Head of Cyber Security - New Entity Setup

Jobs via eFinancialCareers; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 400,000 - 600,000; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious organization in Abu Dhabi is seeking a Head of Cyber Security to establish and oversee the cyber security framework from the ground up. The ideal candidate will have proven experience in leading strategic cyber security functions, vendor management, and hands-on experience in AI security. This executive role offers the chance to shape the entire cyber landscape and influence groundbreaking initiatives with significant funding.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a strategic cyber security leader, especially with new entities.
• Experience in managing complex vendor relationships and security services.
• Deep knowledge of cyber security frameworks and effective implementation skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead and define the cyber security strategy for the new entity.
• Design and manage the digital cyber security stack.
• Establish and implement robust cyber controls and governance.

Skills

Strategic cyber security leadership

Vendor management

Implementation of cyber controls

AI security expertise

Communication and stakeholder management

Job description

Head of Cyber Security - New Entity Setup

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About Our Client

We are seeking a highly experienced cyber security leader to establish and oversee all cyber affairs for a new entity from the ground up. This strategic role involves designing the entire cyber security posture and managing all vendor relationships.

Job Description

1. Strategic Cyber Leadership: Lead and define the overarching cyber security strategy and framework for the entire entity from its inception.
2. Digital Stack & Vendor Management: Design the complete digital cyber security stack and be responsible for the selection, onboarding, and ongoing management of all third-party security vendors and MSSPs. Note that an in-house operational team will not be built for execution.
3. Cyber Controls Ownership: Establish, implement, and maintain robust cyber controls and governance mechanisms to ensure high security resilience.
4. AI Security Specialisation: Drive the security strategy specifically for AI initiatives, ensuring secure development, deployment, and operation of AI-driven systems.

The Successful Applicant

1. Proven experience as a strategic cyber security leader (e.g., Head of Cyber, CISO, Cyber Security Director), especially with setting up "greenfield" cyber functions or for new entities.
2. Professional experience in the UAE, preferably Abu Dhabi.
3. Expertise in managing complex vendor relationships and outsourced security services.
4. Deep knowledge of cyber security frameworks, controls, and governance, with effective implementation skills.
5. Hands-on experience in AI security, including AI/ML vulnerabilities, data security in AI pipelines, and secure AI system design.
6. Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, capable of influencing at executive levels.
7. A proactive, forward-thinking, and problem-solving mindset, comfortable with autonomy and responsibility.

What's On Offer

Join a prestigious organisation in Abu Dhabi with significant funding and an ambitious growth mandate. You will have the autonomy to shape the entire cyber landscape, work with world-class vendors, and influence groundbreaking initiatives from day one.

Contact

Ian Pollington

Quote job ref: JN-072025-6798578

Additional Details

Seniority level: Executive

Employment type: Full-time

Job function: Information Technology

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