Senior IT Governance Consultant

2 days ago


Riyadh, Ar Riyāḑ, Saudi Arabia JODAYN | جودين Full time

We are seeking a highly skilled Senior IT Governance Consultant to join our team. The candidate will have extensive experience in IT governance, compliance, and risk management, with a strong background in consulting. The candidate should be proficient in designing, implementing, and auditing IT governance frameworks while ensuring compliance with international standards and regulations.

Requirements:
Governance Framework Development & Implementation:
  • Develop, implement, and maintain IT governance frameworks, ensuring alignment with industry best practices (e.g., COBIT, ISO 38500, ITIL)
  • Build and document policies and procedures in accordance with international governance methodologies and regulatory requirements
  • Conduct regular reviews and updates of governance frameworks to ensure they remain relevant and effective
  • Ensure governance policies are well-integrated across various business units
Regulatory Compliance & Audit Support:
  • Monitor and track changes in regulatory compliance at both local and international levels
  • Conduct internal audits and compliance assessments to ensure adherence to governance frameworks
  • Develop and execute corrective action plans to address non-compliance issues and governance gaps
  • Maintain governance documentation to support audit readiness and regulatory compliance
Risk Management & Process Improvement:
  • Identify, assess, and mitigate IT governance risks in alignment with business objectives
  • Develop corrective action plans to address governance deficiencies and enhance IT governance maturity
  • Work closely with stakeholders to define governance controls and optimize risk management strategies
Consulting & Client Engagement:
  • Leverage consulting expertise to analyze client needs, assess governance maturity, and recommend strategic improvements
  • Provide tailored solutions to align IT governance frameworks with business goals and regulatory requirements
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement best practices and enhance governance effectiveness
Training & Communication:
  • Develop and conduct training sessions and workshops to educate employees on governance policies and frameworks
  • Act as a governance subject matter expert (SME), offering guidance to internal teams and clients
  • Prepare reports and presentations for senior management and stakeholders to communicate governance initiatives
Required Skills & Qualifications:Technical and Knowledge-Based Skills
  • Strong understanding of IT governance frameworks such as COBIT, ISO 38500, ITIL, etc.
  • Expertise in regulatory compliance and internal auditing processes
  • Proficiency in risk assessment, corrective action plan development, and compliance monitoring
  • Ability to build, document, and enforce IT policies and procedures based on global standards
  • Experience with GRC tools and audit management software
  • Knowledge of IT environments, including cloud and hybrid infrastructures
  • Familiarity with document management systems for governance record-keeping
Analytical and Problem-Solving Skills
  • Ability to analyze governance regulations and translate them into actionable policies
  • Strong research and analytical skills to stay updated with evolving governance requirements
  • Capability to develop governance metrics and key performance indicators (KPIs)
Organizational and Documentation Skills
  • High attention to detail in managing governance documentation and compliance records
  • Experience in process development and implementation to streamline governance workflows
  • Ability to track and document governance changes for regulatory and audit purposes
Communication and Interpersonal Skills
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills to convey governance policies effectively
  • The ability to train and mentor teams in governance best practices
  • Strong stakeholder engagement skills to collaborate with legal, HR, finance, and IT teams
  • Consulting expertise in translating client needs into governance solutions
Qualifications And Professional Certifications:
  • Bachelor's degree in business administration, IT, Governance, Risk Management, or a related field
  • 5-7 years of experience in governance, compliance, or a related field, with exposure to multinational regulations and governance frameworks
  • Prior experience in an IT governance consulting role is highly preferred
  • Professional certifications in governance, risk, and compliance, such as:
  • CGEIT (Certified in the Governance of Enterprise IT)
  • CCEP (Certified Compliance & Ethics Professional)
  • CRMA (Certification in Risk Management Assurance)
  • ISO/IEC 38500 Lead Auditor
Benefits:Seniority level:
  • Mid-Senior level
Employment type:
  • Full-time
Job function:
  • Information Technology
Industries:
  • IT Services and IT Consulting
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