Senior Portfolio Cybersecurity Leader - Governance & Risk

Consultz; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 450,000 - 600,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading cybersecurity consultancy in Abu Dhabi is seeking a seasoned Information Security Leader to drive cybersecurity strategy across their investment portfolio. Responsibilities include establishing a governance framework, leading the Information Assurance team, and developing cybersecurity policies. The ideal candidate should have a background in information security with experience in managing transformation initiatives and a strong knowledge of regulations such as ISO 27001. Competitive benefits offered.

Qualifications

• Minimum 15 years of experience in information security, with proven leadership in transformation and governance roles.
• Strong knowledge of UAE Information Assurance Standards and global cybersecurity regulations.
• Demonstrated experience managing complex cybersecurity transformation initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Establish and maintain a group-level information security governance framework.
• Lead the Portfolio Information Assurance team ensuring cybersecurity goals align with organizational strategy.
• Develop, implement, and enforce cybersecurity policies and standards across portfolio entities.

Skills

Leadership in cybersecurity

Cybersecurity risk management

GRC platforms familiarity

Strategic vision

Stakeholder engagement

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Information Security or related discipline

Tools

ISO 27001

NIST standards

Job description

A leading cybersecurity consultancy in Abu Dhabi is seeking a seasoned Information Security Leader to drive cybersecurity strategy across their investment portfolio. Responsibilities include establishing a governance framework, leading the Information Assurance team, and developing cybersecurity policies. The ideal candidate should have a background in information security with experience in managing transformation initiatives and a strong knowledge of regulations such as ISO 27001. Competitive benefits offered.