Information Technology Governance Manager

Dautom; Sharjah; On-site; AED 300,000 - 480,000; Full time

Job summary

Dautom specializes in IT consulting and digital transformation. The company is seeking an IT GRC Manager to work onsite in Sharjah, accountable for enterprise risk management, IT governance and compliance across the organization.

The role requires leading RCSA processes, guiding on technology risk treatment, and reporting KRIs to measure control effectiveness, with emphasis on ISO standards adoption and policy documentation. Immediate start is preferred.

Qualifications

• Experience implementing enterprise risk management objectives.
• Knowledge of Risk & Control Self-Assessment (RCSA) processes.
• Ability to provide technology risk management guidance and risk treatment options.
• Experience reporting Key Risk Indicators (KRIs).

Responsibilities

• Implement enterprise risk management objectives and mandates.
• Establish, manage and review the Risk & Control Self-Assessment process.
• Provide technology leadership risk management guidance and risk treatment options to reduce technology risks.
• Manage the development and reporting of Key Risk Indicators to measure the controls effectiveness.
• Ensures IT Risks adequate reporting and escalation is in place.
• Interface and represent IT department in Operational Risk Management engagements and forums.
• Drives information risk awareness within the IT Division.
• Conduct risk assessments to minimize residual risk to align with the target risk appetite.
• Provide strategic direction, tactical management, emergency planning, disaster recovery strategies and operational analysis of cyber, fraud, and security threats faced by the organization.
• Maintain IT Policies, standards and Procedure, guidelines documentation. Conduct processes gap Analysis against best practices.
• Designs, implement, manage, review and continually improve the adoption of International Standard Systems (ISO) for ITD.
• Plan and Manage IT Awareness programs related to IT processes, Governance and Compliance
• Deliver ITD periodic performance reports to management.
• Represents the Division on IT Governance and Compliance matters internally and externally in alignment with company processes communication practices (NESA, PCI, UAE CB, and CPR).
• Oversight and coordinate across the Audit, Compliance and Processes management within ITD.

Skills

Risk management

GRC leadership

ISO controls

KRIs reporting

Disaster recovery

Policy development

Education

Bachelor's degree in IT or related field

Job description

Client Introduction

In this role, you will collaborate closely with one of our esteemed clients—a globally recognized leader in their industry, distinguished by their commitment to excellence, innovation, and delivering exceptional value. As a trusted IT consulting partner, Dautom is supporting their strategic initiatives by connecting them with exceptional talent to drive business growth and transformation.

Job Role: IT GRC Manager

Work Location: Onsite - Sharjah

Notice Period: Immediate – 30 Days

1. Implement enterprise risk management objectives and mandates.


2. Establish, manage and review the Risk & Control Self-Assessment process.


3. Provide technology leadership risk management guidance and risk treatment options to reduce technology risks.


4. Manage the development and reporting of Key Risk Indicators to measure the controls effectiveness.


5. Ensures IT Risks adequate reporting and escalation is in place


6. Interface and represent IT department in Operational Risk Management engagements and forums.


7. Drives information risk awareness within the IT Division.


8. Conduct risk assessments to minimize residual risk to align with the target risk appetite.


9. Provide strategic direction, tactical management, emergency planning, disaster recovery strategies and operational analysis of cyber, fraud, and security threats faced by the organization.


10. Maintain IT Policies, standards and Procedure, guidelines documentation. Conduct processes gap Analysis against best practices.


11. Designs, implement, manage, review and continually improve the adoption of International Standard Systems (ISO) for ITD.


12. Plan and Manage IT Awareness programs related to IT processes, Governance and Compliance


13. Deliver ITD periodic performance reports to management.


14. Represents the Division on IT Governance and Compliance matters internally and externally in alignment with company processes communication practices (NESA, PCI, UAE CB, and CPR).


15. Oversight and coordinate across the Audit, Compliance and Processes management within ITD.

About Dautom

Dautom is a globally recognized IT consulting and technology services organization committed to enabling digital transformation through innovation, expertise, and a people-centric approach.

We partner with leading organizations across industries to accelerate business growth by delivering exceptional talent, strategic IT consulting services, and innovative technology solutions. With a strong global presence and deep industry expertise, Dautom empowers businesses to enhance operational excellence, embrace digital evolution, and achieve sustainable success.