8 Data Privacy jobs in Qatar

The Data Privacy Officer (DPO) is responsible for overseeing Sadad's data protection strategy and its implementation to ensure compliance with applicable data privacy laws and regulations, including the Qatar Data Privacy Law and Qatar Central Bank (QCB) guidelines. This role involves advising business units on data privacy matters, assessing compliance, identifying and mitigating data privacy risks, and serving as the primary liaison with regulatory authorities.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Ensuring Compliance with Data Privacy and Protection Regulations

2. Conducting Data Protection Impact Assessments to identify and mitigate risks.

3. Developing and Implementing Privacy Policies and Procedure

a) Identification of all data processed within the organization.

b) Data classification.

c) Data mapping exercises.

d) Data process ownership.

e) Data masking standards.

f) Data retention guidelines, data backup up and disaster recovery.

g) Data security policy and procedure.

h) Third Party data protection controls.

i) Secure data transfer procedures.

1. Training Employees on Data Privacy

2. Responding to Data Breaches - must coordinate the response, mitigate damage, notify authorities if required, and implement measures to prevent future breaches.

3. Monitoring Data Processing Activities - ensuring that data collection, storage, and sharing practices comply with privacy laws.

4. Reporting on the data privacy activities and compliance status to the CEO

5. Acting as a Liaison with Regulatory Authorities

6. Maintaining Records – to maintain records of all data processing activities carried out by the organization

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Cybersecurity, Computer Science, or a related field.
• Preference for candidates with specialized certifications such as Certified Information Privacy Professional (CIPP) or Certified Information Privacy Technologist (CIPT).
• At least 5 years of experience in privacy management, data protection, or a related data governance role. Experience in the banking or digital payment industry is preferred.

Job Type: Full-time

Responsible for developing, implementing, and maintaining comprehensive data privacy and governance frameworks in alignment with international data protection regulations and organizational policies in the health sector.

Required Candidate profile

Certified Data Privacy Professional (CIPP, CIPM, CIPT, or equivalent).

Strong understanding of healthcare data regulations (e.g. HIPAA, PDPL, GDPR)

Knowledge of Electronic Health Records (EHR) systems

Nair Systems
is currently looking
Data Privacy and Records Officer
for our
Qatar
operations with the following terms & conditions.

Experience

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6–10 years total, including 3+ years in privacy/records or information governance within

financial services/insurance; strong policy/documentation track record.

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Certifications are a plus (CIPM/CIPP, ISO 27701/27001, ITIL).

Mandatory knowledge

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Qatar PDPL and QCB Data Handling & Protection.

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Privacy by design (PIA/DPIA), ROPA, data-subject rights, DPAs/contract controls.

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Records/information governance: retention schedules, legal holds, defensible disposal.

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Basic InfoSec & controls alignment (e.g., ISO/IEC 27001/27002; awareness of

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Insurance data flows (underwriting, claims—incl. medical, motor, reinsurance, HR, finance,

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marketing consent).

Skills & competencies

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Regulatory interpretation & application Turns QCB/PDPL rules into clear policies, processes, and evidence trails.

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Privacy program leadership

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Runs PIAs/DPIAs, ROPA/data mapping, DSAR workflows; sets KPIs and reports to executives/Board.

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Records & retention governance Builds retention schedules, legal holds, and audit-ready documentation; coordinates defensible disposal.

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Incident management Leads breach assessment/notification; runs tabletop exercises; closes actions promptly.

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Third-party & contract governance Runs privacy due diligence; drafts/negotiates DPAs; tracks cross-border transfers.

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Policy governance & writing Owns the policy library; maintains EN/AR versions; drives approvals and staff acknowledgements.

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Stakeholder influence & communication Works credibly with CEO/Board, Compliance, CISO/IT, Legal, HR, Motor/Medical; clear, concise reporting.

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Data mapping & tooling Comfortable with privacy/records tools, DMS/ECM, and Excel/BI for dashboards.

Languages

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English (required); Arabic (preferred).

Joining time frame:
2 weeks (maximum 1 month)

Should you be interested in this opportunity, please send your latest resume in MS Word format at the earliest

Job Description :

We are seeking a Certified Data Privacy Consultant with strong expertise in healthcare data protection and compliance. The ideal candidate will have experience implementing privacy frameworks, performing audits, and ensuring regulatory compliance across HIPAA, GDPR, and local laws. The candidate will advise, monitor, and train teams on data privacy best practices.

Key Responsibilities:

Develop data governance and privacy policies aligned with regulatory requirements and tailored to healthcare environments.

• Define stakeholder roles and responsibilities, and establish oversight mechanisms such as Privacy Committees within hospitals or clinics.
• Create privacy documentation, notices, and consent forms review and update employee and patient privacy statements.
• Support data mapping and inventory processes for healthcare systems, including electronic health records (EHR).
• Define encryption and security requirements for patient data and healthcare IT systems.
• Establish data minimization practices and role-based access controls specific to medical information handling.
• Implement privacy-by-design principles across healthcare applications, digital health platforms, and clinical systems.
• Develop data retention and disposal protocols in line with medical record-keeping regulations.
• Identify and assess vendor management and third-party risks in healthcare service provider networks.
• Create policies for cross-border transfer of health data while ensuring compliance with local and international laws.
• Establish record-keeping processes for compliance with healthcare data protection regulations.
• Design and execute privacy audits and risk assessments in hospitals, clinics, and health insurance organizations.
• Create and conduct data breach simulation exercises tailored to healthcare settings to strengthen incident response readiness.

Qualifications & Skills:

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Information Security, Computer Science, Law, Health Informatics, or a related field.
• Certified Data Privacy Professional (CIPP, CIPM, CIPT, or equivalent).
• Strong understanding of healthcare data regulations (e.g., HIPAA, PDPL, GDPR for health data).
• Experience in developing and implementing privacy frameworks for hospitals, clinics, or health insurance organizations.
• Knowledge of Electronic Health Records (EHR) systems, patient data confidentiality, and medical information handling.
• Strong technical expertise in data encryption, access control, and healthcare IT security frameworks.
• Experience with privacy audits, risk assessments, and third-party risk management in health sector ecosystems.
• Excellent communication, stakeholder engagement, and policy development skills tailored for healthcare environments.
• Ability to work independently and provide expert consulting support to senior management in the health industry.

• 8+ years of overall professional experience, with minimum of 4-5 years focused on data privacy and protection frameworks.
• Proven track record of consulting or project experience in the healthcare sector.
• Demonstrated expertise in leading privacy initiatives, risk assessments, and compliance programs in complex organizations.

Nair Systems
is currently looking
Data Protection Officer
for our
Qatar
operations with the following terms & conditions.

TECHNICAL SKILLS & WORK EXPERIENCE:

Required skills and qualifications:

•   Bachelor's degree in information security, Computer Science, or a related field.

• years of demonstrable experience in data governance, data protection, compliance, or information security (preferably within financial services or regulated industries).

•   Demonstrated experience in designing and implementing data governance policies and frameworks.

•   Proven track record of liaising with regulators and ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements.

•   Experience in leading cross-functional teams (compliance, risk, IT, security, operations) on data protection initiatives.

•   Practical involvement in managing data breaches, incidents, and regulatory reporting.

•   Exposure to training and awareness programs related to data privacy and governance.

•   Background in working with third-party service providers and ensuring their compliance with data handling requirements.

•   Prior experience in audits and external assessments for data protection and information security.

•   Solid knowledge of data privacy regulations and compliance requirements.

•   Ability to develop and implement complex data protection strategies.

•   Strong leadership and communication skills, with the ability to influence decision-making at the executive level.

•   Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a keen eye for identifying potential risks and vulnerabilities.

•   Ability to manage a team of security professionals and work cross-functionally with IT, legal, and compliance teams.

•   Strong knowledge of data protection laws and regulations, including Qatar Central Bank (QCB) requirements,

•   Qatar Data Privacy Law, and international standards (e.g., GDPR, ISO/IEC 27001, ISO/IEC

•   Proficiency in data governance frameworks (e.g., DAMA-DMBOK, ISO 15489, ISO/IEC

•   Expertise in data classification, cataloguing, mapping, and stewardship practices.

•   Solid understanding of information security controls, encryption standards, and secure data transfer methods.

•   Experience in conducting Data Privacy Impact Assessments (DPIA) and Privacy Impact Assessments (PIA).

•   Familiarity with risk management practices (ISO 31000, NIST CSF) as they apply to data protection.

•   Knowledge of business continuity, disaster recovery, and backup requirements.

•   Hands-on experience with data protection and monitoring tools (e.g., Data Loss Prevention (DLP), data discovery, access control, and monitoring solutions).

•   Ability to analyze, interpret, and report on data-related incidents and breaches.

•   Strong skills in policy development, documentation, and regulatory reporting.

Should you be interested please send resume

Nair Systems is currently looking Data Protection Officer for our Qatar operations with the following terms & conditions.

TECHNICAL SKILLS & WORK EXPERIENCE:

Required skills and qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in information security, Computer Science, or a related field.

• 10+ years of demonstrable experience in data governance, data protection, compliance, or information security (preferably within financial services or regulated industries).

• Demonstrated experience in designing and implementing data governance policies and frameworks.

• Proven track record of liaising with regulators and ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements.

• Experience in leading cross-functional teams (compliance, risk, IT, security, operations) on data protection initiatives.

• Practical involvement in managing data breaches, incidents, and regulatory reporting.

• Exposure to training and awareness programs related to data privacy and governance.

• Background in working with third-party service providers and ensuring their compliance with data handling requirements.

• Prior experience in audits and external assessments for data protection and information security.

• Qatar Data Privacy Law, and international standards (e.g., GDPR, ISO/IEC 27001, ISO/IEC

• Proficiency in data governance frameworks (e.g., DAMA-DMBOK, ISO 15489, ISO/IEC

• Expertise in data classification, cataloguing, mapping, and stewardship practices.

Preferred skills and qualifications

• Master's degree in Cybersecurity, IT, or related fields.

• Relevant certifications in cybersecurity, such as Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP),

• Certified Information Security Manager (CISM), or Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA).

• Experience with cloud security and securing cloud infrastructure.

Joining time frame: 2 weeks (maximum 1 month)

Should you be interested in this opportunity, please send your latest resume in MS Word format at the earliest

Job Description

We are currently looking Data Governance and Data Protection Officer for our Qatar operations with the following terms & conditions.

TECHNICAL SKILLS & WORK EXPERIENCE:

Required skills and qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in information security, Computer Science, or a related field.
• 10+ years of demonstrable experience in data governance, data protection, compliance, or information security (preferably within financial services or regulated industries).
• Demonstrated experience in designing and implementing data governance policies and frameworks.
• Proven track record of liaising with regulators and ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements.
• Experience in leading cross-functional teams (compliance, risk, IT, security, operations) on data protection initiatives.
• Prior experience in audits and external assessments for data protection and information security.
• Strong knowledge of data protection laws and regulations, including Qatar Central Bank (QCB) requirements,
• Qatar Data Privacy Law, and international standards (e.g., GDPR, ISO/IEC 27001, ISO/IEC
• Proficiency in data governance frameworks (e.g., DAMA-DMBOK, ISO 15489, ISO/IEC

Preferred skills and qualifications

• Master's degree in Cybersecurity, IT, or related fields.
• Relevant certifications in cybersecurity, such as Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP),
• Certified Information Security Manager (CISM), or Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA).

Joining time frame: 2 weeks (maximum 1 month)