38 Data Protection jobs in Doha

This role is designed for a professional deeply committed to safeguarding sensitive personal data and ensuring compliance with global and regional data protection regulations (e.g., GDPR, CCPA, Qatar PDPPL). You will lead efforts to identify, classify, and protect PII across the organization while embedding privacy-by-design principles into business processes. Your responsibilities will span data lifecycle governance, third-party risk management, regulatory compliance, and incident response, ensuring that all data processing activities align with legal and ethical standards. This position requires a strategic thinker who can balance technical controls with regulatory requirements, collaborate cross-functionally to mitigate risks, and foster a culture of data privacy KEY RESPONSIBILITIES 1. Data Governance & Compliance Data Lifecycle Governance : Design and implement end-to-end data lifecycle policies to govern data from creation / collection to archival and secure deletion, ensuring compliance with legal, regulatory, and business requirements. Define retention schedules, archival protocols, and secure disposal methods for sensitive data (e.g., PII, financial records) in collaboration with legal and IT teams. Data Classification Develop / Enhance Data Classification Frameworks : Design and implement a tiered classification system (e.g., Public, Internal, Restricted, Confidential) to categorize data based on sensitivity, regulatory requirements, and business impact. Define Classification Standards : Establish clear criteria for labeling data types (e.g., PII, financial records, intellectual property) and enforce metadata tagging for traceability. Regulatory Compliance : Ensure adherence to GDPR, CCPA, Qatar PDPPL, and other applicable laws by implementing consent management frameworks, data subject rights workflows, and breach notification protocols. 2. Technical Safeguards & Risk Mitigation Data Protection Controls : Implement encryption, tokenization, and pseudonymization for PII at rest and in transit. Deploy Data Loss Prevention (DLP) tools to monitor and restrict unauthorized data transfers. 3. Third-Party & Vendor Oversight Assess third-party vendors for compliance with data protection obligations through questionnaires, audits, and contractual reviews. Data Processing Agreements (DPAs) : Draft and enforce DPAs to ensure vendors adhere to organizational privacy standards and regulatory mandates. TECHNICAL REQUIREMENTS Expertise in data protection technologies : DLP, encryption (AES-256, TLS), and anonymization tools. Proficiency with compliance platforms : OneTrust, TrustArc, or similar for PIAs and consent management. Familiarity with cloud security (AWS / Azure / GCP IAM, storage ACLs) and data residency requirements. Knowledge of privacy-enhancing technologies (PETs) such as differential privacy or homomorphic encryption. Experience with incident response tools for breach detection and analysis. Basic scripting skills (Python, SQL) for data mapping and workflow automation. CERTIFICATIONS Required : CIPP (Certified Information Privacy Professional) or CIPM (Certified Information Privacy Manager). Preferred : ISO 27001 Lead Implementer, CDPSE (Certified Data Privacy Solutions Engineer). Advantageous : Cloud-specific certifications. REQUIRED EXPERIENCE 3+ years in data protection, privacy compliance, or PII governance roles. Demonstrated experience conducting PIAs, managing DSARs, and responding to data breaches. Proven track record in implementing GDPR / CCPA / Qatar PDPPL requirements within complex organizations. Familiarity with third-party risk management frameworks and contract negotiation. IDEAL CANDIDATE PROFILE You are a detail-oriented professional with a deep understanding of global privacy regulations and the technical acumen to translate legal requirements into actionable controls. You thrive in collaborative environments, excel at simplifying complex privacy concepts for non-technical stakeholders, and are passionate about fostering a privacy-first culture. Your ability to balance proactive risk mitigation with operational efficiency will be critical in protecting the organization’s reputation and maintaining stakeholder trust. Skillset Required : Proactive, Loss Prevention, Iso 27001, Devops, Azure, Policy Development, Information Security, Compliance, Intellect, Python, Data Handling, Workflow, Iam, Excel, Triggers, Detail-oriented, Sql, Design Principles, Trends

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Job Summary
We mandated to hired a highly skilled Data Privacy Engineer to design, implement, and maintain privacy-focused systems in compliance with Qatar’s Personal Data Privacy Protection Law (PDPPL) and global privacy standards. The role requires expertise in translating privacy requirements into technical solutions, conducting privacy impact assessments, and embedding privacy into system architecture. The successful candidate will bring hands-on technical proficiency, strong regulatory knowledge, and experience working in Qatar or the GCC, ensuring alignment with Qatar’s regulatory environment, cybersecurity mandates, and organizational compliance priorities .

Key Responsibilities

• Implement and manage privacy engineering solutions ensuring compliance with Qatar’s PDPPL , GDPR, CCPA/CPRA, and other global data protection regulations.

• Collaborate with legal, compliance, and IT governance teams to align technical controls with Qatar’s National Cybersecurity Frameworks and industry standards.

• Design and maintain systems for data classification, mapping, and Data Loss Prevention (DLP) to safeguard sensitive personal and national information.

• Conduct Privacy Impact Assessments (PIAs), Data Transfer Impact Assessments (DTIAs), and Records of Processing Activities (ROPAs) for new and existing systems.

• Develop and deliver privacy training programs for employees handling personal and sensitive data in Qatar , ensuring awareness of local and international obligations.

• Oversee privacy governance for tracking technologies and cross-border data transfers , ensuring compliance with Qatar’s Ministry of Communications and Information Technology (MCIT) guidelines .

• Configure, manage, and optimize privacy tools such as OneTrust, Archer GRC, BigID, SecuritiAI, MS Purview , and others.

• Support incident response, regulatory reporting, and breach notifications in line with Qatar’s Data Privacy Law requirements.

• Provide executive-level reporting to senior leadership and regulators, demonstrating compliance readiness.

• Stay updated on evolving privacy regulations in Qatar, GCC, and globally , and adjust technical frameworks accordingly.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Information Technology, Cybersecurity, Computer Science, or related field.

• 7+ years of experience in privacy engineering, data governance, or data protection, ideally with experience in Qatar or GCC markets .

• Strong knowledge of Qatar’s PDPPL , GDPR, UK-GDPR, HIPAA, NIST, ISO/IEC 27701, ISO 27001, PCI-DSS, and other global privacy frameworks.

• Hands-on expertise with cloud and on-premises environments : AWS, Azure, GCP, Kubernetes.

• Certifications strongly preferred: CIPT, CIPP/E, CIPM, FIP , or equivalent.

• Proficiency in SQL, Python, and reporting tools (Power BI, Tableau).

• Strong stakeholder management and ability to work with multicultural teams in Qatar’s government and private sector .

• Bilingual proficiency in English and Arabic is mandatory.

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Job Summary We mandated to hired a highly skilled Data Privacy Engineer to design, implement, and maintain privacy-focused systems in compliance with

Qatar’s Personal Data Privacy Protection Law (PDPPL)

and global privacy standards. The role requires expertise in translating privacy requirements into technical solutions, conducting privacy impact assessments, and embedding privacy into system architecture. The successful candidate will bring hands-on technical proficiency, strong regulatory knowledge, and experience working in Qatar or the GCC, ensuring alignment with

Qatar’s regulatory environment, cybersecurity mandates, and organizational compliance priorities . Key Responsibilities Implement and manage privacy engineering solutions ensuring compliance with

Qatar’s PDPPL , GDPR, CCPA/CPRA, and other global data protection regulations.

Collaborate with legal, compliance, and IT governance teams to align technical controls with

Qatar’s National Cybersecurity Frameworks

and industry standards.

Design and maintain systems for

data classification, mapping, and Data Loss Prevention (DLP)

to safeguard sensitive personal and national information.

Conduct

Privacy Impact Assessments (PIAs), Data Transfer Impact Assessments (DTIAs), and Records of Processing Activities (ROPAs)

for new and existing systems.

Develop and deliver privacy training programs for employees handling

personal and sensitive data in Qatar , ensuring awareness of local and international obligations.

Oversee privacy governance for

tracking technologies and cross-border data transfers , ensuring compliance with

Qatar’s Ministry of Communications and Information Technology (MCIT) guidelines .

Configure, manage, and optimize privacy tools such as

OneTrust, Archer GRC, BigID, SecuritiAI, MS Purview , and others.

Support incident response, regulatory reporting, and breach notifications in line with

Qatar’s Data Privacy Law

requirements.

Provide executive-level reporting to senior leadership and regulators, demonstrating compliance readiness.

Stay updated on evolving privacy regulations in

Qatar, GCC, and globally , and adjust technical frameworks accordingly.

Qualifications Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Information Technology, Cybersecurity, Computer Science, or related field.

7+ years of experience in privacy engineering, data governance, or data protection, ideally with

experience in Qatar or GCC markets .

Strong knowledge of

Qatar’s PDPPL , GDPR, UK-GDPR, HIPAA, NIST, ISO/IEC 27701, ISO 27001, PCI-DSS, and other global privacy frameworks.

Hands-on expertise with

cloud and on-premises environments : AWS, Azure, GCP, Kubernetes.

Certifications strongly preferred:

CIPT, CIPP/E, CIPM, FIP , or equivalent.

Proficiency in SQL, Python, and reporting tools (Power BI, Tableau).

Strong stakeholder management and ability to work with

multicultural teams in Qatar’s government and private sector .

Bilingual proficiency in

English and Arabic

is mandatory.

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Overview

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

Experience

• 6–10 years total, including 3+ years in privacy/records or information governance within financial services/insurance; strong policy/documentation track record.
• Certifications are a plus (CIPM/CIPP, ISO 27701/27001, ITIL).

Mandatory knowledge

• Qatar PDPL and QCB Data Handling & Protection.
• Privacy by design (PIA/DPIA), ROPA, data-subject rights, DPAs/contract controls.
• Records/information governance: retention schedules, legal holds, defensible disposal.
• Basic InfoSec & controls alignment (e.g., ISO/IEC 27001/27002; awareness of 27701).
• Insurance data flows (underwriting, claims—incl. medical, motor, reinsurance, HR, finance, marketing consent).

Skills & competencies

• Regulatory interpretation & application Turns QCB/PDPL rules into clear policies, processes, and evidence trails.
• Privacy program leadership
• Runs PIAs/DPIAs, ROPA/data mapping, DSAR workflows; sets KPIs and reports to executives/Board.
• English (required); Arabic (preferred).

Joining time frame: 2 weeks (maximum 1 month).

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Overview

We are currently looking Data Privacy and Records Officer for our Qatar operations with the following terms & conditions. Experience

6–10 years total, including 3+ years in privacy/records or information governance within financial services/insurance; strong policy/documentation track record. Certifications are a plus (CIPM/CIPP, ISO 27701/27001, ITIL). Mandatory knowledge

Qatar PDPL and QCB Data Handling & Protection. Privacy by design (PIA/DPIA), ROPA, data-subject rights, DPAs/contract controls. Records/information governance: retention schedules, legal holds, defensible disposal. Basic InfoSec & controls alignment (e.g., ISO/IEC 27001/27002; awareness of 27701). Insurance data flows (underwriting, claims—incl. medical, motor, reinsurance, HR, finance, marketing consent). Skills & competencies

Regulatory interpretation & application Turns QCB/PDPL rules into clear policies, processes, and evidence trails. Privacy program leadership Runs PIAs/DPIAs, ROPA/data mapping, DSAR workflows; sets KPIs and reports to executives/Board. English (required); Arabic (preferred). Joining time frame: 2 weeks (maximum 1 month).

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BAE Systems Strategic Aerospace Services WLL | Full time

The Information Security Engineer willfocus on ensuring the organization's applications and data is secure and builtaccording to best security standards. This role will be the subject matterexpert on building secure code, application security, vulnerability testing,and providing security validation to the organization's environments.

• Performscheduled penetration testing of the company's applications
  
• Performwhite, gray and black box security assessments.
  
• Supportthe organization, JVs and Subsidiaries in implementing Secure Softwaredevelopment lifecycle.
  
• PerformMobile Services security Assessments.
  
• Supportthe organizations’ environment monitoring by using available tools or helpbuild internal tools to enable advanced threat detection and response.
  
• ConductSecurity Vulnerability Assessments and impact assessment on company’s electronicassets.
  
• PerformSecurity Assessments on ERP and other on-premise solutions.
  
  
  

Requirements

Skills,Knowledge and Behaviors:

• Ability to lead directand indirect resources
  
• Ability to communicatetechnical challenges to non-technical audiences
  
• Ability to quantify riskand impact vectors
  
• Certified Ethical Hacker
  
• OCSP level of technicalexpertise
  
• Strong Scriptingcapability
  
• Strong Applicationsecurity background
  
• Strong Infrastructuresecurity Background
  
• Strong experience in open source security tools
  

Qualifications & Experience:

• SecurityCertification focusing on offensive or defensive practices
  
• Bachelor’s degreein Information Security or Computer Engineering
  
• 10 + years incybersecurity field
  
• System, networkand/or application background
  

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Information Security Analyst vacancy in Umm-Salal Qatar

Information Security Analyst - Umm-Salal, Qatar (Women and African candidates preferred) We are seeking a highly skilled Information Security Analyst to join our team in Umm-Salal, Qatar. As an Information Security Analyst, you will be responsible for protecting the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of our company's data and information systems. We strongly encourage women and African candidates to apply for this position.

Key Responsibilities

Monitor and analyze security logs to identify potential threats and vulnerabilities

Conduct risk assessments and implement security controls to mitigate risks

Develop and maintain information security policies and procedures

Perform regular vulnerability scans and penetration tests on our systems

Investigate and respond to security incidents

Stay current with the latest security threats, vulnerabilities, and mitigation techniques

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology or related field

Minimum of 3 years of experience in information security analysis

Strong understanding of network protocols, firewalls, intrusion detection/prevention systems, anti-virus/anti-malware software

Experience with risk assessment methodologies and tools

Knowledge of industry standards such as ISO 27001/27002, NIST Cybersecurity Framework, etc.

Excellent communication skills with the ability to explain technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders

Preferred

Certification in information security (e.g. CISSP, CISM)

Experience working in a diverse team environment

Fluency in English (Arabic language skills are a plus)

Equal Opportunity As an equal opportunity employer, we value diversity in our workplace. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds including women and individuals of African descent. If you are passionate about information security and want to join a dynamic team in Umm-Salal, Qatar then we encourage you to apply for this position.

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Information Security Analyst – Umm-Salal, Qatar

We are a company in Umm-Salal, Qatar seeking a skilled and experienced Information Security Analyst to join our team. This is a contract position. Responsibilities: Ensure the security of the company's information systems and data. Conduct regular security audits and risk assessments. Implement security measures to protect against threats. Monitor system activity for suspicious behavior. Communicate potential risks and security requirements to relevant departments. Qualifications: Strong background in information security with understanding of current industry standards and best practices. Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to think critically when analyzing risks and vulnerabilities. Experience in information security; prior experience required. Remuneration and benefits: Salary: 1400 USD per month Accommodation provided This position does not require English proficiency but does require prior information security experience. Note: This description reflects the role responsibilities and requirements without unrelated or non-relevant content from other postings.

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Overview

Information Security Analyst vacancy in Umm-Salal, Qatar. We are seeking an experienced Information Security Analyst to join our team in Umm-Salal, Qatar. As an Indian national, you will have the opportunity to work in a diverse and dynamic environment while utilizing your expertise in information security. Responsibilities

Analyze and monitor the security of the company’s information systems and networks. Conduct regular vulnerability assessments and identify potential threats and risks. Implement security measures to protect against cyber attacks. Provide recommendations for improving the overall security posture of the organization. Qualifications

Strong understanding of information security principles. Experience with security technologies such as firewalls, intrusion detection systems, and anti-virus software. Knowledge of risk management frameworks and compliance standards such as ISO 27001 is highly preferred. Employment details

Full-time position. Location: Umm-Salal, Qatar. Note: This position does not include accommodation. Salary: Competitive salary packages; opportunities for professional growth. Join us in protecting our company’s valuable assets by applying for this role today. This job listing includes other unrelated postings and notices that are not essential to the role above and have been omitted for clarity.

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