Company Description
At MYNE, we are dedicated to improving financial well-being and protecting wealth. Our platform focuses on tracking, managing, expanding, and safeguarding assets through seamless integration of various financial accounts and investments. We also provide estate planning services to secure our clients' futures with expert wealth planners simplifying the process.
Job Title: Data Protection Consultant
Location: Dubai, UAE
Company: Myne
About Us: At MYNE, we are dedicated to improving financial well-being and protecting wealth. Our platform focuses on tracking, managing, expanding, and safeguarding assets through seamless integration of various financial accounts and investments. We also provide estate planning services to secure our clients' futures with expert wealth planners simplifying the process.
Role Overview: We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Data Protection Consultant to join our team at Myne. As a key member of our team, you will play a crucial role in ensuring the security and privacy of our users' data. This is an exciting opportunity to work in a dynamic fintech environment, where your expertise will directly impact the safety and trust of our innovative financial platform.
Key Responsibilities:
- Data Privacy & Cybersecurity: Develop, implement, and maintain comprehensive data protection strategies to ensure compliance with data privacy regulations, particularly DIFC and ADGM data protection laws.
- Information Security: Identify, evaluate, and mitigate data security risks, ensuring that our systems are safeguarded against potential threats and vulnerabilities.
- Consulting: Provide expert advice on data protection best practices and strategies to internal teams and external stakeholders.
- Policy Development: Draft and refine data protection policies, procedures, and guidelines to align with industry standards and regulatory requirements.
- Training & Awareness: Conduct training sessions to promote data protection awareness across the organization, ensuring all employees are informed about their responsibilities.
- Incident Management: Lead data breach investigations and response efforts, ensuring timely and effective resolution of security incidents.
- Regulatory Compliance: Stay abreast of emerging data protection laws and regulations, ensuring Myne’s compliance and advising on necessary adjustments.
- Stakeholder Communication: Present findings, strategies, and recommendations to senior management and stakeholders, effectively communicating complex security concepts in an accessible manner.
Qualifications:
- Education: Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Information Security, Computer Science, or a related field.
- Experience:
- Proven experience in data protection, cybersecurity, or information security, preferably within the financial industry.
- Prior experience working with DIFC, ADGM companies, or startups is highly desirable.
- Familiarity with DIFC & ADGM data protection laws.
- Skills:
- Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities with a detail-oriented mindset.
- Excellent communication and presentation skills, capable of explaining complex technical issues to non-technical stakeholders.
- Certifications: Professional certifications such as CISSP, CISM, CIPP, or equivalent in data protection or cybersecurity.
- Tech Experience: Experience working on startup and tech projects, with a strong understanding of the unique challenges faced in fast-paced, innovative environments.
What We Offer:
- Competitive salary and benefits package.
- An opportunity to work in a cutting-edge fintech company that is revolutionizing the financial well-being sector.
- A collaborative and inclusive work environment that fosters professional growth and development.
- The chance to be part of a startup with a clear strategic roadmap, offering long-term growth opportunities.
