Head of Security

IDCMPS; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 279,000 - 446,400; Full time

Job summary

IDCMPS in Abu Dhabi is seeking a seasoned security manager to develop and implement comprehensive security policies, focusing on threat detection and incident management.

The ideal candidate should have a Bachelor's degree in a relevant field, relevant certifications, and a minimum of 15 years in senior security roles. Responsibilities include ensuring compliance with regulations and leading a team of security specialists. Benefits are provided as per client policy.

Qualifications

• Minimum 15 years in a senior security management role.
• Focus on platform security, risk management, and incident response.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement security policies aligned with industry standards.
• Oversee real-time threat monitoring and incident response activities.
• Ensure compliance with data protection regulations and conduct security audits.
• Maintain disaster recovery and business continuity plans.
• Lead and mentor a team of security specialists.

Skills

Expertise in cybersecurity frameworks

Threat detection

Incident management

Regulatory compliance

Leadership skills

Problem-solving skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Information Security

CISSP or CISM certification

Job description

Job Description

Security Strategy & Policy Development: Develop and implement comprehensive security policies, ensuring alignment with industry standards and best practices (ISO, NIST, etc.). Establish a security framework that includes risk assessments, vulnerability management, data encryption, and access control protocols. Regularly review and update the security posture to mitigate emerging threats and vulnerabilities.

Threat Detection & Incident Management: Oversee real‑time threat monitoring, detection, and response activities, ensuring timely resolution of security incidents. Lead the incident response team during security breaches, coordinating investigations, mitigating damages, and restoring operations. Conduct regular security drills and testing of incident response procedures to ensure readiness.

Compliance & Risk Management: Ensure compliance with legal, regulatory, and industry standards, including data protection regulations such as GDPR, and oversee security audits. Manage risk assessments to identify potential vulnerabilities, developing and implementing strategies to mitigate identified risks. Coordinate with legal and regulatory teams to ensure all security protocols meet compliance requirements.

Business Continuity & Disaster Recovery: Oversee the development and maintenance of disaster recovery and business continuity plans from a security perspective, ensuring platform resilience during incidents. Conduct regular reviews and updates to ensure that recovery objectives are met in the event of disruptions.

People Management: Lead and mentor a team of security specialists, fostering a security‑conscious culture across the organization. Develop training programs to improve security awareness and ensure that all employees adhere to security policies.

Requirements

• Education: Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Information Security, or a related field. CISSP, CISM, or equivalent security certification is mandatory.
• Skills & Competencies: Strong expertise in cybersecurity frameworks, threat detection, incident management, and regulatory compliance. Excellent leadership and problem‑solving skills.
• Experience: Minimum 15 years in a senior security management role, with a focus on platform security, risk management, and incident response.

Benefits

As per client policy