PMO Information Security

Vsidxb123@@; Dubai; On-site; AED 220,000 - 420,000; Full time

Job summary

Valuesoft Dubai is seeking an experienced Project Manager - Information Security to oversee information security and data protection projects for a UAE-based client.

The role requires strong project management, cybersecurity, risk management, and stakeholder management within the BFSI sector, with hands-on leadership of security initiatives and SDLC processes.

Qualifications

• Engineering degree required with 6+ years in Information Security/Data Protection project management in BFSI.
• Hands-on experience leading information security projects.
• Proficiency in security architecture and design principles.
• Experience in threat assessments, SDLC, firewalls, data protection, vulnerability scanning, and application security.
• Expertise in information security standards (ISO 27001, PCI DSS, UAE IAS, SWIFT CSP, GDPR, UAE Data Protection).
• Strong knowledge of information security, data protection, banking/IT systems.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day information security project requirements using Agile and Waterfall methodologies (scope, schedule, budget, resources).
• Collaborate with IT and PMO to define and implement information security requirements aligned with policies.
• Identify, assess, and manage project risks and issues proactively.
• Support EPMO and IT PMs in backlog management, requirements gathering, and prioritization.
• Ensure applications and technology comply with security policies and regulatory requirements while maintaining strong risk controls.
• Drive measurable control improvements with IT, security, and business teams.
• Provide guidance on risk management and security controls to stakeholders.
• Coordinate with Contracts, Vendor Management, Compliance to ensure third-party security requirements.
• Lead and oversee project budgets, staffing, and contracting; manage external vendors and auditors during assessments.

Skills

Project management

Cybersecurity

Risk management

Stakeholder management

Regulatory compliance

Communication skills

Analytical thinking

Education

Engineering Degree

Tools

MS Project

SharePoint

JIRA

Asana

Job description

Valuesoft Dubai is seeking an experienced Project Manager - Information Security to manage information security and data protection projects for a UAE-based client. The role requires strong project management, cybersecurity, risk management, and stakeholder management experience within the BFSI domain.

• Engineering Degree with 6+ years of experience in Information Security and Data Protection Project Management in the BFSI sector.
• Hands-on experience leading information security and cybersecurity projects.
• Proficiency in application and technology security architecture and design principles.
• Experience in cyber threat assessments, software development life cycle (SDLC), firewalls, data protection, vulnerability scanning, and application security.
• Demonstrated expertise in technology and application risk and control management.
• Expertise in Information Security and Data Protection standards, including ISO 27001, PCI DSS, UAE IAS, SWIFT CSP, GDPR, and UAE Data Protection regulations.
• Strong knowledge of Information Security, Data Protection, Banking systems, and IT systems.
• Ability to facilitate both technical and business discussions.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office, MS Project, SharePoint, JIRA, Asana, and other project management tools.
• Professional certifications such as CISA, CISM, CISSP, PRINCE2, PMP, RMP, Agile PM, and PMI-ACP are preferred.

Skills

Manage day-to-day information security project requirements using Agile and Waterfall methodologies, including scope, schedule, budget, and resource management.

• Collaborate with IT and PMO stakeholders to define and implement information security requirements in line with organizational security policies.
• Identify, assess, and proactively manage project risks and issues.
• Support EPMO and IT Project Managers in backlog management, requirement gathering, and project prioritization.
• Ensure business applications and technology solutions comply with information security policies and regulatory requirements while maintaining a strong risk and control environment.
• Drive measurable and sustainable control improvements by working closely with Information Security, EPMO, IT, and business teams.
• Provide guidance to business, product, and technology stakeholders on risk management and security controls.
• Promote a proactive culture of risk awareness and continuous control enhancement.
• Coordinate with Contracts, Vendor Management, Compliance, and business teams to ensure third-party agreements meet information security requirements.
• Lead and oversee project budgets, staffing, and contracting activities.
• Manage external vendors and auditors during assessments and review activities.