Assistant Manager - Public Key Infrastructure
Ernst & Young
Dubai, UAE
The Role
EY is seeking the region’s best Cybersecurity Engineer who wants to join an elite team and have access to the latest global technologies for Public Key Infrastructure (PKI). This position fulfils the role of a PKI Engineer who looks after the detailed technical design, integration design and live deployment based on leading PKI technologies. The PKI engineer will work with a team of experienced PKI consultants to deliver turnkey PKI solutions. In addition, delivering of managed services including PKI operations and onboarding of entities to the implemented PKI services (Digital singing, encryption etc.). The PKI Engineer will work on enrolling PKI for international recognition programs such as CA/Browser forums and other commercial root certification programs such as Microsoft, Adobe, google etc. Responsibilities include working future proofing and new technology implementations to accommodate emerging trends, performing hands on implementation (deployment and configurations), day to day operations, and writing technical documentation such as Interface design, configuration guide, operations guide, troubleshooting guide etc. Key Responsibilities: •Facilitate the design of innovation PKI solutions that support the client’s strategic direction •Collaborates with EY consultants, partners, vendors to provide technical direction on PKI designs •Planning and live deployment of PKI turnkey solutions including integration with client applications •Technically manage and deliver small projects including POCs to be demonstrated to customers. This would include the deployment of the needed infrastructure (e.g. web and application servers) necessary for running PKI solutions •Carryout the below activities as part of the delivery of PKI operations: ?Day-to-day operations such as handling of certificate management requests, monitoring and health check ?Introducing new, redesigned or substantially improved PKI toolkits and middleware components as part of the delivery of PKI operations ?Onboarding of third-party entities to use PKI services offered by our clients, this includes providing technical guidance, integration POCs and training. Onboarding services as usually applicable as part of operating national PKI programs where governments offer PKI services to other entities. •Provide level 2 support for clients and coordinate as needed with the technology vendors for L3 support •Writing various PKI related documentation such Interface Design, Technical Infrastructure and configuration guides •Support on business development (bids) including defining scope of work, pricing and work resources, Interacts with clients at the design stage, as required
Requirements
To qualify, candidates must have: A real passion for Cryptography and a focused state of mind to understand how technology can assist and support to actively hunt and protect from the cyber threats we face today. We are looking for a PKI practitioner with capability and experience in some of the following areas: •Excellent team work, passion and drive to succeed and combat Cyber threats •Deployment and configuring PKI technologies such as Entrust, OpenTrust and Microsoft or others •Practical and theoretical knowledge on PKI and cryptography including the leading standards (PKCS, X509, PKIX, ETSI, …) •A strong understanding of Information Security Architecture and ecosystem technologies and concepts required: Firewalls, intrusion detection, monitoring tools, encryption, certificate authority, reverse proxy, etc. •A strong understanding of broad Information Security topics and in particular a deep knowledge of Identity and Access Management Architecture is required •Technical writing skills including functional and technical specifications •Software development background •Strong analytical and problem solving skills •Cyber Incident Response Qualifications & Experience: •Must have a Bachelor degree in Computer, Information Systems or Engineering related field preferred •5 + years’ experience with PKI •In depth Desktop OS and Server OS knowledge •Hands-on experience with PKI and smartcards through the implementation and deployment of such projects •Hands-on experience as a developer/architect in at least one development framework (.Net, J2EE, ) •Hands-on experience with applications server (such as IBM Websphere, Tomcat,) •Practical experience with integrating PKI within an enterprise for email protection, windows logon, digital signing and file encryption •Practical experience with conformity against PKI international standards (such as Webtrust and ETSI) •Practical experience on customer service processes and solving issues •Internationally recognized technical certifications in relevant areas
About the Company
EY is a global leader in assurance, tax, transactions and advisory services. Our 167,000 people are united by our shared values, which inspire our people worldwide and guide them to do the right thing, and our commitment to quality, which is embedded in who we are and everything we do.
EY is committed to doing its part in building a better working world for our people, for our clients and for our communities.
Assistant Manager - Internet and Access Management
Ernst & Young
Doha, Qatar
The Role
EY is seeking the region’s best Identity and Access Management (IAM) Engineer who wants to join an elite global network of IAM practitioners who contributes to the global thought leadership on IAM. The IAM Engineer is responsible for the alignment of business, operational and security requirements, and translation of those requirements into technical IAM capabilities. IAM services include, but are not limited to, identity lifecycle management, authentication and authorization, access requests, access provisioning, access reauthorization, multi-factor authentication, IAM role and entitlement models, public key infrastructure, and directory services technologies. Responsibilities include new technology implementations to accommodate emerging trends, performing hands on implementation (deployment and configurations), day-to-day operations, and writing technical documentation such as Interface design, configuration guide, operations guide, troubleshooting guide etc. Key Responsibilities: •Develop IAM architecture (integrated processes, applications, data and technology) solutions to business problems in alignment with EY reference IAM frameworks •Represent Cybersecurity on project teams to ensure adherence to existing IAM architectures, roadmaps, security policies, and standards •Research and evaluate new IAM security solutions, including lab tests, proof of concepts and pilots. Make operational and technology recommendations which influence IAM operations •Develop solutions and recommendations for technical and process challenges, emerging threats and technology changes •Planning and live deployment of IAM turnkey solutions including onboarding of client applications •Provide level 2 support for clients and coordinate as needed with the technology vendors for L3 support •Writing various IAM related documentation such Interface Design, Technical Infrastructure and configuration guides •Support on business development (bids) including defining scope of work, pricing and work resources, Interacts with clients at the design stage, as required
Requirements
To qualify, candidates must have: A real passion for Cybersecurity in general and particularly for Identity and Access Management. A focused state of mind to understand how technology can assist and support to actively hunt and protect from the cyber threats we face today. We are looking for an IAM practitioner with capability and experience in some of the following areas: •Excellent team work, passion and drive to succeed and combat Cyber threats •In-depth knowledge in user provisioning, directory services, authentication, authorization, public key infrastructure, and identity federation. •In-depth knowledge of authentication, authorization and Federation standards such as SAML, OAuth, OpenID, XACML and others •Deployment and configuring common IAM products (including but not limited to Salepoint, Microsoft, Oracle, RSA, forgerock and others), and Enterprise Directory solutions including Active Directory •A strong understanding of Information Security Architecture and ecosystem technologies and concepts required: Firewalls, intrusion detection, monitoring tools, encryption, certificate authority, reverse proxy, etc. •A strong understanding of broad Information Security topics and in particular a deep knowledge of Identity and Access Management Architecture is required •Technical writing skills including functional and technical specifications •Software development background •Strong analytical and problem solving skills •Cyber Incident Response
Qualifications & Experience: •Must have a Bachelor degree in Computer, Information Systems or Engineering related field preferred •Minimum 8+ years of progressive IT experience with at least 5+ years as IAM architect delivering enterprise solutions in the technology domain. •IAM Subject Matter Expertise with at least 5+ years with architecture, design, development and implementation experience integrating security solution w/ business application and processes. •Hands-on experience as a developer/architect in at least one development framework (.Net, J2EE, ) •Hands-on experience with Identity and Directory platforms and authentication technologies such as SAML, LDAP, Kerberos, NTLM, Microsoft Active Directory. •Hands-on experience with IAM solutions (including Web Access Management, Identity Governance and Administration and Privileged Account Management) through implementation and deployment of such projects •Hands-on experience with applications server (such as IBM Websphere, Tomcat,) •In depth Desktop OS and Server OS knowledge •Internationally recognized technical certifications in relevant areas
About the Company
EY is a global leader in assurance, tax, transactions and advisory services. Our 167,000 people are united by our shared values, which inspire our people worldwide and guide them to do the right thing, and our commitment to quality, which is embedded in who we are and everything we do.
EY is committed to doing its part in building a better working world for our people, for our clients and for our communities.
Project Director - Infrastructure
Menasa & Partners
Doha, Qatar
The Role
We are currently looking for an experienced Project Director - Infrastructure to work for a reputable Consultancy. The right candidate must have project experience of delivering multi-million dollar infrastructure works including rail, roads/highways or other infrastructure related projects. This role is responsible for managing and leading a diverse team of professionals including Architects, Engineers, Designers, Quantity Surveyors, Contractors and other supporting services. Drawing on your existing infrastructure delivery and major expressways projects experience, you will be responsible for monitoring the project direction and coordinating throughout all project life-cycles and final handover to the client. Core Responsibilities: • Develop the strategy and execution plan • Negotiate contract terms with the client • Deliver on all technical and commercial aspects of the project as per the contract requirements • Manage the client relationship and key stakeholders • Business development to ensure repeat business • Deliver the financial objectives for the programme • Manage all programme risk and contingencies • Ensure compliance with the ‘company’ Business Management System • Direct staff and resources to meet programme delivery requirements • Ensure project success • Manage the Project Manager’s performance of delegated responsibility
Requirements
• Bachelor's degree in engineering or any related degree, chartered. • A minimum of 20 years post graduate experience, 15 years’ operating at senior management and director level. • Experience in leading on infrastructure, expressways project, etc. preferably in the Middle East. • Experience of leading a business and having responsibility for a P&L account. • Proven success in the delivery of large capital projects within scope, time and budget • Ability to influence for results. • Experience in the planning, managing and successfully delivering on projects involving numerous stakeholders • Effective IT and communication skills in report writing, presentations and holding effective conversations • Proven ability to lead, organize and direct large multi-national organization
About the Company
The name MENASA originates from both the geographical region of Middle East, North Africa & South Asia as well as the Arabic word for platform or stage. We provide the platform for employers to approach the best global talent available.
Menasa & Partners is a privately owned, fully licensed, Executive Search company head-quartered in Dubai, UAE.
From our head office in Dubai we are ideally placed to assist organizations in the global search for talent.
We specialize in providing companies not only with suitable individuals to work in their organizations but also offer unparalleled knowledge of the global markets.
Our staff all have in depth knowledge of their vertical markets therefore offering tailored strategic advice.