Chief Information Security Officer (CISO)

Job Reference: 30637-Chief information security officer (ciso)
Company: RecruitArab - recruiter
Industry: Retail
Job Title: Chief Information Security Officer (CISO)
Location: Dubai, UAE
Closing Date: 2024-09-28
Application Email: apply@recruitarab.com

Job Summary:
The Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) will be responsible for establishing and maintaining a corporate-wide information security program for our retail organization. This role requires a visionary leader who can integrate security into the business strategy, ensuring the protection of sensitive customer data and company assets. The CISO will report directly to the CEO and work collaboratively with other executives to promote a culture of security awareness throughout the organization.

Key Responsibilities:

- Strategic Leadership: Develop and implement a comprehensive information security strategy that aligns with the overall business goals and objectives of the retail organization.

- Risk Management: Identify, assess, and prioritize information security risks, ensuring effective mitigation strategies are in place. Regularly conduct risk assessments and audits to evaluate security posture.

- Policy Development: Establish and enforce information security policies, standards, and guidelines that comply with legal and regulatory requirements, as well as industry best practices.

- Incident Response: Lead the incident response team to manage and mitigate security breaches or threats, ensuring timely communication and resolution. Develop and maintain an incident response plan.

- Team Management: Build and lead a high-performing information security team, providing mentorship, training, and professional development opportunities to enhance their skills and knowledge.

- Collaboration: Work closely with other departments, including IT, compliance, and legal, to ensure a unified approach to security across the organization. Collaborate with third-party vendors to assess and manage external security risks.

- Awareness and Training: Develop and implement security awareness programs for all employees to foster a culture of security and ensure adherence to established security policies.

- Regulatory Compliance: Ensure compliance with relevant legal, regulatory, and industry standards (e.g., GDPR, PCI DSS) and manage audits and assessments conducted by external parties.

- Technology Oversight: Oversee the implementation and management of security technologies (firewalls, intrusion detection systems, encryption, etc.) to protect sensitive data and systems from unauthorized access.

- Reporting: Prepare and present regular reports to the executive team and board of directors on the status of the organization's information security program, including risks, incidents, and mitigation efforts.

Qualifications:

- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Cybersecurity, or a related field. A Master’s degree or relevant certifications (CISSP, CISM, etc.) is highly desirable.

- A minimum of 5 years of progressive experience in information security, with at least 3 years in a leadership role, preferably within the retail sector.

- Strong knowledge of information security frameworks, standards, and regulations (ISO 27001, NIST, PCI DSS).

- Proven experience in risk management, incident response, and security policy development.

- Exceptional analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to think critically and strategically.

- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, capable of conveying complex security concepts to non-technical stakeholders.

- Strong leadership skills with the ability to influence and drive change across the organization.

- Familiarity with emerging security technologies and trends, as well as current threats and vulnerabilities in the retail sector.

Additional Information:

- This position may require occasional travel within the UAE and internationally.

- Candidates must be eligible to work in the UAE.

If you are a proactive and detail-oriented security leader with a passion for protecting organizational assets and ensuring compliance, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity. Please submit your application, including a resume and cover letter, to apply@recruitarab.com by the closing date of 2024-09-28.


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