Senior Information Security Consultant - Middle East

About Bureau Veritas Cybersecurity

Bureau Veritas Cybersecurity is a global leader in testing, inspection, and certification services, delivering trusted cybersecurity solutions to safeguard critical operations, assets, and data. In the Middle East, we partner with large-scale enterprises and critical infrastructure operators across industries such as energy, oil & gas, manufacturing, and technology — helping them build sustainable, long-term resilience against evolving cyber threats.

Role Overview

We are seeking a Senior Information Security Consultant to lead and deliver cybersecurity projects with a strong focus on long-term strategic partnerships with major organizations in the Middle East.

This role combines hands-on technical delivery with strategic client relationship management. You will act as a trusted advisor, ensuring that engagements evolve into multi-year collaborations that consistently deliver measurable improvements to security posture.

Key Responsibilities

• Strategic Client Engagement – Serve as a primary cybersecurity partner for large enterprises, building strong relationships and aligning services to long-term client objectives.
• Risk Assessment & Threat Modeling – Conduct in-depth assessments of IT, OT, and ICS environments, identifying vulnerabilities and designing effective mitigation strategies.
• Security Audits & Compliance – Perform audits against recognized standards and sector-specific requirements, producing clear, actionable improvement plans.
• Operational Technology Security – Secure industrial control systems and critical infrastructure across diverse sectors such as energy, oil & gas, manufacturing, and utilities.
• Program Development & Continuous Improvement – Advise on the design and ongoing enhancement of cybersecurity strategies, frameworks, and incident response capabilities.
• Training & Awareness – Deliver workshops and tailored awareness sessions to strengthen organizational cybersecurity culture.
• Business Development Support – Collaborate with account teams to identify and develop opportunities for expanding engagements.

Required Skills & Experience

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field.
• 8+ years of cybersecurity consulting experience, ideally with exposure to large-scale enterprises or critical infrastructure.
• Proven expertise in both IT and OT/ICS security principles.
• Experience with risk assessments, security audits, and compliance programs in complex operational environments.
• Knowledge of regional cybersecurity frameworks and sector-specific requirements.
• Industry certifications such as CISSP, CISM, ISO 27001 Lead Auditor, GICSP, or equivalent.
• Strong communication, stakeholder engagement, and relationship-building skills.
• Fluency in English; Arabic is an advantage.
• Location is flexible, willingness to travel within the Middle East.

Why Join Us?

• Influence the long-term cybersecurity strategies of some of the most significant organizations in the Middle East.
• Work across a variety of industries — from energy and oil & gas to finance, manufacturing, and technology.
• Be part of a global cybersecurity team with expertise in both IT and OT security.
• Access professional development, international collaboration, and challenging projects that have real-world impact.