VP & Head of Audit, Information Security

JOB PURPOSE: A subject matter expert responsible for planning and executing audits covering the activities and processes of Group Security Office (GSO), Business Continuity Management (BCM), Data Domain (Data Governance, Data Privacy, Data Analytics & AI), Group Technology (GT) & System Integration Projects domestically and in all international locations, as well as related peripheral activities across the company.

Key Accountabilities

• Lead audits of the company’s Information Security, BCM, Information Technology, Data Domain (Data Governance, Data Privacy, Data Analytics & AI) & System Integration functions and related activities in the UAE and across the international network.
• Provide guidance and on-the-job training for junior colleagues to facilitate achievement of team objectives and completion of tasks efficiently.
• Monitor the financial performance of area activities versus budgets and ensure all activities align with approved guidelines while promptly reporting any variances to management.
• Execute established GIA Policies, Guidance Notes, Procedures, and Practice Notes in all tasks.
• Develop and maintain effective business relationships with all relevant external/internal entities and stakeholders with high standards of business ethics.

Qualifications & Experience
Minimum Qualification

• Bachelor’s degree.
• Relevant post-graduate qualification and/or relevant professional qualification and/or certification desirable. CISA Certification is essential, and any additional relevant certifications such as CISSP, CISM & CSX are preferred.

Minimum Experience

• Minimum 10 years’ relevant experience with an International Bank or Big 4, with internal audit experience strongly preferred. At least 5 years in similar positions with progressively increasing managerial responsibilities in Bank Operations, Risk Management, and/or Audit function.
• Expert knowledge of operational activities, processes, and associated risks within the Information Security, Cyber Security, BCM, Technology, and Data domains.
• Strong leadership capability and team-oriented with highly developed problem-solving skills.