Job Purpose:

The Information Security – Assistant manager will work directly under head of Information Security and he/she will be responsible for enforcing Bank's information security policies and the coordination of information security efforts across the Bank. Working with IS management, the security officer will coordinate the process to build a Bank-wide information security strategy and vision. The security officer will also oversee the creation and maintenance of Bank's information security policy, leads security risk assessment efforts, and develop the security awareness and training programs. He or she will also advise and collaborate with various departments or units on chain of trust agreements, business continuity and disaster recovery plans, audit and governmental compliance practices.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Identify and develop areas where information security policies and procedures require creation or update; confer with management, developers, auditors, facilities and other business unit personnel to identify and security for data, software applications, hardware, telecommunications, and computer installations

• Implement and manage Microsoft Azure Security Products

• Integrate and assess cloud security applications

• Identify key security programs and coordinate with various departments and branches must be involved in building a comprehensive information security program.

• Provide guidance and advocacy regarding prioritization of infrastructure that impact security.

• Develop, publish, and maintain comprehensive bank wide information privacy and security strategy, plans, policy, procedures, and guidelines.

• Act as ombudsman for disputes, requests for exceptions, and complaints regarding bank wide information systems security policy, practices, and related issues.

• Act as the primary control point during significant information security incidents.

• Provide risk assessment and security briefings related to security issues; manage IT security awareness and training programs and activities and advise resource owners on formation of appropriate security policies.

• Conduct periodic assessments and regular monitoring of information security controls and practices to ensure compliance with NESA requirements.

• Manage the development, implementation, and maintenance of Bank's information security policy, standards, and guidelines

• Work with head of Information Security on Bank's Internal Audit to ensure that departments consider information security risks in both ongoing and planned operations.

• Monitor information security trends internal and external to the Bank and keep IS management informed about information security-related issues and activities affecting the Bank.

• Understand potential threats, vulnerabilities, and control techniques and communicate the information to IT system & network administrators.

• Assist Banks departments or units as necessary to investigate security breaches and pursue associated disciplinary and legal matters.

• Assist the head of IS to maintain relationship with local and UAE federal law enforcement and other related government agencies.

• Work with Internal Audit, the IS management and outside consultants as appropriate on required security audits.

• Work on the development and enforcement of information security and privacy policies in compliance with UAE federal Law regulations and standards.

• Consult with Internal Departments & Branches on information security

• Monitor and report on Bank's information security activities and compliance

• Other duties may be assigned. Internal Systems.

• Assist & oversee the internal Information Security of the Bank. Communication

• Ensure department is well informed, at all times, of changes and newsworthy events within IS dept and Bank.

• Effectively communicate relevant Information Security related information to Head of IS department.

• Handle difficult personnel situations directly, using appropriate discretion, HR advice, and respect for the individual. Management

• Ensure new operations plans, policies, procedures, and transition/migration plans are consistent with the overall bank's goals and objectives.

• Serve as focal point for all the Information Security related matters Bank wide.

• Hold responsibility for all Information Security on a bank-wide basis. Client Management

• Communicate effectively with internal clients to identify needs and evaluate alternative business solutions and strategies.

• Continually define ways to increase internal client satisfaction and deepen client relationships.

• Maintain lasting internal client relationships through Service Level Agreements. (SLAs).

• Ensure practice delivers superior solutions to internal clients.

• Provides senior level resolution to internal client issues. Internal Operations

• Review Security aspects for all the IT projects and handle issues as appropriate.

• Lend expertise to internal teams and task forces.

• Enforce & implement standard banks policies and procedures related to IT functions.

• Adhere to internal security policies and procedures.

Education:

• Bachelors or Master's Degree in computers or information systems .

Professional / Technical Qualifications / Diplomas:

• Cyber Security Products Training and Certifications

• Cisco Certifications

• Microsoft Certifications

• CISA/CISSP certification

Experience:

• 5 - 7 years experience in related industry.

Other Skills Required for the Job:

• In-depth knowledge and understanding of information security and technology infrastructure.

• In-depth experiences in NESA requirements Implementation.

• Security Experiences in Cloud Apps and Microsoft Azure Products implementation.

• In-depth experiences in developing information security policies in line with NESA Requirements • Analytical ability and out of box (innovative) thinking.

• Excellent communication skills. (Should be able to communicate with non-IS users as well).

• Flexibility in handling tasks (multi-tasking).

• Software Development Life Cycle experience.

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