Senior Cybersecurity Certification Consultant

Overview

Key Responsibilities

• Delivery of certification services Senior Information Security / Cyber Security Assessor is responsible for the day to day certification application assessment review, validation
• Manage the team and assign the cases
• Maintain detailed and organize records of the certification process, ensuring accuracy and completeness
• Ensuring that the highest standards of competence and impartiality are maintained, and that consistency is achieved across certification activities
• Review different organizations’ Information Security / Cyber Security compliance to national or international standards and best practices in Information Security / Cyber Security
• Evaluate the design and operating effectiveness of Information Security / Cyber Security controls
• Document observations/findings in such a manner that they are clearly understandable and traceable and are based on objective evidence
• Develop and maintain certification procedures and required tools based on National Information Security Compliance framework
• Maintain impartiality, confidentiality and to declare any potential conflicts of interest that might jeopardize an objective assessment as required
• Develop measurement and compliance mechanisms & tools to monitor improvements
• Provide a recommendation on the outcome of an assessment
• Stay up to date with the latest developments in security, emerging threats, and evolving technology to ensure the certification process remains relevant
• Conduct efficient and effective Cyber Security risk assessments and Information Security / Cyber Security audit procedures
• Develop and deliver internal training and workshop to upscale and build Information Security / Cyber Security, compliance, assurance and audit capabilities within the team.
• Manage the external communication during the audit: from the application till the issue of decision

Education & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Information Systems, Cyber Security, or equivalent.
• Minimum 20 years of professional experience in IT / Information Security / Cyber Security.
• At least 4 years of experience as a senior auditor, assessor, or in cybersecurity risk/security management roles.
• Experience in cybersecurity consulting or implementation aligned with national/international standards is an advantage.

Certifications (Preferred)

• CISSP, CISA, CISM, CRISC, ISO 27001 Lead Auditor/Implementer, or equivalent certifications.

Technical Skills

• Strong knowledge of cybersecurity risk assessment and audit methodologies.
• Expertise in security frameworks and standards (ISO 27001, NIST, NIA, CSF, etc.).
• Understanding of certification and accreditation standards (ISO/IEC 17021, 17024, 17065, 17006, ISO 19011, ISA, ITAF).
• Hands-on experience in information security auditing and assurance.
• Strong awareness of evolving cybersecurity threats and technologies.

Core Skills

• Excellent analytical, evaluation, and problem-solving abilities.
• Strong technical report writing and documentation skills.
• Ability to interpret compliance frameworks and certification criteria objectively.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills in English (written and verbal).
• Experience delivering training and workshops across government and private sectors.

Behavioral Competencies

• High attention to detail and ability to work under pressure and tight deadlines.
• Strong interpersonal and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to work independently with high levels of professionalism and integrity.
• Capability to manage multiple assignments and cross-functional teams effectively.
• Commitment to impartiality, confidentiality, and ethical assessment practices.

Availability