Manager - Cyber Defense and Security Governance

Lead the development, implementation, and management of information security policies and procedures for Core42 in line with applicable information security standards & regulations. You will maintain a robust management framework for information security compliance across the organization. Core42 is the UAE’s national-scale enabler for cloud and generative AI, combining G42 Group’s expertise across multiple technology disciplines into a single platform for public sector and large enterprise transformations.

Responsibilities

• Identify best practices in information security policies, processes, and standards and recommend their adoption across Core42.
• Ensure continuous engagement with information security regulators to stay up to date with the latest regulations.
• Update and maintain information security standards and make necessary modifications to existing management systems.
• Provide relevant security architecture services across the Injazat ecosystem.
• Develop strong information security operations and risk management policies to ensure compliance with industry regulations.
• Enforce security policies to protect data and assets in alignment with Core42’s needs.
• Implement security audits and system vulnerability tests across Core42.
• Monitor and manage data security profiles through reviewing security violation reports and applying security policies.
• Inspect IT infrastructure installations to ensure adherence to guidelines and standards.
• Coordinate with information security risk management to identify potential threats to business continuity.
• Oversee the review of user access rules in accordance with job-related requirements and security policies.
• Ensure compliance with standards through information security audit systems and scheduled audits.
• Review and analyze compliance actions against information security regulations and policies.
• Oversee and analyze training on compliance security policies across Core42.
• Ensure processes in security control (preventative, detective, and corrective) are in compliance with established standards and policies.

Qualifications

• Minimum Qualifications:

  • Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or related fields.

• Minimum Experience:

  • 12 years of experience in systems security and data security audits.
  • 6 years of experience in business continuity protocols, risk, and governance management.

• Job Specific Skills:

  • Knowledge of Digital Transformation, Smart Cities / Nations, Cloud, and Cyber Security.
  • In-depth understanding of governance, risk, and compliance trends across various domains.
  • Knowledge of local compliance policies and procedures.
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

Work Conditions

• Culture: Open, diverse, and inclusive environment with a focus on innovation.
• Career: Learning and development opportunities via structured training programs.
• Work-Life: Hybrid work policy to balance office and home life.
• Rewards: Competitive remuneration package with healthcare, education support, and leave benefits.

If you can confidently demonstrate that you meet the criteria above, please contact us as soon as possible.