Head of Cyber Security
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Director of Cyber Security (UAE National) Location: Dubai, UAE Key Responsibilities Develop and implement the organization's cyber security strategy, standards, and governance framework.
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Key Responsibilities
- Develop and implement the organization's cyber security strategy, standards, and governance framework.
- Lead infrastructure security engineering, ensuring security solutions effectively protect enterprise systems and networks.
- Establish and oversee vulnerability management processes, including vulnerability assessments, patch management, encryption, and security controls.
- Lead Security Operations Center (SOC) governance and ensure effective 24/7 security monitoring and incident response.
- Manage cyber security incidents, investigations, root cause analysis, and continuous improvement initiatives.
- Assess cyber risks and implement appropriate mitigation strategies while supporting Business Continuity Management (BCM) and emergency response planning.
- Develop, review, and maintain cyber security policies, procedures, and compliance frameworks.
- Lead and develop a high-performing cyber security team through coaching, performance management, and talent development.
- Partner with business and technology stakeholders to ensure security is embedded across digital transformation and technology projects.
- Promote a culture of security awareness, innovation, quality, sustainability, and continuous improvement.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's or Master's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Cyber Security, or a related discipline.
- Relevant industry-recognized cyber security certifications (e.g., CISSP, CISM, CISA, CCSP, GIAC, or equivalent).
Experience & Skills
- 7ā9 years of progressive experience in cyber security, including leadership responsibilities.
- Strong knowledge of cyber security frameworks, security operations, vulnerability management, incident response, risk management, and infrastructure security.
- Excellent leadership, stakeholder management, communication, and decision-making skills.
- Proficiency in English; Arabic is an advantage.
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