Digital Governance Specialist - COBIT

Job Title: Digital Governance Specialist

Location: Onsite - Riyadh
Experience Required: Minimum 5 Years
Employment Type: Full-Time 
Number of Positions: 2

Role Overview

We are seeking experienced Digital Governance Specialists to support a governmental project focused on implementing robust digital governance and compliance frameworks. The ideal candidates will have strong expertise in governance models, particularly COBIT, and the ability to align IT processes with regulatory and organizational standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and implement digital governance frameworks aligned with industry best practices, especially COBIT

• Ensure compliance with regulatory, legal, and organizational policies

• Develop governance policies, procedures, and control mechanisms

• Conduct assessments and audits to evaluate governance maturity

• Collaborate with stakeholders to align IT strategy with business objectives

• Identify risks and recommend mitigation strategies within governance frameworks

• Provide guidance on governance tools, standards, and methodologies

• Support documentation, reporting, and continuous improvement initiatives

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Computer Science, or a related field

• Minimum 5 years of relevant experience in digital governance, IT compliance, or related domains

• Strong knowledge and hands-on experience with COBIT framework

• Understanding of IT governance, risk management, and compliance principles

• Excellent analytical, documentation, and stakeholder management skills

Preferred Skills

• Experience working on government or large enterprise projects

• Familiarity with other frameworks such as ITIL, ISO 27001, or NIST

• Strong communication and presentation abilities

• Ability to work in both onsite and offshore delivery models