Senior Manager – Risk Consulting, Digital Risk, Resilience, Technology

Jobtailor; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 320,000 - 520,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobtailor is seeking a senior IT risk consultant in Abu Dhabi to evaluate and enhance clients’ businesses, focusing on technology-driven risk and changes in processes. You will provide guidance on complex risk issues and participate in Digital Risk-related procedures.

You'll maintain client relationships, manage engagements, advise on Digital Risk matters, and collaborate with EY account teams on business development across sectors, building trusted-advisor status.

Qualifications

• 12–15 years of relevant IT risk consulting experience or senior executive in related fields.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate and enhance clients’ businesses, focusing on risks arising from technology developments and changes in business and operational processes.

Skills

Digital Risk Management

IT Risk Consulting

Project Management

Client Relationship Management

CISA Certification

Education

Master's degree in computer science, information systems or related discipline

Degree in business, accounting, or finance with additional IT qualifications

Tools

Emerging Technologies

Mobile Technology

Technology Asset Management

Job description

• Evaluate and enhance clients’ businesses, focusing on risks arising from technology developments and changes in business and operational processes
• Provide guidance and knowledge on complex, judgemental, and specialized technology risk issues
• Participate in performing Digital Risk-related procedures
• Demonstrate understanding of emerging technologies, complex information systems, and clients’ businesses and industries
• Maintain and enhance relationships with client management
• Manage engagement expectations, successful closure, and timely collections
• Advise clients on Digital Risk matters
• Work with EY account teams and partners on business development activities across sectors
• Build strong client relationships and become a trusted advisor
• Manage projects and inspire teamwork and accountability
• Use current technology and tools to improve work products and services
• Coach and develop teams and colleagues
• Identify and manage business development opportunities

Requirements

• Proven track record of success in the MENA/GCC region with key clients and industry sectors
• A master’s degree in computer science, information systems or a related discipline; alternatively, a degree in business, accounting, or finance with additional IT qualifications
• 12–15 years of relevant experience working as an IT risk consultant for a professional services or public accounting firm, or as a senior executive in a technology, financial services, or telecom company, or comparable IT/IS expert experience
• Relevant experience in areas including Digital Risk Management, Business Continuity Management, IT Disaster Recovery Management, Crisis Management, Third Party Risk Management, Technology Compliance Management, Technology Asset Management, Mobile Technology, emerging technologies, ERP controls, technical controls management, data analytics, IT/business process and controls management, IT/IS internal audit, and/or third-party reporting
• Strong project management, team management, and client service skills
• Strong analytical, interpersonal, and communication skills
• Willingness to travel to meet client needs
• CISA, CBCP, CISSP, IRM, CISM, and/or CIA certification is stated as essential for long-term growth; other relevant certifications, credentials, or experience may be acceptable

Core Competencies

Demonstrates expertise in Digital Risk Management, IT Risk Consulting, and project management, with a strong focus on client relationship building and business development in the MENA/GCC region. Possesses advanced knowledge of emerging technologies and their impact on business processes and risk management.

Highest-signal resume keywords

• Digital Risk Management
• IT Risk Consulting
• Project Management
• Client Relationship Management
• CISA Certification

Hard Skills

• Digital Risk Management
• IT Risk Consulting
• Business Continuity Management
• Crisis Management
• Data Analytics
• IT Disaster Recovery Management
• Technology Compliance Management
• ERP Controls
• Technical Controls Management
• IT/IS Internal Audit

Soft Skills

• Analytical Skills
• Interpersonal Skills
• Communication Skills
• Team Management
• Client Service Skills

Certifications & Qualifications

• CISA
• CBCP
• CISSP
• IRM
• CISM
• CIA

Industry Keywords

• MENA Region
• GCC Region
• Professional Services
• Public Accounting
• Financial Services
• Telecom

Tools & Technologies

• Emerging Technologies
• Mobile Technology
• Technology Asset Management