Cyber Security Manager
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Role Overview
The client is seeking an experienced Cyber Security Manager to build, lead, and scale a multi-tier security operations function.
The role owns SOC performance, platform strategy, and team development in a regulated financial services environment.
The role is intended for professionals with 8 to 12 years of cybersecurity experience.
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About the Employer
Antal International is a specialist cybersecurity, AI, and technology executive search firm operating across the UAE and GCC.
The search is being conducted for a confidential financial services client in Dubai.
The Opportunity
The client is seeking an experienced Cyber Security Manager to build, lead, and scale a multi-tier security operations function.
The role owns SOC performance, platform strategy, and team development in a regulated financial services environment.
The role is intended for professionals with 8 to 12 years of cybersecurity experience.
Responsibilities
- Lead a multi-tier SOC team covering 24/7 monitoring, incident response, and threat intelligence functions.
- Own SOC performance metrics, shift models, escalation paths, and continuous improvement programs.
- Manage SIEM, EDR, and SOAR platform strategy, vendor evaluation, and the technology roadmap.
- Report security posture, incident metrics, and risk indicators to executive leadership and regulators.
- Recruit, develop, and retain security operations talent.
- Drive maturity improvements aligned with SOC-CMM or equivalent frameworks.
Requirements
- 8 to 12 years of cybersecurity experience, including at least 3 years managing a SOC or security operations team.
- CISSP or CISM certification is required.
- GSOM or familiarity with SOC-CMM maturity frameworks is advantageous.
- Proven experience reporting security metrics to board-level or C-suite stakeholders.
- Understanding of UAE financial sector regulatory requirements.
- Strong people management, talent development, and vendor management track record.
- Experience with SIEM platforms such as Splunk, QRadar, or Sentinel, plus EDR and SOAR tools.
Compensation and Benefits
- Executive-level compensation is AED 25,000 to AED 40,000 per month plus benefits.
- Visa sponsorship and family relocation support are available.
- Professional development, conference attendance, and executive education support are provided.
- The package includes a tax-free salary in the UAE.
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