This role is essential for driving Business Information Security Management, reporting to CISO, act as first point of contact for the CISO’s office internally and externally.
It holds a management role to manage the Information Security changes and improvement initiatives.
The assigned to this role will be working closely with the CISO, All GISD Leaders & Emiratization Dep in HR and all new joiners, and other GISD management teams to follow up on GISD performance measures & to assist in the delivery of information security cross unit initiatives
Additionally, this role will support Information Security Management in Coordinating the initiatives follow up between GISD and executive management stakeholders, other business functions, department, IBG’s and ADIB subsidiaries, central bank & The UBF.
Key Accountabilities of the role:
Ensure full responsibility for Emiratization projects and development within GISD team and maintain a healthy ratio according to ADIB goals
Responsible for CISO office communication to external departments and subsidiaries
Ensure the follow up action related to GISD staff strategy is tracked across GISD
Ensure maintenance of the CISO workbook for GISD leaders, prioritization and tracking is done centrally.
Ensure all recruitment and onboarding is executed timely
Ensure external relationship, awareness of and branding of GISD team is managed and consolidated in alignment with CISO strategy
Involved in day-to-day business functions, they coordinate and collaborate with various departments and team members. In many organizational structures
Handle onboarding of new employees, orientation and introductory training for new joiners
Help build initiative and create a positive team culture through engagement and initiatives to foster diversity, inclusion and team building
Collaborate with stakeholders to develop and deliver training programs on information security best practices
Collaborate with other heads and managers across the Group Information Security Department (GISD) and ADIB to assess their needs and gather inputs
Building relationships with the GISD leadership teams to understand the processes, procedures, control
Promoting a “self-critical” and continuous assessment and improvement cybersecurity culture (people, process and technology) are brought to light and addressed in an effective, innovative and timely manner.
Support CISO with committee and board meeting requirements.
Reconciles invoices and payment based on monthly spending.
Work with GISD senior management and leadership team to scope and prioritize information security services
Work with the team to support and deliver Information security events and activities, including security awareness programs, campaigns, team building
Coordinate with HR, Marketing, Communication, and other business departments in planning, organizing, and enhancing Cyber security branding
Act as the point of contact and communicate services status to internal participants and external stakeholders.
Specialist skills / technical knowledge required for this role:
Qualifications:
Exceptional communication skills and leadership skills to effectively collaborate with stakeholders at all levels
Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities to address complex security challenges
Ability to manage multiple priorities and work well under pressure
Maximize the efficiency of all business procedures
Coordinate with the HR department to ensure our hiring plans meet our business needs
Consider the needs of external and internal stakeholders and incorporate them into new strategic plans
Requirements and skills:
Good knowledge of operations management
Excellent interpersonal, verbal, written and presentation skills
Excellent customer service and interpersonal skills with a positive attitude.
Communication Skills to build business/professional relationship.
Capability to engage with internal/external stakeholders to present Information Security in a positive manner.
Excellent English skills to effectively communicate and convey departmental messages. Arabic is a must.
Good presenter with ability to present security awareness messages.
Ability to prepare and interpret presentations, and step-by-step action plans.
Ability to learn new concepts, technology, and techniques.
Positive and professional attitude, team player, flexible and adaptable, open to change.
Dependable with a respect to confidentiality and policies
Excellent organizational skills
Great attention to detail
University degree or equivalent
An enabler who drives change and improvement initiatives
Ability to listen and understand others challenges and drive solutions
Ability to build strong internal and external relationships with other business, support units and vendors.
Instinctive and creative
Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with proven ability to communicate to diverse audiences
Experience:
Proven track record in successful coordination of tasks and projects in Technology or Security
Organize the department office layouts, events, seminars and conferences for the higher management
Organizing induction programs for new employees
Create and maintain comprehensive project documentation
