Cybersecurity SME

Responsibilities

• Support the definition of security objectives, scope, and requirements for the Operational Digital Twin across all layers, including infrastructure, platforms, and data.
• Perform security and risk assessments for proposed solution architectures and document threats, vulnerabilities, and mitigations.
• Contribute to the design of security controls such as identity and access management, network segmentation, encryption, and incident response.
• Support secure-by-design and privacy-by-design practices by reviewing solution designs, APIs, and data flows.
• Coordinate cybersecurity activities with client security teams to ensure alignment with national and organizational regulatory requirements.
• Support security testing and validation activities, including vulnerability assessments and penetration testing, and track remediation actions.
• Prepare security documentation, operational guidelines, and deliver briefings or workshops to project stakeholders.

Requirements

• Degree in computer science, information security, engineering, or a related technical discipline.
• Experience supporting cybersecurity activities for large-scale digital, platform, or enterprise solutions in infrastructure or utility environments.
• Working knowledge of cybersecurity concepts in Qatar, including risk assessment and security architecture.
• Understanding of security standards and frameworks such as ISO 27001 or NIST.
• Exposure to cloud platforms (Azure or AWS) and security considerations for APIs and integrations with OT/IoT, SCADA, and GIS platforms.
• Professional cybersecurity certifications such as CISSP, CISM, or CISA.
• Excellent communication and documentation skills with the ability to convey technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.
• Fluency in spoken and written English.

Preferred Qualifications

• Arabic language skills.
• Experience with Digital Twin, smart city, or data/analytics platforms.
• Experience working with national infrastructure owners or critical infrastructure operators.
• Cloud security certifications (e.g., Azure or AWS security credentials).

About the Company

Parsons is a digitally enabled solutions provider focused on creating the future of the defense, intelligence, and critical infrastructure markets. We deliver innovative solutions for complex challenges from Earth to outer space, fostering a culture that values people and encourages professional growth.