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Job Purpose<br><br>The Integration/API Specialist will design, develop, and maintain APIs and integration services to enable seamless communication between enterprise systems and external platforms.<br><br>2–4 years<br><br>Doha, Qatar<br><br>Key Responsibilities<br><br> Design and develop RESTful APIs and integration solutions. Manage and optimize API gateways, middleware, and microservices. Ensure security, scalability, and performance of integration layers. Collaborate with business analysts and developers to enable system interoperability. Monitor and troubleshoot integration issues. Document API specifications and integration flows.<br><br>Required Qualifications<br><br> Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or equivalent. 3+ years of experience in integration development and API management. Strong skills in Azure Integration Services (Logic Apps, Functions, Service Bus). Candidates must be currently residing in Qatar.<br><br>Preferred Certifications<br><br> Microsoft Certified: Azure Developer Associate (AZ-204)
<p>The primary responsibilities of the Security Infrastructure Engineer Google SecOps:</p><p>Functional Responsibilities:</p><ul><li><strong>Data Ingestion and Normalization Pipeline Management:</strong> Architect and maintain the ingestion of telemetry from multi-cloud (GCP, AWS, Azure) and on-premises environments using Bind Plane Forwarders, Cloud-to-Cloud (C2C) connectors, and Webhooks.</li><li><strong>Parser Development:</strong> Design, build, and troubleshoot custom parsers (CBN) to ensure non-standard log sources are correctly normalized into the Unified Data Model (UDM).</li><li><strong>Data Health Monitoring:</strong> Build dashboards to monitor ingestion rates, latency, and data drops to ensure the SIEM is always receiving high-quality, actionable data.</li><li><strong>SOAR & Automation Engineering</strong></li><li><strong>Playbook Development:</strong> Design and code automated incident response playbooks in Google SOAR using Python and visual builders.</li><li><strong>Connector Engineering:</strong> Build and maintain API integrations between Google SOAR and third-party tools (Firewalls, EDR, IAM, Ticketing systems).</li><li><strong>Workflow Optimization:</strong> Automate repetitive manual tasks such as artifact enrichment, evidence gathering, and initial containment actions.</li><li><strong>Case Management Configuration:</strong> Tailoring the SOAR environment to fit the SOC s operational needs, including custom fields, stages, and SLA tracking.</li><li><strong>Platform Administration and Optimization</strong></li><li><strong>System Health Monitoring:</strong> Monitoring the ingestion health to ensure no data is dropped and that latency stays within acceptable limits.</li><li><strong>Access Control:</strong> Managing Role-Based Access Control (RBAC) to ensure analysts have the correct level of access to sensitive data.</li><li><strong>Threat Intel Ingestion:</strong> Managing the integration of Mandiant, Virus Total, and other third-party threat intelligence feeds to ensure detections are always up to date with the latest global threats.</li><li><strong>Collaboration with SOC Team</strong></li><li><strong>Feedback Loops:</strong> Collaborating with Tier 1 and Tier 2 analysts to tune YARA-L rules based on real-world alert performance and noise levels.</li><li><strong>Requirements Gathering:</strong> Interviewing incident responders to understand their manual workflows, then translating those into Google SOAR playbooks.</li><li><strong>Training & Enablement:</strong> Conducting knowledge transfer sessions on how to use UDM Search and the Google SecOps interface to speed up investigations.</li><li><strong>Alignment with Infrastructure Team</strong></li><li><strong>Data Ingestion Strategy:</strong> Working with GCP/AWS/Azure Architects to ensure that Cloud Logging and Pub/Sub are configured correctly for seamless export to Google SecOps platform.</li><li><strong>Agent Deployment:</strong> Coordinating with IT Infrastructure teams to deploy and maintain Bind Plane Forwarders on on-premises servers and virtual machines.</li><li><strong>Troubleshooting:</strong> Collaborating with Network Engineers to resolve connectivity issues or firewall blocks that prevent telemetry from reaching the Google SecOps platform.</li></ul><p><strong>Desired Candidate Profile</strong></p><h2>Knowledge, Skills & Experience</h2><h3>Academic & Professional Qualifications:</h3><ul><li>Bachelor s degree in computer science, IT, Cybersecurity, or equivalent.</li><li>SIEM Certification ( Google SecOps, Splunk, Azure Sentinel).</li><li>Preferred: Security certifications such as Security+, CySA+, CEH, CISSP, GCIH</li></ul><h3>Google SecOps Engineer Experience:</h3><ul><li>3 5 years of hands-on experience in Security Engineering, SOC Automation, DevOps Engineer, Security Operations, or Infrastructure Security.</li></ul><h3>Skills and Requirements:</h3><ul><li><strong>SIEM/SOAR Mastery:</strong> Proven experience architecting and managing enterprise-grade platforms (e.g., Splunk, Azure Sentinel, or QRadar), with at least 1 2 years specifically focused on Google SecOps (Chronicle). Key Requirement: Required skills: Google SecOps.</li><li><strong>Coding & Scripting:</strong> Professional experience using Python to automate security workflows or build custom API connectors.</li><li><strong>Cloud Infrastructure:</strong> Hands-on experience managing security within Google Cloud Platform (GCP), including VPC service controls, IAM, and Cloud Logging.</li><li><strong>Languages:</strong> Python (Advanced), SQL (BigQuery), YARA/YARA-L, and Bash.</li><li><strong>Frameworks:</strong> MITRE ATT&CK, NIST Cybersecurity Framework.</li><li><strong>Tools:</strong> Git (Version Control), Terraform (Infrastructure as Code), Docker/Kubernetes (Containerization).</li><li><strong>Data Standards:</strong> Deep knowledge of JSON, Protobuf, and Regex for log parsing and normalization.</li></ul><h3>Soft Skills</h3><ul><li>Strong analytical thinking and problem-solving capability.</li><li>Excellent communication skills, able to explain technical findings to non-technical stakeholders.</li><li>Ability to work independently, manage multiple priorities, and meet deadlines.</li><li>Attention to detail and a structured, documentation-driven mindset.</li></ul>
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<br>The Senior Financial Planning and Analysis (FP&A) Manager is responsible for leading enterprise financial planning, forecasting, and performance analysis activities to support strategic and operational decision‑making. The role provides executive‑ready financial insights, drives budget discipline, and translates business performance into forward‑looking financial outcomes. It acts as a strategic finance partner to senior leadership, enabling value creation, cost optimisation, and sustainable growth.<br><br><br><u><b>Job Responsibilities 1</b></u>
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</span><p><strong>Enterprise Financial Planning and Budgeting</strong><br>Lead the annual budgeting and multi‑year financial planning process, consolidating inputs from business units and functions. Ensure alignment between strategic objectives, operational plans, and approved financial targets.</p><br>
<p><strong>Forecasting and Performance Management</strong><br>Oversee rolling forecasts and periodic re‑forecasting cycles, ensuring accuracy, consistency, and timely identification of risks and opportunities. Challenge assumptions and provide forward‑looking analysis to support proactive decision‑making.</p><br>
<p><strong>Management Reporting and Executive Insights</strong><br>Prepare high‑quality management reports, dashboards, and performance packs for senior leadership and governance forums. Translate complex financial data into clear insights, trends, and implications for business performance.</p><br>
<p><strong>Business Partnering and Decision Support</strong><br>Act as a strategic finance partner to business and functional leaders, providing financial analysis to support investment decisions, cost initiatives, and operational trade‑offs. Influence outcomes through data‑driven recommendations.</p><br>
<p><strong>Variance Analysis and Cost Control</strong><br>Analyse financial performance against budget and forecast, identifying key variances, root causes, and corrective actions. Support cost optimisation initiatives while maintaining alignment with operational and strategic priorities.</p><br>
<p><strong>Financial Modelling and Scenario Analysis</strong><br>Develop and maintain financial models to support business cases, capital investments, and scenario planning. Assess financial impact of strategic options, market changes, and risk scenarios.</p><br>
<p><strong>Data Integrity, Systems and Process Improvement</strong><br>Ensure integrity, consistency, and governance of financial data used for planning and reporting. Drive continuous improvement of FP&A tools, processes, and reporting efficiency.</p><br>
<p><strong>Team Leadership and Capability Development</strong><br>Lead and develop FP&A analysts and managers, setting performance standards and building strong analytical, business, and communication capability within the finance function.</p><br>
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<p><strong>Financial Planning and Performance Management</strong><br>Deep understanding of budgeting, forecasting, and performance management frameworks, with the ability to link financial outcomes to business drivers.</p><br>
<p><strong>Management Reporting and Analytics</strong><br>Strong capability in developing executive‑level reports, dashboards, and performance narratives that support informed leadership decisions.</p><br>
<p><strong>Business and Commercial Acumen</strong><br>Ability to understand business models, operational drivers, and market dynamics, translating them into financial implications and insights.</p><br>
<p><strong>Stakeholder Management and Influence</strong><br>Proven ability to engage, challenge, and influence senior stakeholders using data‑driven insights and clear financial narratives.</p><br>
<p><strong>Leadership and Team Development</strong><br>Strong leadership skills with a track record of developing high‑performing FP&A teams and future finance leaders.</p><br>
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<li>10–15 years of progressive experience in FP&A, corporate finance, or financial performance roles.</li>
<li>Proven experience leading enterprise‑level budgeting, forecasting, and management reporting.</li>
<li>Demonstrated exposure to senior leadership, executive reporting, and strategic decision support.</li>
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<br><br><br><u><b>Competencies</b></u>
<br>Build High-Performing Teams<br>AI Fluency<br>Speed of Execution<br>Build Process and Systems<br>Provide Direction<br>Agility<br>Drive Cost Optimization<br>Budget Preparation and Reporting L4<br>Budgeting Analysis L4<br>Cost Accounting Theory/Concepts L4<br>Cost Variance Analysis L4<br>Financial Auditing L4<br>Leadership<br>Quality<br>Resilience<br><br><br><u><b>Education</b></u>
<br>Bachelor's Degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Pubic Administration or business administration, and other related field<br>Professional Qualification in Chartered Accountant (CA) or Certified Public Accountant (CPA)<br><br><br><br>
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<p>About the Role</p><p>We are seeking a highly organized, commercially focused, and results-driven Procurement Officer to join our Procurement team. The successful candidate will be responsible for sourcing, negotiating, purchasing, and coordinating the timely delivery of materials, equipment, consumables, and services required for our General Trading, Facilities Management, Catering Operations, and Office Administration.</p><p>The ideal candidate should possess strong negotiation skills, supplier management experience, and the ability to achieve cost savings while maintaining the highest standards of quality and service.</p><br><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li><p>Managing the end-to-end procurement process from purchase requisition to delivery.</p></li><li><p>Sourcing reliable local and international suppliers for goods and services.</p></li><li><p>Obtaining competitive quotations and preparing comparative analysis for management approval.</p></li><li><p>Negotiating prices, payment terms, delivery schedules, warranties, and service agreements.</p></li><li><p>Issuing Purchase Orders (POs) and monitoring supplier performance to ensure timely delivery.</p></li><li><p>Procuring materials for General Trading, Facilities Management, Catering, and Office Operations.</p></li><li><p>Coordinating with internal departments to understand procurement requirements and operational priorities.</p></li><li><p>Monitoring inventory levels and ensuring timely replenishment of stock.</p></li><li><p>Maintaining accurate procurement records, supplier databases, contracts, and documentation.</p></li><li><p>Evaluating supplier performance and identifying opportunities for continuous improvement.</p></li><li><p>Ensuring compliance with company procurement policies, budgets, and quality standards.</p></li><li><p>Identifying cost-saving opportunities through strategic sourcing and effective negotiations.</p></li></ul><p><strong>Desired Candidate Profile</strong></p><ul><li><p>Bachelor's Degree or Diploma in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Commerce, Logistics, Engineering, or a related field.</p></li><li><p>Minimum 5 years of procurement experience.</p></li><li><p>Experience in General Trading, Facilities Management, Hospitality, Catering, Construction, or Industrial Procurement is preferred.</p></li><li><p>Previous GCC/Qatar experience will be an advantage.</p></li></ul>
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<li>Identify safe, reliable and efficient machine operation and failure modes with mitigation plans and provide expert condition monitoring analysis and recommendations of rotating equipment across multiple assets.</li>
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<li>Provide expert troubleshooting skills and recommendations in the analysis of complex failure modes of rotating equipment.</li>
<li>Conduct rotating equipment investigations and ensure machinery operations in safe, reliable and efficient conditions.</li>
<li>Provide advance troubleshooting of the condition monitoring hardware and software packages such as 3500 racks, System1, ADRE 408 and AMS suite.</li>
<li>Complete field tasks such as rotor trim balancing, instrument installation and hardware upgrades.</li>
<li>Coordinate with all disciplines such as Controls, Instrumentation and Electrical and prepares technical and non-technical reports and presentations for communication at all levels of the company.</li>
<li>Provide support to Analysts and Contractors to ensure best-in-class conditions monitoring services for their customers.</li>
<li>Perform and give support to large multidiscipline projects related to condition monitoring systems.</li>
<li>Provide mentorship and training within and outside the team, including NDP graduates and personnel with less experience.</li>
<li>Communicate with third-party vendors and contractors, ensuring compliance of agreed terms and continuous improvement of expertise within the department.</li>
<li>Ensure meeting KPI for the assigned area and report deviations to line manager on time.</li>
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<li>Bachelor's degree in engineering.</li>
<li>6 years' experience in an oil and gas environment.</li>
<li>Fluent in English language (demonstrated verbal and written skills).</li>
<li>Computer literate and knowledgeable in relevant software tools and specifications.</li>
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<li>Day Rate in USD Plus Allowance</li>
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<li><strong>Work Schedule:</strong><ul>
<li>8 Hours / 5 Days</li>
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<li><strong>Duration:</strong>
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<li>2 years, with possible extension</li>
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Role Purpose<br><br>The Senior Manager, Data Architecture & Analytics leads client engagements covering data architecture, modelling, integration, engineering, platforms, statistics and analytics. The role helps organisations move from fragmented data environments to coherent target architectures that support trusted information, interoperability, secure reuse and decision-making. It connects business priorities and governance requirements with implementable technical designs and delivery roadmaps.<br><br>The Senior Manager directs architects, engineers, analysts and platform specialists; quality-assures technical deliverables; and facilitates decisions involving business, data, security and technology stakeholders. The role may recommend standards, patterns and solution options, but client architecture approvals and production authority remain with authorised client bodies. The position also ensures that technical work is documented, testable and transferable to client teams, with clear assumptions, dependencies, risks and transition requirements.<br><br>Key Responsibilities<br><br>Lead architecture, modelling, integration, engineering, platform and analytics workstreams across client engagements. Assess current data landscapes, information flows, platforms, interfaces, data stores, analytical capabilities and technical constraints. Develop architecture principles, current-state and target-state views, transition states and implementation roadmaps. Guide conceptual, logical and physical data modelling and ensure models are connected to business definitions and metadata. Define integration and interoperability patterns covering APIs, exchanges, pipelines, events and controlled data sharing. Evaluate platform and tool options against functional, non-functional, security, operational and cost requirements. Shape analytics, indicator, dashboard and data-product architectures that are traceable to business outcomes and trusted data. Ensure security, privacy, classification, quality, lineage, retention and resilience requirements are incorporated into designs. Facilitate architecture reviews and prepare options, trade-offs and recommendations for client approval. Direct technical teams, establish design quality gates and resolve cross-workstream dependencies or inconsistencies. Review technical specifications, models, interface designs, test evidence and transition plans before client submission. Develop client capability through walkthroughs, design rationale, documentation and structured handover.<br><br>Minimum Requirements<br><br>Education<br><br>Bachelor's degree in computer science, data engineering, information systems or a related field.master's degree preferred. An equivalent combination of relevant education and directly applicable consulting or implementation experience may be considered.<br><br>Professional Experience<br><br>Typically 10+ years in architecture, data engineering or analytics, including 4+ years in technical leadership. Demonstrated leadership of data-architecture, engineering, integration or analytics programmes in complex organisations. Experience translating business and governance requirements into technical designs and transition roadmaps. Experience managing architects, engineers, analysts, platform specialists and external technology providers. A record of presenting technical options and trade-offs to senior non-technical stakeholders.<br><br>Technical and Domain Knowledge<br><br>Enterprise and data-architecture methods, principles and governance. Conceptual, logical and physical data modelling. Integration patterns, APIs, data exchange, pipelines and interoperability. Cloud, on-premises and hybrid data-platform concepts. Analytics, reporting, indicator and dashboard architecture. Metadata, lineage, data quality and master-data design considerations. Security, privacy, access, retention, resilience and operational requirements. Technology evaluation, transition planning and technical debt management.<br><br>Core Competencies<br><br>Enterprise and data architecture. Data modeling. Analytics platforms. Integration patterns. Technical governance. Leadership. Systems thinking. Design governance. Technical judgement. Team leadership. Leading technical discovery and architecture workshops. Explaining complex designs and trade-offs to executive and business audiences. Producing clear architecture documents, roadmaps and decision records. Managing multidisciplinary technical teams and design dependencies. Challenging vendor proposals and validating technical evidence. Balancing strategic target state with realistic implementation constraints. Facilitating client approval without assuming formal architecture authority.<br><br>Preferred Certifications<br><br>TOGAF Enterprise Architecture Practitioner CDMP Practitioner or Master Cloud data certification<br><br>Focus areas<br><br>Enterprise and data architecture Data modeling Analytics platforms<br><br>Ready to apply for this role?<br><br>Apply for Senior Manager, Data Architecture & Analytics
<br><p>Strategic Sourcing:</p><ul><li><p>Develop and implement procurement strategies that align with company goals and objectives.</p></li><li><p>Identify cost-saving opportunities and lead negotiations with suppliers to secure favorable terms and pricing.</p><br></li></ul><p>Supplier Management:</p><ul><li><p>Manage supplier relationships, including supplier selection, evaluation, and performance tracking.</p></li><li><p>Collaborate with suppliers to improve quality, delivery, and cost performance.</p></li><li><p>Vendor Selection and Evaluation:</p></li><li><p>Identify potential suppliers and conduct due diligence to assess their capabilities and compliance with quality and ethical standards.</p></li><li><p>Regularly evaluate vendor performance and initiate corrective actions when necessary.</p><br></li></ul><p>Contract Negotiation and Management:</p><ul><li><p>Negotiate contracts, terms, and conditions with suppliers to secure advantageous agreements.</p></li><li><p>Ensure compliance with contract terms and monitor contract expiration and renewal dates.</p><br></li></ul><p>Cost Control and Budgeting:</p><ul><li><p>Monitor and control procurement budgets to optimize spending and reduce costs.</p></li><li><p>Analyze and report on cost variances and take corrective actions as needed.</p><br></li></ul><p>Inventory Management:</p><ul><li><p>Collaborate with inventory and warehouse teams to maintain optimal inventory levels.</p></li><li><p>Implement inventory control measures to minimize excess stock and stockouts.</p><br></li></ul><p>Quality Assurance:</p><ul><li><p>Ensure that procured goods and services meet quality and regulatory standards.</p></li><li><p>Address quality issues and implement continuous improvement measures.</p><br></li></ul><p>Supplier Diversity and Sustainability:</p><ul><li><p>Promote supplier diversity and sustainability initiatives, such as sourcing from local or eco-friendly suppliers.</p></li><li><p>Support responsible sourcing practices.</p><br></li></ul><p>Market Analysis and Risk Management:</p><ul><li><p>Stay informed about market trends, pricing, and supply chain risks.</p></li><li><p>Develop and execute risk mitigation strategies to minimize disruptions.</p><br></li></ul><p>Cross-Functional Collaboration:</p><ul><li><p>Collaborate with other departments, such as finance, production, and logistics, to ensure alignment and efficient procurement processes.</p></li><li><p>Address and resolve procurement-related issues.</p><br></li></ul><p>Reporting and Documentation:</p><ul><li><p>Maintain accurate records and documentation of procurement activities.</p></li><li><p>Prepare regular reports on procurement performance and cost savings.</p></li></ul><p><strong>Desired Candidate Profile</strong></p><br><ul><li><p>Bachelor's degree in supply chain management, business, or a related field (Master's degree preferred).</p></li><li><p>experience in procurement, sourcing, or supply chain management, with a focus on the FMCG industry is an advantage.</p></li><li><p>A minimum of 1 -3 years of experience in the same capacity</p></li><li><p>Strong negotiation and contract management skills.</p></li><li><p>Proficiency in procurement software and ERP systems.</p></li><li><p>Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities.</p></li><li><p>Strong communication and interpersonal skills.</p></li><li><p>Familiarity with ethical and sustainable sourcing practices.</p></li></ul>
Functional Responsibilities:Data Ingestion and Normalization Pipeline Management: Architect and maintain the ingestion of telemetry from multi-cloud (GCP, AWS, Azure) and on-premises environments using Bind Plane Forwarders, Cloud-to-Cloud (C2C) connectors, and Webhooks. Parser Development: Design, build, and troubleshoot custom parsers (CBN) to ensure non-standard log sources are correctly normalized into the Unified Data Model (UDM). Data Health Monitoring: Build dashboards to monitor ingestion rates, latency, and data drops to ensure the SIEM is always receiving high-quality, actionable data.<br>SOAR & Automation Engineering Playbook Development: Design and code automated incident response playbooks in Sentinel SOAR using Python and visual builders. Connector Engineering: Build and maintain API integrations between Sentinel SOAR and third-party tools (Firewalls, EDR, IAM, Ticketing systems). Workflow Optimization: Automate repetitive manual tasks such as artifact enrichment, evidence gathering, and initial containment actions. Case Management Configuration: Tailoring the SOAR environment to fit the SOC’s operational needs, including custom fields, stages, and SLA tracking.<br>Platform Administration and Optimization System Health Monitoring: Monitoring the ingestion health to ensure no data is dropped and that latency stays within acceptable limits. Access Control: Managing Role-Based Access Control (RBAC) to ensure analysts have the correct level of access to sensitive data. Threat Intel Ingestion: Managing the integration of Mandiant, Virus Total, and other third-party threat intelligence feeds to ensure detections are always up to date with the latest global threats.<br>Collaboration with SOC Team Feedback Loops: Collaborating with Tier 1 and Tier 2 analysts to tune YARA-L rules based on real-world alert performance and "noise" levels. Requirements Gathering: Interviewing incident responders to understand their manual workflows, then translating those into Sentinel SOAR playbooks. Training & Enablement: Conducting knowledge transfer sessions on how to use UDM Search and the MS Sentinel interface to speed up investigations. Alignment with Infrastructure Team Data Ingestion Strategy: Working with GCP/AWS/Azure Architects to ensure that Cloud Logging and Pub/Sub are configured correctly for seamless export to Google Sec Ops platform. Agent Deployment: Coordinating with IT Infrastructure teams to deploy and maintain Bind Plane Forwarders on on-premises servers and virtual machines. Troubleshooting: Collaborating with Network Engineers to resolve connectivity issues or firewall blocks that prevent telemetry from reaching the Google Sec Ops platform. Knowledge, Skills & Experience Academic & Professional Qualifications:Bachelor’s degree in computer science, IT, Cybersecurity, or equivalent. SIEM Certification ( Azure Sentinel). Preferred:Security certifications such as Security+, CySA+, CEH, CISSP, GCIHSentinel Engineer<br>Experience:3–5 years of hands-on experience in Security Engineering, SOC Automation, Dev Ops Engineer, Security Operations, or Infrastructure Security. Skills and Requirements:Technical Skills (Must Have) SIEM/SOAR Mastery: Proven experience architecting and managing enterprise-grade platforms (e.g., Splunk, Azure Sentinel, or QRadar), with at least 1–2 years specifically focused on Google Sec Ops (Chronicle). Key Requirement: Required skills: Google Sec Ops. Coding & Scripting: Professional experience using Python to automate security workflows or build custom API connectors. Cloud Infrastructure: Hands-on experience managing security within Google Cloud Platform (GCP), including VPC service controls, IAM, and Cloud Logging. Languages: Python (Advanced), SQL (Big Query), YARA/YARA-L, and Bash. Frameworks: MITRE ATT&CK, NIST Cybersecurity Framework. Tools: Git (Version Control), Terraform (Infrastructure as Code), Docker/Kubernetes (Containerization). Data Standards: Deep knowledge of JSON, Protobuf, and Regex for log parsing and normalization. Soft Skills Strong analytical thinking and problem-solving capability. Excellent communication skills, able to explain technical findings to non-technical stakeholders. Ability to work independently, manage multiple priorities, and meet deadlines. Attention to detail and a structured, documentation-driven mindset.
Functional Responsibilities:Data Ingestion and Normalization Pipeline Management: Architect and maintain the ingestion of telemetry from multi-cloud (GCP, AWS, Azure) and on-premises environments using Bind Plane Forwarders, Cloud-to-Cloud (C2C) connectors, and Webhooks. Parser Development: Design, build, and troubleshoot custom parsers (CBN) to ensure non-standard log sources are correctly normalized into the Unified Data Model (UDM). Data Health Monitoring: Build dashboards to monitor ingestion rates, latency, and data drops to ensure the SIEM is always receiving high-quality, actionable data. SOAR & Automation Engineering Playbook Development: Design and code automated incident response playbooks in Google SOAR using Python and visual builders. Connector Engineering: Build and maintain API integrations between Google SOAR and third-party tools (Firewalls, EDR, IAM, Ticketing systems). Workflow Optimization: Automate repetitive manual tasks such as artifact enrichment, evidence gathering, and initial containment actions. Case Management Configuration: Tailoring the SOAR environment to fit the SOC’s operational needs, including custom fields, stages, and SLA tracking. Platform Administration and Optimization System Health Monitoring: Monitoring the ingestion health to ensure no data is dropped and that latency stays within acceptable limits. Access Control: Managing Role-Based Access Control (RBAC) to ensure analysts have the correct level of access to sensitive data. Threat Intel Ingestion: Managing the integration of Mandiant, Virus Total, and other third-party threat intelligence feeds to ensure detections are always up to date with the latest global threats. Collaboration with SOC Team Feedback Loops: Collaborating with Tier 1 and Tier 2 analysts to tune YARA-L rules based on real-world alert performance and "noise" levels. Requirements Gathering: Interviewing incident responders to understand their manual workflows, then translating those into Google SOAR playbooks. Training & Enablement: Conducting knowledge transfer sessions on how to use UDM Search and the Google Sec Ops interface to speed up investigations. Alignment with Infrastructure Team Data Ingestion Strategy: Working with GCP/AWS/Azure Architects to ensure that Cloud Logging and Pub/Sub are configured correctly for seamless export to Google Sec Ops platform. Agent Deployment: Coordinating with IT Infrastructure teams to deploy and maintain Bind Plane Forwarders on on-premises servers and virtual machines. Troubleshooting: Collaborating with Network Engineers to resolve connectivity issues or firewall blocks that prevent telemetry from reaching the Google Sec Ops platform. Knowledge, Skills & Experience Academic & Professional Qualifications:Bachelor’s degree in computer science, IT, Cybersecurity, or equivalent. SIEM Certification ( Google Sec Ops, Splunk, Azure Sentinel). Preferred:Security certifications such as Security+, CySA+, CEH, CISSP, GCIH Google Sec Ops Engineer Experience:3–5 years of hands-on experience in Security Engineering, SOC Automation, Dev Ops Engineer, Security Operations, or Infrastructure Security. Skills and Requirements:Technical Skills (Must Have) SIEM/SOAR Mastery: Proven experience architecting and managing enterprise-grade platforms (e.g., Splunk, Azure Sentinel, or QRadar), with at least 1–2 years specifically focused on Google Sec Ops (Chronicle). Key Requirement: Required skills: Google Sec Ops. Coding & Scripting: Professional experience using Python to automate security workflows or build custom API connectors. Cloud Infrastructure: Hands-on experience managing security within Google Cloud Platform (GCP), including VPC service controls, IAM, and Cloud Logging. Languages: Python (Advanced), SQL (Big Query), YARA/YARA-L, and Bash. Frameworks: MITRE ATT&CK, NIST Cybersecurity Framework. Tools: Git (Version Control), Terraform (Infrastructure as Code), Docker/Kubernetes (Containerization). Data Standards: Deep knowledge of JSON, Protobuf, and Regex for log parsing and normalization. Soft Skills Strong analytical thinking and problem-solving capability. Excellent communication skills, able to explain technical findings to non-technical stakeholders. Ability to work independently, manage multiple priorities, and meet deadlines. Attention to detail and a structured, documentation-driven mindset.
<p>The primary responsibilities of the Security Infrastructure Engineer Sentinel:</p><p>Functional <b>Responsibilities</b>:</p><p>Data Ingestion and Normalization Pipeline Management: Architect and maintain the ingestion of telemetry from multi-cloud (GCP, AWS, Azure) and on-premises environments using Bind Plane Forwarders, Cloud-to-Cloud (C2C) connectors, and Webhooks.</p><p>Parser Development: Design, build, and troubleshoot custom parsers (CBN) to ensure non-standard log sources are correctly normalized into the Unified Data Model (UDM).</p><p>Data Health Monitoring: Build dashboards to monitor ingestion rates, latency, and data drops to ensure the SIEM is always receiving high-quality, actionable data.</p><p>SOAR & Automation Engineering</p><p>Playbook Development: Design and code automated incident response playbooks in Sentinel SOAR using Python and visual builders.</p><p>Connector Engineering: Build and maintain API integrations between Sentinel SOAR and third-party tools (Firewalls, EDR, IAM, Ticketing systems).</p><p>Workflow Optimization: Automate repetitive manual tasks such as artifact enrichment, evidence gathering, and initial containment actions.</p><p>Case Management Configuration: Tailoring the SOAR environment to fit the SOC s operational needs, including custom fields, stages, and SLA tracking.</p><p>Platform Administration and Optimization</p><p>System Health Monitoring: Monitoring the ingestion health to ensure no data is dropped and that latency stays within acceptable limits.</p><p>Access Control: Managing Role-Based Access Control (RBAC) to ensure analysts have the correct level of access to sensitive data.</p><p>Threat Intel Ingestion: Managing the integration of Mandiant, Virus Total, and other third-party threat intelligence feeds to ensure detections are always up to date with the latest global threats.</p><p>Collaboration with SOC Team</p><p>Feedback Loops: Collaborating with Tier 1 and Tier 2 analysts to tune YARA-L rules based on real-world alert performance and noise levels.</p><p>Requirements Gathering: Interviewing incident responders to understand their manual workflows, then translating those into Sentinel SOAR playbooks.</p><p>Training & Enablement: Conducting knowledge transfer sessions on how to use UDM Search and the MS Sentinel interface to speed up investigations.</p><p>Alignment with Infrastructure Team</p><p>Data Ingestion Strategy: Working with GCP/AWS/Azure Architects to ensure that Cloud Logging and Pub/Sub are configured correctly for seamless export to Google SecOps platform.</p><p>Agent Deployment: Coordinating with IT Infrastructure teams to deploy and maintain Bind Plane Forwarders on on-premises servers and virtual machines.</p><p>Troubleshooting: Collaborating with Network Engineers to resolve connectivity issues or firewall blocks that prevent telemetry from reaching the Google SecOps platform.</p><p><strong>Desired Candidate Profile</strong></p><p><strong>Academic & Professional Qualifications:</strong></p><p>Bachelor s degree in computer science, IT, Cybersecurity, or equivalent.</p><p>SIEM Certification (Azure Sentinel).</p><p><strong>Preferred:</strong> Security certifications such as Security+, CySA+, CEH, CISSP, GCIH</p><p><strong>Sentinel Engineer Experience:</strong></p><p>3 5 years of hands-on experience in Security Engineering, SOC Automation, DevOps Engineer, Security Operations, or Infrastructure Security.</p><p><strong>Skills and Requirements:</strong></p><p>SIEM/SOAR Mastery: Proven experience architecting and managing enterprise-grade platforms (e.g., Splunk, Azure Sentinel, or QRadar), with at least 1 2 years specifically focused on Google SecOps (Chronicle).</p><p><strong>Key Requirement:</strong> Required skills: Google SecOps.</p><p>Coding & Scripting: Professional experience using Python to automate security workflows or build custom API connectors.</p><p>Cloud Infrastructure: Hands-on experience managing security within Google Cloud Platform (GCP), including VPC service controls, IAM, and Cloud Logging.</p><p>Languages: Python (Advanced), SQL (BigQuery), YARA/YARA-L, and Bash.</p><p>Frameworks: MITRE ATT&CK, NIST Cybersecurity Framework.</p><p>Tools: Git (Version Control), Terraform (Infrastructure as Code), Docker/Kubernetes (Containerization).</p><p>Data Standards: Deep knowledge of JSON, Protobuf, and Regex for log parsing and normalization.</p><p><strong>Soft Skills:</strong></p><p>Strong analytical thinking and problem-solving capability.</p><p>Excellent communication skills, able to explain technical findings to non-technical stakeholders.</p><p>Ability to work independently, manage multiple priorities, and meet deadlines.</p><p>Attention to detail and a structured, documentation-driven mindset.</p>
Role :Senior IBM App Connect Enterprise (ACE) Developer<br><br>Job Summary :We are seeking a highly skilled Senior IBM App Connect Enterprise (ACE) Developer with 10+ years of experience in enterprise application integration, middleware development, and API enablement. The ideal candidate will have hands-on expertise in IBM App Connect Enterprise (ACE), IBM Integration Bus (IIB), IBM MQ, and REST/SOAP services to design, develop, deploy, and support scalable integration solutions. The role involves collaborating with business and technical teams to deliver secure, high-performance, and reusable integration services that support enterprise digital transformation initiatives<br>.<br>Key Responsibiliti<br>es<br>Design, develop, and maintain enterprise integration solutions using IBM App Connect Enterprise (ACE) and IBM MQ. Develop and support message flows, message models, and reusable integration components. Build, consume, and maintain RESTful APIs and SOAP Web Services. Design integration solutions for applications, databases, cloud platforms, and third-party systems. Perform data transformation using XML, JSON, DFDL, XMLNSC, CSV, MRM, and ISO8583 formats. Develop integration logic using ESQL and implement error handling, exception management, and message routing. Participate in solution design discussions and recommend scalable integration architecture. Deploy integration applications across Development, QA, UAT, and Production environments. Monitor integration services, troubleshoot production issues, and optimize application performance. Work closely with Business Analysts, Solution Architects, QA teams, and application owners to deliver integration solutions. Perform unit testing, integration testing, and support User Acceptance Testing (UAT). Follow CI/CD best practices using Git and Jenkins. Create and maintain technical documentation, interface specifications, and deployment guides. Ensure compliance with organizational security, coding, and integration standards. Provide production support and participate in incident resolution and root cause analys<br>is.
Location: Doha, Qatar (On-site)<br>Nationality: Any<br>Experience: 8-5 Years<br>Employment Type: Full-Time About the Role Kal Soft is looking for a Senior BPM Engineer to design, build, and operate process automation solutions for government e-services using Camunda 8. The role will also support clients migrating from Camunda 7 to Camunda 8 and will involve ownership of workflow design through production support. The ideal candidate will work closely with business analysts, integration teams, and client stakeholders to deliver scalable and reliable process automation solutions. Key Responsibilities Model and implement BPMN 2.0 workflows and DMN decision tables for citizen and business e-services Develop job workers and process applications using Java / Spring Boot. Experience with Node.js will be an advantage Integrate workflows with government back-end systems, national identity/authentication services, and payment gateways using REST, g RPC, and messaging technologies such as Kafka Deploy, configure, and operate Camunda 8, including Zeebe, Operate, Tasklist, Optimize, and Connectors, on Kubernetes in on-premise or in-country cloud environments Lead Camunda 7 to Camunda 8 migration assessments and execution for legacy workloads Define and monitor process SLAs and troubleshoot incidents, bottlenecks, and failed process instances Build automated process tests and CI/CD pipelines while enforcing code quality and security standards Mentor junior developers and contribute to solution architecture and project estimation Required Qualifications Minimum 5+ years of hands-on Camunda experience, including production delivery using Camunda 8 / Zeebe Strong experience with Java and Spring Boot Solid experience in REST API development and integration design Experience with Docker, Kubernetes, and CI/CD tools such as Azure Dev Ops, Git Lab, or Jenkins Understanding of Identity and Access Management (IAM) concepts, including OAuth2/OIDC and Keycloak or equivalent technologies Proven experience delivering at least two end-to-end workflow automation programs for enterprise or government clients Strong understanding of BPMN-based process automation and enterprise workflow solutions Excellent problem-solving and troubleshooting skills Strong communication and collaboration skills for working with technical teams, business analysts, and client stakeholders Preferred Qualifications Camunda Certified Professional certification (Developer or Architect) Previous experience with Camunda 7 to Camunda 8 migration Exposure to agentic / AI-assisted orchestration on Camunda Experience with payment or case-management processes in the GCC public sector Experience with Node.js will be an added advantage
Lesha Bank is searching for the greatest talent and brightest minds to contribute to the current growth phase at our bank. We are looking for top-tier individuals who are passionate and hungry to add value from day one. Every day at Lesha is different, presenting a new challenge with the opportunity to contribute and grow. We are looking for an Associate - Public Equities and Fixed Income Research.<br>Job Purpose:We are currently seeking to recruit an experienced Equity Associate to join our Doha based Investments Team. The new team member will report to the Portfolio Manager and will assist in the day to day management of the equity investments by conducting research, generating investment ideas and monitoring positions.<br>Specific Accountability:Assist the portfolio manager by providing industry insight, bottom-up fundamental research and actionable stock recommendations using expertise to positively impact performance of the equity investments. Conduct primary and secondary research. Perform complex financial modeling and valuation. Assist in developing investment strategies and build asset-allocation models to maximize performance and manage risk. Generate periodic reports on portfolio performance/ return attribution analysis/ benchmarking. Daily monitoring of portfolio holdings for corporate actions and relevant events; liaise with back office and risk management teams. Preparing material for presentation of investment opportunities and regular updates to management. Develop and sustain frequent contacts with management teams and industry sources utilizing company/industry publications, sell-side analysts, etc to drive insights. Assist with daily trading execution and documentation.<br>Qualifications & Experience:A generalist with experience in Equity Research MENA exposure is a plus but not mandatory. Solid quantitative and qualitative analytical skills and strong excel modeling skills. Proven interpersonal skills with ability to work as part of a team and enjoy contributing in a cooperative and entrepreneurial environment. Strong communication skills - able to communicate clearly and succinctly, both verbally and in writing. Capable of developing independent opinion and defending own views. Experience using Bloomberg. Advanced Excel skills. Post Graduate Degree in a relevant discipline. A CA/CFA is highly desirable. Arabic speaking is a plus, but not necessary.
Role Objective<br>We are looking for an experienced IBM ACE Senior Developer with strong expertise in enterprise integration, API management, middleware solutions, IBM App Connect Enterprise (ACE), and IBM MQ. The role involves designing, developing, testing, deploying, and supporting scalable and secure integration solutions.<br>Key Responsibilities Integration Development Develop and optimize integration flows using IBM ACE/IIB. Integrate applications, databases, and services using REST, SOAP, JSON, XML, and IBM MQ. Develop reusable and scalable integration components. System Design & Analysis Translate business requirements into technical integration solutions. Collaborate with Business Analysts, Architects, and technical teams. Ensure solutions align with enterprise architecture standards. Testing & Quality Perform unit testing, integration testing, debugging, and defect resolution. Work with QA teams to ensure solution quality, reliability, and performance. Deployment & Support Manage deployments across Development, QA, and Production environments. Monitor integration flows, troubleshoot production issues, and optimize performance. Collaboration & Documentation Work closely with business users, architects, operations teams, consultants, and vendors. Provide technical guidance and follow coding standards. Maintain technical documentation and ensure compliance with security and organizational standards. Support the complete Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC). Required Qualifications & Experience B. Tech in Electronics & Communication Engineering or equivalent.10+ years of hands-on experience in enterprise integration. Strong experience in IBM App Connect Enterprise (ACE) and IBM MQ. Experience delivering integration solutions across domains such as banking, insurance, reinsurance, and logistics. International project/client-site experience is preferred. Technical Skills IBM App Connect Enterprise (ACE), IBM Integration Bus (IIB), Web Sphere Message Broker. IBM MQ and asynchronous messaging. ESQL and basic Shell scripting. REST APIs, SOAP services, and Microservices. XML, JSON, DFDL, CSV, MRM, ISO8583, and XMLNSC. Data mapping, schema design, and validation. Jenkins, Git, CI/CD, and Dev Ops. Unit and integration testing. SOAPUI and Postman. Basic knowledge of Oracle, SQL Server, and MySQL. Basic knowledge of AIX/Linux. Basic understanding of IBM API Connect and frontend technologies. Key Competencies Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. Excellent communication and stakeholder management. Customer-focused and collaborative approach. Process improvement and quality orientation. Creativity and innovation. Ability to manage conflicts and resolve technical issues effectively.
About The Job<br><br>Lesha Bank is searching for the greatest talent and brightest minds to contribute to the current growth phase at our bank. We are looking for top-tier individuals who are passionate and hungry to add value from day one. Every day at Lesha is different, presenting a new challenge with the opportunity to contribute and grow. We are looking for an Associate – Public Equities and Fixed Income Research.<br><br>Job Purpose<br><br>We are currently seeking to recruit an experienced Equity Associate to join our Doha based Investments Team. The new team member will report to the Portfolio Manager and will assist in the day to day management of the equity investments by conducting research, generating investment ideas and monitoring positions.<br><br>Specific Accountability<br><br>Assist the portfolio manager by providing industry insight, bottom-up fundamental research and actionable stock recommendations using expertise to positively impact performance of the equity investments. Conduct primary and secondary research. Perform complex financial modeling and valuation. Assist in developing investment strategies and build asset-allocation models to maximize performance and manage risk. Generate periodic reports on portfolio performance/ return attribution analysis/ benchmarking. Daily monitoring of portfolio holdings for corporate actions and relevant events; liaise with back office and risk management teams. Preparing material for presentation of investment opportunities and regular updates to management. Develop and sustain frequent contacts with management teams and industry sources utilizing company/industry publications, sell-side analysts, etc to drive insights. Assist with daily trading execution and documentation.<br><br>Qualifications & Experience<br><br>A generalist with experience in Equity Research MENA exposure is a plus but not mandatory. Solid quantitative and qualitative analytical skills and strong excel modeling skills. Proven interpersonal skills with ability to work as part of a team and enjoy contributing in a cooperative and entrepreneurial environment. Strong communication skills – able to communicate clearly and succinctly, both verbally and in writing. Capable of developing independent opinion and defending own views. Experience using Bloomberg. Advanced Excel skills. Post Graduate Degree in a relevant discipline. A CA/CFA is highly desirable. Arabic speaking is a plus, but not necessary.
About The Job<br><br>Lesha Bank is searching for the greatest talent and brightest minds to contribute to the current growth phase at our bank. We are looking for top-tier individuals who are passionate and hungry to add value from day one. Every day at Lesha is different, presenting a new challenge with the opportunity to contribute and grow. We are looking for an Associate – Public Equities and Fixed Income Research.<br><br>Job Purpose<br><br>We are currently seeking to recruit an experienced Equity Associate to join our Doha based Investments Team. The new team member will report to the Portfolio Manager and will assist in the day to day management of the equity investments by conducting research, generating investment ideas and monitoring positions.<br><br>Specific Accountability<br><br>Assist the portfolio manager by providing industry insight, bottom-up fundamental research and actionable stock recommendations using expertise to positively impact performance of the equity investments. Conduct primary and secondary research. Perform complex financial modeling and valuation. Assist in developing investment strategies and build asset-allocation models to maximize performance and manage risk. Generate periodic reports on portfolio performance/ return attribution analysis/ benchmarking. Daily monitoring of portfolio holdings for corporate actions and relevant events; liaise with back office and risk management teams. Preparing material for presentation of investment opportunities and regular updates to management. Develop and sustain frequent contacts with management teams and industry sources utilizing company/industry publications, sell-side analysts, etc to drive insights. Assist with daily trading execution and documentation.<br><br>Qualifications & Experience<br><br>A generalist with experience in Equity Research MENA exposure is a plus but not mandatory. Solid quantitative and qualitative analytical skills and strong excel modeling skills. Proven interpersonal skills with ability to work as part of a team and enjoy contributing in a cooperative and entrepreneurial environment. Strong communication skills – able to communicate clearly and succinctly, both verbally and in writing. Capable of developing independent opinion and defending own views. Experience using Bloomberg. Advanced Excel skills. Post Graduate Degree in a relevant discipline. A CA/CFA is highly desirable. Arabic speaking is a plus, but not necessary.
Location: Qatar<br><br>Reports To: Lead E&I Planning<br><br>Job Purpose<br><br>We are seeking an experienced Instrument Planner to provide maintenance planning support to the Asset Maintenance Team, ensuring effective planning and resource allocation for maintenance activities. The role is responsible for optimizing maintenance execution, improving equipment reliability, and supporting the safe and efficient operation for onshore facilities.<br><br>Key Responsibilities<br><br>Develop and execute maintenance plans in alignment with maintenance KPIs and operational objectives. Prepare detailed scopes of work for maintenance work orders and ensure readiness prior to execution. Review and allocate required resources, including manpower, materials, tools, equipment, contracts, and logistics support. Perform daily review of maintenance notifications and work orders to ensure planning accuracy, realistic completion timelines, and elimination of duplicate work requests. Ensure all costs related to maintenance activities are captured and approved within work orders. Maintain compliance with company maintenance standards, procedures, and policies. Raise and manage SAP Master Data Governance (MDG) requests related to incorrect or missing Bill of Materials (BOM) information. Prepare Material Return to Stock (MRS) documentation for surplus and unused materials. Coordinate monthly Preventive Maintenance (PM) reviews and develop plans at least 12 weeks ahead of schedule. Maintain and update SAP PM task lists for routine and recurring maintenance activities. Support work order close-out activities, including Technical Completion (TECO) in SAP. Collaborate closely with Maintenance Supervisors, Senior Planners, Schedulers, System Analysts, Engineering, Projects, and Supply teams.<br><br>Requirements<br><br>Education<br><br>Higher National Diploma (HND) or equivalent qualification in Engineering.<br><br>Experience<br><br>Minimum 7 years of maintenance planning/scheduling experience within the oil & gas, LNG, petrochemical, or process industries. At least 3 years of dedicated experience in maintenance planning and/or scheduling roles. Proven experience supporting maintenance activities for onshore processing facilities, LNG plants, refineries, petrochemical plants, or similar industrial assets. Experience using SAP PM for maintenance planning, work order management, preventive maintenance, and reporting.<br><br>Technical Skills<br><br>Strong knowledge of maintenance planning and scheduling processes. Proficiency in SAP PM and maintenance management systems. Good understanding of maintenance workflows, preventive maintenance programs, BOM management, and work order lifecycle. Strong planning, organizational, and coordination skills. Excellent communication skills in English, both written and verbal. Good computer literacy and reporting capabilities.
About Qatar Stock Exchange<br>Qatar Stock Exchange (QSE) is the principal securities market of the State of Qatar. QSE gives local and international investors direct access to an advanced, well-regulated capital market covering equities, ETFs, sukuk, bonds, and Treasury bills. QSE serves as an effective platform for listed companies to raise capital, broaden their investor base, and support their growth plans in line with Qatar National Vision 2030 and the Third Financial Sector Strategy.<br> Job Summary<br>The Senior Manager / Manager – Commercial & Strategic Partnerships leads the evaluation, structuring, and execution of investment opportunities and strategic partnerships in support of Qatar Stock Exchange’s growth agenda. This position reports to the Chief Commercial & Investment Officer. The mandate spans fund manager commitments, co-investments, minority stakes, and alliances with exchanges, market infrastructure providers, and institutional partners. Working closely with senior leadership, the holder acts as the lead execution resource, combining investment evaluation, deal execution, and partnership management.<br> Roles And Responsibilities<br>Investment Evaluation Lead the evaluation of investment opportunities, primarily fund manager commitments, SMAs, and co-investments, assessing strategic fit, financial returns, and risk. Lead financial, commercial, and strategic due diligence on prospective investments, overseeing workstreams across legal, finance, and external advisors. Develop investment memos and IC papers, including financial models and valuation analyses, with clear recommendations to support decision-making. Lead the structuring of SMAs, co-investment arrangements, and partnership agreements. Partnerships & Strategic Alliances Lead the identification, structuring, and negotiation of strategic partnerships with exchanges, clearinghouses, fintechs, and institutional players. Lead the drafting and negotiation of partnership agreements, MOUs, and joint venture frameworks. Own and manage relationships with existing strategic partners and co-investors. Portfolio Monitoring & Stakeholder Engagement Lead post-investment monitoring and performance tracking of QSE's investment portfolio. Serve as senior liaison with investment banks, legal advisors, fund managers, and regulators. Prepare and present periodic reporting and performance reviews to senior leadership, highlighting key risks, progress, and recommendations.<br>Requirements Bachelor's degree in finance, Economics, Business, or a related field (master's degree, CFA, or MBA preferred).10 to 15 years of experience in corporate finance, financial advisory, investment banking, or an investment firm. Proven track record evaluating and executing investment opportunities, including fund investments and co-investments. Strong command of term sheets, deal structuring, and partnership and joint venture agreements. Advanced capabilities in financial analysis, due diligence, negotiation, and senior-level stakeholder management. Prior M&A experience within an exchange, market infrastructure, or financial services environment is preferred.
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<span><u><b>Job Summary</b></u>
<br></span><p>The Group Business Development Director - MENA is responsible for identifying, originating and securing major infrastructure investment opportunities across Middle East, North Africa and Sub-Saharan Africa. The role leads deal sourcing and relationship development with government entities, strategic partners, project developers, current asset owners and operators, and co-investors.</p><br>
<p>The role drives revenue generation through direct deal origination and supports opportunity assessment, commercial negotiation, diligence, transaction structuring and closing in collaboration with the investment deal team.</p><br><br><br><u><b>Job Responsibilities 1</b></u>
<br><p>Deal Origination & Business Development</p><br>
<p>• Lead deal origination across Middle East, North Africa and Sub-Saharan Africa, building and maintaining a robust pipeline of investment opportunities across ports, airports, power generation, oil and gas, refinery, water, agriculture, real estate, mining and pipeline sectors.</p><br>
<p>• Develop and execute a comprehensive regional business development strategy to source opportunities through direct engagement with governments, current asset owners and operators, strategic partners and project developers.</p><br>
<p>Strategic Stakeholder & Government Relations</p><br>
<p>• Establish and nurture strategic relationships with government officials, regulatory bodies, public-sector stakeholders, asset owners and operators to understand priorities and secure direct access to investment opportunities.</p><br>
<p>• Manage relationships with current asset owners and operators, identifying partnership, acquisition and investment opportunities, with deal-team support for detailed technical and financial diligence.</p><br>
<p>• Build and maintain relationships with co-investors and strategic co-investment partners</p><br>
<p>Opportunity Assessment & Investment Preparation</p><br>
<p>• Identify and qualify investment opportunities through market research and direct stakeholder engagement, assessing commercial and structural feasibility.</p><br>
<p>• Prepare investment opportunity assessments and memoranda for the Investment Committee, detailing market context, opportunity characteristics and proposed structure.</p><br>
<p>Capital Investment Project Development</p><br>
<p>• Partner with sector verticals to design and implement stage-gate processes for capital investment project maturation, establishing clear quality gates, decision criteria, and approval protocols aligned with sector-specific requirements.</p><br>
<p>• Support sector implementation of cost estimation methodologies and documentation standards aligned with best practices; establish guidance frameworks that enable sector teams to manage cost estimate progression from preliminary Class 4 to Class 1 bankable estimates, including audit trail, assumptions documentation, and risk registers at each gate.</p><br>
<p>• Develop sector-specific project governance templates and escalation protocols defining roles, approval authorities, and documentation requirements; support sector adoption and provide Bridge Holding governance interface for alignment with investor and lender requirements.</p><br>
<p>• Establish bankability assessment frameworks and gate-review criteria in partnership with sectors; support readiness validation for Investment Committee approval and third-party financing; ensure best in class capital project development standards are met.</p><br>
<p>• Build and maintain project intake, tracking, and documentation systems that support sector pipeline visibility, stage-gate compliance, and Bridge Holding oversight; generate quarterly reports on project maturation progress by sector, gate approval rates, cost estimate confidence evolution, and bankability metrics; serve as primary interface between sector origination teams and central Investment Committee.</p><br><br><br><u><b>Job Responsibilities 2</b></u>
<br><p>Commercial Negotiation & Deal Execution Support</p><br>
<p>• Lead commercial negotiations of term sheets, framework agreements and transaction arrangements with governments, current asset owners, project developers and co-investment partners, with support from legal and transaction teams.</p><br>
<p>• Collaborate with financial analysts, technical specialists and legal advisers on opportunity evaluation, providing market insight and commercial perspective.</p><br>
<p>• Support financial, technical, legal, tax, regulatory, sanctions and integrity diligence and coordinate inputs from internal specialists and external advisers.</p><br>
<p>• Assist with transaction structuring, financial analysis, term-sheet review, negotiations, documentation and closing processes.</p><br>
<p>Co-Investor & Financial Institution Engagement</p><br>
<p>• Build and maintain relationships with co-investors, co-investment partners and financial institutions to facilitate deal execution and investment syndication.</p><br>
<p>Market Intelligence & Strategic Advisory</p><br>
<p>• Travel across assigned regions, estimated at 20 to 30 percent of time, to maintain stakeholder relationships, identify emerging opportunities and manage critical negotiations.</p><br>
<p>• Monitor market trends, regulatory developments, competitive landscape and sector dynamics in target geographies to identify emerging investment opportunities.</p><br>
<p>• Provide market insight and strategic recommendations to senior management for fund-strategy refinement and opportunity identification.</p><br>
<p>Team Leadership & Capability Development</p><br>
<p>• Lead and mentor the business development team, supporting origination, relationship management and opportunity-evaluation activities</p><br><br><br><b>Additional Responsibilities 3</b>
<br><br><u><b>Job Knowledge & Skills</b></u>
<br><p>• <strong>Infrastructure investment acumen:</strong> Deep understanding of infrastructure investment strategies, sector dynamics, risk profiles and return drivers across ports, airports, power, energy, water, agriculture, mining and real estate, including greenfield, brownfield and acquisition opportunities.</p><br>
<p>• <strong>Deal origination and market sourcing:</strong> Ability to identify, qualify and originate high-quality infrastructure investment opportunities through direct engagement with governments, asset owners and developers and to assess commercial viability and structuring potential.</p><br>
<p>• <strong>Asset-owner and operator relations:</strong> Ability to build productive relationships with existing asset owners, operators and managers, understand their business drivers and identify partnership and acquisition opportunities.</p><br>
<p>• <strong>Commercial negotiation and deal structuring:</strong> Ability to negotiate commercial terms, concession agreements, joint-venture arrangements and purchase agreements, with an understanding of pricing mechanisms and governance frameworks.</p><br>
<p>• <strong>Regional market and political expertise:</strong> Deep knowledge of Middle East, North Africa and Sub-Saharan Africa political economy, macroeconomic trends, regulatory frameworks, currency dynamics, key sectors and major asset owners and developers.</p><br>
<p>• Project stage-gate and cost estimation: Understanding of cost classification standards and stage-gate project maturity frameworks; ability to guide and support sector teams in designing and implementing stage-gate processes that drive project cost estimates from Class 4 through Class 1 bankability.</p><br>
<p>• Bankability assessment and project documentation: Ability to work with sectors to assess projects against investor, lender and sector-specific bankability criteria; expertise in developing and socializing project charter, basis-of-estimate, risk framework, and covenant documentation templates that meet institutional financing standards.</p><br>
<p>• Sector-specific project standards and governance: Knowledge of cost estimation methodologies, technical requirements, permitting processes, and governance frameworks across assigned sectors (energy infrastructure, mining, ports/airports, agricultural supply chains, digital infrastructure); ability to translate sector-specific standards into scalable, repeatable project processes.</p><br><br><br><u><b>Job Experience</b></u>
<br><p>• <strong>Infrastructure investment and project development:</strong> Minimum 15 years of professional experience in infrastructure investment, project development or related sectors, including at least 10 years in a senior business development, deal origination or investment role focused on infrastructure, private equity or project finance.</p><br>
<p>• <strong>Deal origination and transaction track record:</strong> Proven record of originating and closing major infrastructure deals exceeding USD 100 million in transaction value in MENA, Africa and/or emerging markets, with direct experience building relationships with government stakeholders, current asset owners and operators, and project developers.</p><br>
<p>• <strong>PPP, concession and multi-stakeholder experience:</strong> Demonstrated experience in energy, mining, ports, airports, water, agriculture and/or transportation infrastructure, including public-private partnerships, concessions and complex multi-stakeholder negotiations.</p><br>
<p>• <strong>Languages:</strong> Fluency in English is required. Arabic language capability is a significant advantage.</p><br><br><br><u><b>Competencies</b></u>
<br>Agility<br>AI Fluency<br>Build High-Performing Teams<br>Build Process and Systems<br>Business Development L5<br>Drive Cost Optimization<br>Leadership<br>Provide Direction<br>Quality<br>Relationship Management L5<br>Reporting Standard L5<br>Resilience<br>Risk Management L5<br>Sales Trend Analysis L5<br>Speed of Execution<br><br><br><u><b>Education</b></u>
<br>Bachelor's Degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Pubic Administration or business administration, and other related field or any related field<br>Master's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Pubic Administration or business administration, and other related field or any related field<br><br><br><br>
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<strong>Key Responsibilities</strong> <p></p> <p> <strong>Commissioning Activities</strong> </p> <p> Perform pre-commissioning and commissioning activities for electrical systems, including MV/LV switchgears, HV and distribution transformers, MCCs, VFDs, UPS and DC systems, generators, and control panels.</p> <p> Assist in loop checking, continuity testing, insulation resistance testing, and functional testing of electrical equipment.</p> <p> Support energization and start-up activities of plant equipment and systems.</p> <p> Execute commissioning procedures, test plans, and checklists as directed by Commissioning Engineers.</p> <p> Participate in performance testing and reliability runs of plant systems.</p> <p> Lead technical walkdown with the client recording the punches.</p> <p> </p> <p> <strong>Installation Verification & Testing</strong> </p> <p> Verify electrical installations against approved drawings, specifications, and standards.</p> <p> Conduct cable continuity, megger, grounding, and protection relay testing.</p> <p> Inspect electrical equipment and ensure proper installation before commissioning.</p> <p> Monitor and record test results and commissioning data.</p> <p> </p> <p> <strong>Troubleshooting & Maintenance</strong> </p> <p> Diagnose and rectify electrical faults during commissioning and start-up phases.</p> <p> Support maintenance activities on electrical systems and equipment.</p> <p> Coordinate with instrumentation, mechanical, and process teams for integrated system testing.</p> <p> Assist in resolving commissioning punch-list items.</p> <p> </p> <p> <strong>Documentation & Reporting</strong> </p> <p> Prepare commissioning records, test reports, and daily progress reports.</p> <p> Maintain accurate documentation of all testing and commissioning activities.</p> <p> </p> <p> </p> <p> Review electrical drawings, schematics, single-line diagrams, and cable schedules.</p> <p> Assist in preparing as-built documentation and handover dossiers.</p> <p> </p> <p> <strong>Health, Safety & Environmental Compliance</strong> </p> <p> Comply with all HSE policies, procedures, and permit-to-work systems.</p> <p> Ensure safe isolation and lockout/tagout (LOTO) procedures are followed.</p> <p> Participate in toolbox talks, risk assessments, last minute risk assessment and safety inspections.</p> <p> Promote a strong safety culture throughout commissioning activities.</p> <p> </p> <p> <strong>Qualifications</strong> </p> <p> Diploma or Technical Certification in Electrical Engineering, Electrical Technology, or a related field.</p> <p> Additional commissioning certifications will be an advantage.</p> <p>1. LOTO</p> <p>2. AEP/SAEP</p> <p> </p> <p> </p> <p> <strong>Experience</strong> </p> <p> Minimum 3-5 years of experience in electrical installation, testing, and commissioning.</p> <p> Experience in SWRO desalination plants, water treatment plants, power plants, or industrial process facilities is highly preferred.</p> <p> Familiarity with commissioning of MV/LV electrical systems and industrial automation environments.</p> <p> </p> <p> <strong>Technical Skills</strong> </p> <p> Knowledge of electrical commissioning procedures</p> <p> Testing equipment:</p> <p>1. Insulation resistance tool</p> <p>2. CPC100</p> <p>3. CIBANO Kit (CB test Kit)</p> <p>4. Hypot Kit</p> <p>5. CT analizer</p> <p>6. CMC Kit</p> <p> </p> <p> Experience with: Medium Voltage (MV) and Low Voltage (LV) systems</p> <p>1. Transformers</p> <p>2. Switchgear, MCCs and distribution panels.</p> <p>3. Variable Frequency Drives (VFDs) and Soft starters (SS)</p> <p>4. UPS and DC systems.</p> <p>5. Batteries</p> <p>6. Protection relays</p> <p>7. Electrical motors and starters</p>