Cyber Security Officer

Role overview

Requirements and qualifications

• Minimum 5–6 years of relevant experience in cybersecurity, information security, IT security, or a similar role.
• Bachelor’s degree in Cybersecurity, Information Security, Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.
• Strong knowledge of Qatar Central Bank cybersecurity requirements and regulatory obligations.
• Experience developing and maintaining cybersecurity policies, frameworks, and risk registers.
• Experience working with IT teams to implement and monitor security controls.
• Strong knowledge of information security risk management and incident response.
• Excellent communication and reporting skills, including presenting risks and recommendations to senior management.
• Knowledge of ISO 27001, NIST, CIS, or equivalent cybersecurity frameworks.

Key responsibilities

• Develop and maintain the information and cybersecurity framework, strategy, policies, and procedures.
• Identify, assess, and monitor cybersecurity risks, vulnerabilities, and control gaps; maintain the risk register and track remediation.
• Collaborate with IT teams to implement technical and security controls.
• Oversee cybersecurity monitoring, incident response, investigation, recovery, and escalation.
• Review security requirements for new systems, technology changes, cloud services, and digital initiatives.
• Assess security risks associated with vendors, outsourced services, and third parties.
• Oversee information classification, data protection, and secure handling of sensitive information.
• Develop and deliver employee cybersecurity awareness and training.
• Prepare and present risk, incident, compliance, and program-status reports to the CEO and relevant committees.
• Ensure compliance with Qatar Central Bank requirements and other applicable standards.
• Conduct periodic reviews and recommend improvements to the organization’s cybersecurity posture.