• 6 month extendable contract
• Sharjah - Office based

• Ensure continuous compliance with ISO 27001 standards through regular monitoring and maintenance.
• Perform risk assessments and gap analyses to identify weaknesses in security governance frameworks.
• Develop, update, and review information security policies, standards, procedures, and guidelines in alignment with business goals and regulatory requirements.
• Manage and enhance deployed security technologies by refining configurations, developing use cases, and adapting to evolving threat landscapes.
• Establish and maintain robust data governance and data security frameworks.
• Design and deliver security awareness and training programs across the organization.
• Coordinate internal and external audit activities, including evidence gathering, conducting walkthroughs, and tracking remediation actions.
• Serve as a key liaison between security, IT, business units, and auditors to ensure alignment on security and compliance expectations.
• Maintain comprehensive documentation repositories, including policies, procedures, risk assessments, and audit records.
• Manage the information security risk register, ensuring risks are accurately recorded, assessed, prioritized, and monitored.

Education & Certifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Cybersecurity, or a related field.
• Relevant certifications such as CISSP, CISA, and/or CEH are required.

Professional Experience & Skills:

• Strong technical understanding of networking concepts and infrastructure.
• Practical experience in cloud security and data governance (e.g., Microsoft Azure).
• Solid knowledge of network, system, and software security principles.
• Familiarity with ISO 27001 and NIST frameworks, including implementation practices.
• Experience with penetration testing and vulnerability management.
• Knowledge of security technologies such as antivirus, firewalls, and IDS/IPS.
• Excellent analytical, documentation, and communication skills.