Officer - IT Security Compliance

IHA Forum; Dubai; On-site; AED 100,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading energy company in Dubai seeks an experienced professional to establish and monitor IT security policies and compliance measures. This role involves developing security frameworks, conducting audits, and ensuring adherence to regulatory standards. A Bachelor's degree and at least 6 years of relevant experience are preferred. Candidates will engage with third-party service providers and promote a culture of security awareness across the organization.

Qualifications

• 6+ years of experience in security and compliance management.
• Strong understanding of operating systems and networks.
• 4 years of experience may be acceptable for exceptional candidates.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement IT security policies and frameworks.
• Monitor and audit IT systems for compliance.
• Coordinate incident response and documentation.

Skills

IT security management

Compliance auditing

Incident response

Security policy development

Vulnerability assessment

Education

Bachelor's degree in computer science or related field

Job description

The purpose of this role is to establish and monitor IT security policies and compliance measures within the organization, ensuring that all IT operations adhere to regulatory requirements and internal standards.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement IT security policies and compliance frameworks.
• Monitor the implementation and configuration of security aspects of the IT infrastructure.
• Oversee the management of outsourced security services and ensure compliance with contractual obligations.
• Perform regular security audits of IT systems and infrastructure to identify vulnerabilities and ensure compliance with established security policies and standards.
• Develop and implement assessment methodologies to evaluate the effectiveness of security controls and compliance measures.
• Lead investigations into security incidents, breaches, or non-compliance issues, documenting findings and recommending corrective actions.
• Coordinate with relevant teams to respond to security incidents, ensuring timely resolution and minimal impact on operations.
• Assist in the development and maintenance of IT security policies, procedures, and guidelines to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and industry best practices.
• Ensure that all IT staff are aware of and adhere to security policies and procedures.
• Manage relationships with third-party security service providers, ensuring that they meet contractual obligations and compliance requirements.
• Collaborate with vendors to enhance security measures, including the implementation of security information and event management (SIEM) solutions.
• Prepare and present detailed audit reports, compliance assessments, and incident investigation findings to the CIO and other stakeholders.
• Maintain comprehensive documentation of security policies, procedures, audit results, and compliance activities for reference and regulatory purposes.
• Develop and deliver training programs to educate employees about IT security policies, compliance requirements, and best practices.
• Promote a culture of security awareness within the organization, ensuring that all employees understand their role in maintaining security.

Qualifications & Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, information technology, or a related field is preferred.
• A minimum of 6 years’ experience in security and compliance management with a strong understanding of operating systems and networks
• A minimum of 4 years of experience may be considered exceptional for candidates of high caliber.

Job Info

• Job Identification 10371
• Job Category Professional
• Posting Date 03/03/2026, 06:32 AM
• Locations Emirates General Petroleum Corporation, Dubai, 9400, AE
• Apply Before 03/13/2026, 06:32 AM
• Job Schedule Full time
• Job Shift Day

About Us

Emarat is a multi-channel power and energy company with a much-loved network of service stations and fuel depots across Dubai and the Northern Emirates. We meet the day-to-day petrol and LPG needs of millions of people while also helping to keep the engines of Industry running with fleet solutions, aviation fuel and commercial fuel services.

The Emarat brand has earned its reputation for providing great value and high-quality products and services – which is why you can expect the expected, every time.

Our network spans right across the north of the UAE, from Dubai to Ajman, and from Fujairah to Sharjah, plus many other locations in between. Service and quality are incredibly important to us, which is why we are proud to provide our customers with high-quality fuel, lubricants, state-of-the-art car washing facilities, best-in-class terminalling, bulk fuel logistics and great franchise opportunities for ambitious businesses.

Oh, and we also serve superb freshly-ground Arabicca coffee for anybody with a taste for the real thing.

All our colleagues – from the barista to the car mechanic – are fully trained in how to deliver great customer service. We operate ethically and to the highest international and national HSE standards, making sure that employees, customers and business partners are happy and safe at Emarat.

About the Team

Emirates General Petroleum Corporation, Emarat, serves millions of customers across Dubai and the Northern Emirates and Dubai with great value, high-quality fuel at modern service stations. We serve the nation’s businesses across multiple industries, including hospitality, construction, aviation and real estate with a wide range of commercial fuels and lubricants.

In addition, we distribute to our residential customers from our LPG bottling plants in the Jebel Ali Free Zone and our new distribution centre in Al Qusais, ensuring that residents across Dubai and further afield are never far away from a fast and reliable source of power. Through our modern, best-in-class terminals at Jebel Ali, Fujairah and Ras Al Khaimah, we lease the latest, high-quality fuel storage and distribution facilities.

Across the entire Emarat network, from our service stations, terminals and to your doorstep, everything we do is driven by customer happiness.