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Information Security Officer - IAM Specialist Job Description

Plan, implement, upgrade, or monitor security measures for the protection of computer networks and information. In the GCC market, this role is actively hired across Qatar with 2 recent postings.

Gulf postings
2
Active markets
1
Typical experience
8+ years
In brief

An Information Security Officer - IAM Specialist in the GCC region requires cloud, azure, gcp, compliance, AWS. Plan, implement, upgrade, or monitor security measures for the protection of computer networks and information. This role is in demand across the Gulf Cooperation Council countries.

Information Security Officer - IAM Specialist salary in the UAE

Median monthly gross in AED for a mid-level Information Security Officer - IAM Specialist. See the full breakdown by country and seniority.

25th percentile
18,500
Median
28,000
75th percentile
40,500

Key responsibilities

  • 01IAM Implementation & Management:
  • 02Deploy and manage IAM tools for single sign
  • 03Set up and oversee IAM systems for Google Cloud (GCP) and Microsoft Azure.
  • 04Support the implementation of Zero Trust security models.
  • 05Connect IAM solutions across both office and operational technology networks.
  • 06Perform regular access reviews to ensure users have appropriate permissions. Privileged Access Management (PAM):
  • 07Implement and manage PAM solutions to secure highly sensitive administrator accounts.
  • 08Manage emergency access procedures and conduct regular account reviews. User Access Lifecycle:
  • 09Automate the process for granting, changing, and revoking user access.
  • 10Manage platforms for access certifications and reviews.
  • 11Enforce policies to prevent conflicting permissions (Segregation of Duties).

Required qualifications

  • : Qualifications & Skills:
  • : 8+ years in hands
  • : on IAM engineering, administration, and PAM implementation.
  • : on experience with major IAM and Identity Governance (IGA) platforms.
  • : Deep knowledge of IAM in GCP (Cloud Identity, IAM, Workload Identity Federation, Identity
  • : Deep knowledge of IAM in Azure (Entra ID, Conditional Access, Privileged Identity Management).
  • : Proven experience implementing and managing PAM solutions (e.g., CyberArk).
  • : Strong background in Active Directory security and administration.

Preferred qualifications

  • : Arabic language skills are a strong advantage. Technical Expertise:
  • : Relevant certifications such as CISSP, CCSP, Azure Security Engineer, GCP Cloud Security Engineer, CyberArk, or SailPoint certifications. (Preferred)
  • : Arabic language proficiency is preferred.
  • : Professional certifications such as CISSP, CCSP, CDPSE, or CCSK are required. Cloud security certifications (GCP, Azure, AWS) are a strong advantage. Technical Skillset:
  • : depth understanding of privacy regulations (GDPR, HIPAA) and compliance frameworks. Preferred Experience:

Education requirements

  • : Professional Certification

Required skills

cloudazuregcpcomplianceawsarabicisoleadership

Preferred skills

sqlexcelcommunicationanalyticalerpReading ComprehensionActive ListeningWritingSpeakingCritical ThinkingActive LearningMonitoring

Tools & technologies

azuregcpawsteamsexcelerp3M Post-it AppAccess management softwareAccessData FTKActive directory softwareAdobe ActionScriptAdvanced business application programming ABAPAJAXAmazon DynamoDBAmazon Elastic Compute Cloud EC2Amazon Redshift

Hiring companies we see

  • Black & Grey HR Consultancy FZE

Hired across

  • Qatar

FAQ

  • What does an Information Security Officer - IAM Specialist do in the GCC?

    An Information Security Officer - IAM Specialist in the GCC performs core duties related to cloud, azure, gcp, adapted to the regional business environment and regulatory framework.

  • What qualifications do I need to be an Information Security Officer - IAM Specialist?

    Typically a Professional Certification is required, with 8+ years of experience in the field.

  • What is the demand for Information Security Officer - IAM Specialist in the GCC?

    The role is actively hired across Qatar, with consistent demand from both local and multinational employers.

  • What skills are needed for an Information Security Officer - IAM Specialist role?

    Key skills include cloud, azure, gcp, compliance, AWS, arabic, along with strong communication and teamwork abilities.

  • Do I need Arabic to work as an Information Security Officer - IAM Specialist in the GCC?

    Arabic language proficiency is often preferred but not always required. It depends on the employer, sector, and client-facing nature of the role.

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