Robert Walters are working exclusively with a government entitiy that are seeking a Senior Manager, Business Technology and Cyber Risk to join their team in Dubai.

• Position Title: Senior Manager, Business Technology and Cyber Risk
• Location: Dubai (Full Relocation Offered)

Job Purpose: Lead the delivery of the business technology and cyber risk supervision framework, overseeing ongoing cyber risk supervision of Authorised Firms.

Key Responsibilities:

Supervision of Regulated Entities:

• Develop and implement supervisory guidelines for IT and cyber risk.
• Analyze industry-specific data to monitor and assess IT and cyber risks.
• Lead IT and cyber risk thematic reviews, conducting professional discussions with management.
• Monitor firms\' compliance with DIFC and DFSA Laws, Rules, and Regulatory Policy.
• Contribute to the assessment of applicants for new financial services licenses.

Technical Guidance:

• Act as the IT and cyber risk Subject Matter Expert (SME).
• Provide internal advice and technical guidance.
• Monitor international and regional regulatory standards and industry developments.

Strategy Formulation, Implementation, Planning, and Projects:

• Implement Supervision Department-wide strategy.
• Contribute to authorisation and/or supervision strategy development.
• Participate in company wide projects as required.

People Management:

• Support professional development programs and contribute to regulatory leadership initiatives.

Policies, Systems, Processes & Procedures:

• Contribute to continuous improvement of regulatory systems and processes.
• Implement supervision-related policies and procedures.

Documentation and Reporting:

• Document risk assessments, thematic reviews, and important communications.
• Prepare departmental statements and reports.

Other Responsibilities:

• Perform related duties as directed.
• Share responsibility for ongoing risk management within the first line of defense.

Qualifications, Experience, & Skills:

Educational Background:

• Degree in a relevant field.
• Postgraduate degree is advantageous.
• Evidence of continuing professional development.

Professional Experience:

• At least 8 years of IT and cyber risk experience.
• Operational risk management and business technologies experience is beneficial.

Knowledge, Skills & Attributes:

• Strong expertise in financial services regulation.

Note: This position offers full relocation to Dubai. We welcome applications from qualified candidates willing to make a significant contribution to our innovative and dynamic team. Join us in shaping the future of financial services in Dubai!

Robert Walters