The Information Security Risk Assessment Manager is responsible for managing the enterprise-wide cybersecurity risk management program. This role entails conducting threat modeling, developing and maintaining risk assessment methodologies, and playing a critical role in identifying and assessing cybersecurity risks to protect the organization's information assets.
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Key Responsibilities:
- Conduct detailed, risk-based Cybersecurity Risk Assessments during IT and cybersecurity engagements, adhering to Service Level Agreements (SLAs).
- Maintain awareness of industry best practices in Information Security and address potential policy gaps.
- Liaise with end users to explain cybersecurity risks and promote initiatives for risk prevention.
- Advise IT and business units on strategies for managing identified cybersecurity risks.
- Execute comprehensive Cybersecurity Risk Assessments before system go-live.
- Conduct cybersecurity threat modeling and risk assessments for IT projects and existing systems.
- Review and validate Cybersecurity Risk Assessment results in collaboration with other cybersecurity teams.
- Customize and optimize the Cybersecurity risk assessment platform for accuracy.
- Review and update Cybersecurity Risk Management documentation to align with regulatory practices.
- Manage the periodic Cybersecurity Assessment Plan, ensuring critical systems undergo regular security reviews.
- Provide quarterly reports on cybersecurity risks, highlighting priority risks for action.
Qualifications and Experience:
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, Information Security, or a related discipline.
- Minimum of 3 years of professional experience in cybersecurity risk management, governance, IT audit, or a similar field, ideally within the financial or banking sector.
- Experience with compliance to SAMA CSF and NCA ECC is preferred.
Location: Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
Work Conditions: On-site, Full-time
Working Hours: 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM (Sunday to Thursday)
