Manager, Cybersecurity Strategy & Advisory

As the Manager, Cybersecurity Strategy & Advisory, you will lead the vision and execution of a world-class cybersecurity consulting practice across the UAE. Your day will revolve around shaping strategic advisory services, defining the consulting portfolio, and positioning the company as a trusted partner for government entities, regulated industries, and large enterprises. You will engage directly with C-level executives and regulatory bodies, influencing cybersecurity strategies and driving transformation programs that safeguard critical infrastructure.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the vision, development, and expansion of the company’s Cybersecurity Strategy & Advisory practice in the UAE/GCC.
• Define and own the cybersecurity consulting portfolio, service catalog, business strategy, and commercial roadmap.
• Act as the most senior cybersecurity advisor for strategic accounts, influencing C-level executives and regulatory stakeholders.
• Establish and grow a high-performing team of cybersecurity consultants, specialists, and advisors across various domains, including GRC & Compliance, Cloud Security, Offensive Security, Security Architecture, and AI Security.
• Oversee the execution of all advisory engagements to ensure delivery quality, strategic value, and compliance with regional standards.
• Own revenue targets and profitability for the cybersecurity consulting practice, driving pipeline creation, bid leadership, and proposal development.

Requirements

• 12–15+ years in cybersecurity consulting, advisory, or leadership roles.
• 10+ years of cybersecurity consulting experience in the UAE (mandatory).
• Proven success in building or scaling a cybersecurity consulting practice.
• Strong track record delivering large-scale cybersecurity programs in the UAE/GCC.
• Executive-level stakeholder management skills, including understanding of UAE and GCC regulatory frameworks.
• Bachelor’s or Master’s in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, Engineering, or related field.
• Certifications such as CISSP, CISM, CCSP, ISO 27001, and cloud security certifications (Azure/AWS/GCP).

Workplace Type
On-site Working