Head of Information Security & Data Privacy
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About the Role
Zand is hiring a Head of Information Security & Data Privacy to design and implement the organization's information security strategy in Dubai. The role involves managing risks, ensuring compliance with GDPR and local laws, and leading security awareness.
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Responsibilities
- Develop and maintain the organization’s information security and data privacy strategy, policies, and frameworks
- Lead the implementation of controls to safeguard information assets across all business units and technology platforms
- Assess risks, carry out periodic security and privacy audits, and facilitate remediation plans
- Oversee compliance with relevant laws and regulations (e.g., GDPR, local data protection acts), acting as the main liaison for audits and regulatory bodies
- Promote cybersecurity awareness and training initiatives to cultivate a security focused workforce
- Respond to security incidents, conduct investigations, and manage breach protocols and reporting
- Collaborate with IT, legal, HR, and business teams to embed privacy by design and security best practices in processes and technologies
- Advise management on emerging threats, trends, vulnerabilities, and mitigation strategies
- Manage third party security risks, including supplier assessments and data processing agreements
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field
- Professional certifications such as CISM, CISSP, CISA, or similar strongly preferred
- Minimum 10 years of experience in information security and data privacy roles
- At least 5 years in a leadership or managerial position
- In depth knowledge of information and cyber security frameworks (e.g. ISO 27001, NIST)
- Excellent understanding of data privacy laws, regulations, and standards (such as GDPR)
- Proficient in risk management, security incident handling, and regulatory compliance
- Strong leadership, stakeholder management, and communication skills
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Job Purpose
- The Head of Information Security & Data Privacy designs and implements the organization’s information security strategy, ensuring the protection of critical data and systems. This role drives a culture of security and compliance by managing risks, upholding privacy standards, and championing best pr
Key Responsibilities
- Develop and maintain the organization’s information security and data privacy strategy, policies, and frameworks.
- Lead the implementation of controls to safeguard information assets across all business units and technology platforms.
- Assess risks, carry out periodic security and privacy audits, and facilitate remediation plans.
- Oversee compliance with relevant laws and regulations (e.g., GDPR, local data protection acts), acting as the main liaison for audits and regulatory bodies.
- Promote cybersecurity awareness and training initiatives to cultivate a security focused workforce.
- Respond to security incidents, conduct investigations, and manage breach protocols and reporting.
- Collaborate with IT, legal, HR, and business teams to embed privacy by design and security best practices in processes and technologies.
- Advise management on emerging threats, trends, vulnerabilities, and mitigation strategies.
- Manage third party security risks, including supplier assessments and data processing agreements.
Key Skills, Qualifications & Experience
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.
- Professional certifications such as CISM, CISSP, CISA, or similar strongly preferred.
- Minimum 10 years of experience in information security and data privacy roles, with at least 5 years in a leadership or managerial position.
- In depth knowledge of information and cyber security frameworks (e.g. ISO 27001, NIST).
- Excellent understanding of data privacy laws, regulations, and standards (such as GDPR).
- Proficient in risk management, security incident handling, and regulatory compliance.
- Strong leadership, stakeholder management, and communication skills.
- Ability to drive cultural change and security awareness across diverse teams.
- Experience overseeing vendor security and third party risk management.
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