Cybersecurity Strategy & Operations Leader

Beyond Group; United Arab Emirates; On-site; AED 400,000 - 700,000; Full time

Job summary

OMNIYAT is seeking a Senior Manager – Cybersecurity to lead the Group's security strategy, frameworks and operating model. You will direct security operations, assess risks, manage SIEM/EDR/DLP/IAM tools, and drive security awareness across the organization.

The role requires 12–15 years of cybersecurity experience in the GCC, with at least 3 years in a leadership position and relevant certifications. Based in the UAE, you will collaborate with executive leadership to protect critical assets.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or Information Technology.
• CISSP, CISM, CEH or ISO 27001 Lead/LA certifications strongly preferred.
• 12–15 years of cybersecurity experience in GCC, with at least 3 years in a leadership role.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Group's cybersecurity strategy, frameworks and operating model.
• Direct security operations including SOC, threat detection and incident response.
• Establish enterprise security policies, standards and controls.
• Drive risk assessments, vulnerability management and penetration testing programmes.
• Manage cybersecurity tools and platforms including SIEM, EDR, DLP and IAM.
• Drive cybersecurity reporting and dashboards to leadership and audit committees.

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science / IT

Job description

OMNIYAT is seeking a Senior Manager – Cybersecurity to lead the Group's security strategy, frameworks and operating model. You will direct security operations, assess risks, manage SIEM/EDR/DLP/IAM tools, and drive security awareness across the organization.

The role requires 12–15 years of cybersecurity experience in the GCC, with at least 3 years in a leadership position and relevant certifications. Based in the UAE, you will collaborate with executive leadership to protect critical assets.