Head of Security Architecture

3 weeks ago


Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates AIQU Full time

We are hiring Head of Security Architecture to join one of our major clients based in Abu Dhabi, UAE.

Employment Type: 12 months and extendable contract

Job Location: Abu Dhabi, UAE

Required Experience:

  1. 8-12 years' experience working within the information security and/or architecture disciplines.
  2. Minimum 5 years of experience on designing and securing the cloud infrastructure and application in leading banks or financial institutions with a focus on data security.
  3. Extensive relevant professional work experience including implementation of complex cloud migration programs.
  4. Experience in independently running security initiatives/projects for large global enterprise.
  5. Planning, organizational, and motivational experience.
  6. Experience drafting in technical and non-technical formats.
  7. Experience presenting both extemporaneously and in formal settings.
  8. Experience in root cause analysis, industry benchmarking, survey evaluation and data interpretation.
  9. Experience in the areas of emergency/disaster management, physical security, critical incident stress management, risk management and business resiliency.
  10. Experience with emergency procedure protocols and regulatory interfaces.
  11. Experience leading complex projects.

Technical Knowledge Required for This Role:

  1. Must have a strong understanding of Azure cloud architecture, firewalls, Intrusion Detection Systems, web filtering, audit and log management, physical security control systems, real-time systems, and common operating systems. AWS is highly preferred as a plus.
  2. Knowledge of security technologies, processes, systems/applications, and familiar with banking & financial institutions applications used for mobile & online banking, ATMs, payments, treasury, and trade finance.
  3. Knowledge of security engineering, system and network security, authentication and security protocols, cryptography, and application security.
  4. Knowledge of TOGAF, SABSA, ISO 27001, NESA, PCI DSS, SWIFT and other security standards, and regulations.
  5. Background in securing multi-tenant cloud and big data services, and/or designing separation controls in cloud systems.
  6. Familiarity with large-scale cloud migration programs.
  7. Understanding of security requirements and controls around Continuous Delivery / Continuous Integration.
  8. Possesses strong business acumen, understanding contract negotiations, budgetary disciplines, issues resolution, and be able to influence and collaborate with colleagues.
  9. One or more of the following technical certifications: TOGAF, CCIE, CCSP, CISSP, CISA, CISM, CRISC, CGEIT, ITIL.
  10. Two or more of the following cloud certifications: CCSK, CCAK, CCSP, PECB Lead Cloud Security.
  11. Two or more of the following Azure Certificates (AZ-500, SC-100, SC-200, SC-300, AZ-104).
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