General Overview:

Intelligent Solutions have been mandated by a leading Financial Institution for a VP - IT Risk / Cyber Security in Dubai, UAE. In this role you will be responsible for overseeing all aspects of IT risk management and audit management within the organization. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of Information Technology, Cyber Security, Risk Assessment Methodologies, and regulatory compliance standards.

Key Responsibilities:

Developing and implementing IT risk management strategies to identify, assess, and mitigate potential risks to the organization's IT systems and data.
Establishing and maintaining IT risk governance frameworks to ensure alignment with business objectives, compliance with regulations, and effective decision-making processes.
Monitoring and reporting on key risk indicators, compliance metrics, and security performance to senior management and relevant stakeholders.
Continuously improving the organization's IT risk, governance, and security posture through regular reviews, updates, and enhancements to policies and procedures.
Conduct comprehensive risk assessments of IT systems, infrastructure, and processes.
Develop and implement risk mitigation strategies and controls to minimize IT-related risks and vulnerabilities.
Develop and enforce IT policies and procedures to promote compliance, security, and best practices across the organization.
Coordinate and support internal and external audits of IT systems and controls.
Establish and maintain data governance frameworks and practices to ensure the quality, integrity, and security of organizational data.
Leading the implementation of security measures to protect the organization's IT infrastructure, network, and data from cyber threats and breaches.
Establish and maintain effective vendor risk management processes and controls.
Develop and maintain incident response plans and business continuity/disaster recovery strategies for IT systems and infrastructure.
Coordinate response efforts during security incidents and other emergencies.
Develop and deliver training programs to enhance IT risk management, and compliance awareness across the organization.

Skills & Requirements:

15+ years of relevant experience, ideally in a Banking or, a comparable professional services organization, or a legal information services provider.
Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Business Administration, or related field; master's degree or professional certification (e.g., CISA, CISSP, and CRISC) preferred.
Proven experience in IT risk management, audit, and compliance within a complex organizational environment.
In-depth knowledge of IT governance frameworks, such as COBIT, ISO 270001, NIST Cybersecurity Framework, and ITIL.
Strong analytical skills with the ability to assess complex IT systems and processes and identify potential risks and control deficiencies.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively engage and influence stakeholders at all levels of the organization.
Demonstrated leadership abilities, including the ability to lead cross-functional teams and drive initiatives to successful completion.
Detail-oriented with strong organizational and analytical skills.
Excellent written communication skills.
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite or related software.

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