Senior IT Risk & Security Leader — Proactive Risk Architect

GSSTech Group; United Arab Emirates; On-site; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A technology organization in the United Arab Emirates is seeking an experienced professional to own IT Risk and Security Management. The successful candidate will establish a robust risk management framework and promote a proactive, risk-aware culture. Responsibilities include ensuring risk appetite is understood, engaging with senior leadership, and delivering risk reports. Ideal candidates possess relevant experience and certifications in IT Risk Management.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in IT Risk Management and Security Governance.
• Strong understanding of risk frameworks, controls, and mitigation strategies.
• Experience working with senior leadership and cross‑functional IT teams.

Responsibilities

• Ensure a comprehensive IT risk management framework is established.
• Promote an IT risk‑aware culture and empower teams.
• Deliver periodic risk profile reports to senior management.

Skills

IT Risk Management

Security Governance

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Reporting skills

Education

Professional certifications (CISA, CRISC, CISSP)

Job description

A technology organization in the United Arab Emirates is seeking an experienced professional to own IT Risk and Security Management. The successful candidate will establish a robust risk management framework and promote a proactive, risk-aware culture. Responsibilities include ensuring risk appetite is understood, engaging with senior leadership, and delivering risk reports. Ideal candidates possess relevant experience and certifications in IT Risk Management.