Information Security Governance Manager- Banking

Tanqeeb; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 350,000 - 550,000; Full time

Job summary

Tanqeeb is seeking an Information Security Manager to lead enterprise-wide security initiatives in the UAE with a focus on governance, risk, and regulatory compliance. The role requires deep knowledge of information security and the ability to interact with senior stakeholders without technical jargon.

The ideal candidate will have 10–12 years in information security within the banking/financial sector, UAE IA/NESA experience, and certifications such as CISM/CRISC/CISA/CISSP.

Qualifications

• 10–12 years of information security experience in banking/financial sector.
• Hands-on UAE IA/NESA experience including implementation, assessments and policy/control alignment.
• Certifications such as CISM, CRISC, CISA and/or CISSP preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead information security governance, risk management, and compliance programs across the organization.
• Oversee policies, standards, risk assessments, risk registers, and remediation efforts.
• Manage PCI DSS, SWIFT CSP, VAPT, and regulatory/security assessments and audit findings.

Skills

InfoSec knowledge

NESA requirements

Policy development

Creative thinking

Communication skills

Adaptability to IT landscape

Multi-tasking

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Job description

Job Description

We are currently looking for Information Security - Manager our UAE operations with the following terms & conditions.

Education Level Required

• Bachelor’s degree

Professional / Technical Qualifications / Diplomas

• CISM/ CRISC CISA/CISSP certification

Experience: 10 - 12 years’ experience in related industry

Skills Required for the Job

• In-depth knowledge and understanding of information security and technology infrastructure.
• In-depth experiences in NESA requirements Implementation
• In-depth experiences in developing information security policies in line with NESA Requirements
• Creative thinking – able to look at alternatives and consider new ways building a conceptual framework on solving the problem.
• Great communication skills. Should be able to communicate with senior nontechnical users without using technical language.
• Ability to adapt to a fast-moving IT landscape and keep pace with latest thinking and new security technologies.
• Multi-tasking – can manage several concurrent projects and prioritize demands.

Responsibilities

• Strong Information Security experience within the banking/financial sector – this is a key requirement, considering the exposure needed to various banking systems, regulatory requirements and the volume of concurrent activities.
• Around 10–12 years of relevant Information/Cyber Security experience, with appropriate Manager-level responsibilities.
• Strong Information Security Governance/GRC experience covering policies, standards, risk assessments, risk registers, risk acceptance/exceptions and compliance.
• Hands-on experience with UAE IA/NESA, including implementation, assessments and policy/control alignment.
• Experience managing PCI DSS, SWIFT CSP, VAPT and regulatory/security assessments.
• Proven experience managing audit/regulatory findings through remediation and validated closure.
• Experience acting as the Information Security lead for major technology, digital, cloud, infrastructure and application projects.
• Ability to manage multiple security/regulatory projects simultaneously and coordinate effectively with IT, Business, Risk, Audit, Compliance, PMO and external parties.
• Relevant professional certification(s), preferably CISM, CRISC, CISA and/or CISSP.

Terms and conditions

• Joining time frame: 30 Days