Senior Information Security Manager – Banking (NESA)

Tanqeeb; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 180,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

Tanqeeb is seeking an Information Security Manager for UAE operations. The role requires 10–12 years in information security, with strong governance and policy development experience aligned to UAE NESA requirements.

You will lead security initiatives in a banking/financial environment, manage multiple projects, and communicate effectively with senior non-technical stakeholders. CISM/CRISC/CISA/CISSP certifications are preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• CISM/CRISC/CISA/CISSP certification.
• 10–12 years of information security experience.
• Experience in banking/financial sector and regulatory environments.
• Knowledge of UAE IA/NESA requirements.
• Strong governance, risk and compliance (GRC) experience.
• Excellent communication with non‑technical stakeholders.
• Ability to manage multiple security projects simultaneously.

Responsibilities

• Lead information security management for UAE operations.
• Oversee governance, risk assessments, and policy alignment with UAE/NESA.
• Manage security projects across technology, digital, and infrastructure.
• Coordinate with IT, Risk, Audit, Compliance, PMO and external parties.
• Ensure compliance with PCI DSS, SWIFT CSP, VAPT and regulatory assessments.
• Remediate audit/regulatory findings and ensure closure.

Skills

Information security

NESA requirements

Policy development

Communication

Adaptability

Multi-tasking

Education

Bachelor’s degree

CISM/ CRISC CISA/CISSP certification

Job description

Tanqeeb is seeking an Information Security Manager for UAE operations. The role requires 10–12 years in information security, with strong governance and policy development experience aligned to UAE NESA requirements.

You will lead security initiatives in a banking/financial environment, manage multiple projects, and communicate effectively with senior non-technical stakeholders. CISM/CRISC/CISA/CISSP certifications are preferred.