About the Job
As Blackwired is growing rapidly and looking to expand its business into multiple jurisdictions, we are seeking professionals in the IT GRC (Governance, Risk, and Compliance) space to support our Information Security Team. Your role will involve assisting the company in several areas, including IT Regulatory Affairs, Security Certifications, Policy and Process Design, IT Control and Assurance, and Audit Engagement Coordination. You should have a high-level understanding of various technology functions, processes, and concepts. We expect you to possess strong communication skills, excellent stakeholder management capabilities, and the ability to deliver results with high precision.
Responsibilities
- Develop IT policies, standards, and procedures in accordance with industry best practices, relevant technologies, regulatory requirements, and standards.
- Act as the point of contact for IT Regulatory Affairs and Client Due Diligence Questionnaires.
- Review and revamp existing IT policies to ensure alignment with industry best practices and standards. Lead SOC 2 and ISO accreditations, obtaining and maintaining various IT and security compliance certifications.
- Evaluate and manage capabilities that enable the organization to reliably achieve its objectives, address uncertainty, and act with integrity, making the organization more responsive and efficient overall.
- Manage audit findings remediation to mitigate risks.
- Coordinate external assessment requests related to industry standards and regulatory requirements.
- Act as the primary responsible party to drive and ensure policy compliance.
- Perform and manage regular information security and control assessments to ensure compliance with information security policies and standards.
- Identify and address information security risks and requirements to protect the organization from adversity, surprises, and weaknesses.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Cyber Security, Business Administration, or a relevant field.
- Strong communication skills to collaborate with various stakeholders in English.
- 2 to 5 years of work experience in at least one of the following areas such as IIT Audit & Risk Assurance, IT Risk & Control, IT Governance & Compliance
- Experience with at least one of the following frameworks and regulatory requirements is preferred:some text
- VARA/UAE Central Bank / Securities & Commodities Authority / MAS Technology Risk Management Guidelines and Cyber Hygiene Notice
- NIST Cybersecurity Framework
- ISO 27001 / 27002 / 27701
- SOC 2 / AICPA Trust Service Criteria
- GDPR
- Strong knowledge of Information Systems, IT Operations, ITSM, and IT Audit
- Strong problem-solving and project execution skills
- Basic understanding of technology concepts such as DevOps, DevSecOps, Cloud Computing, Blockchain, and Cryptography
- A strong sense of ownership and a self-driven mindset
- Certification holder or exam passer in one or more of the following: CIPP, CIPT, ISEB Certificate in Data Protection, CISA, ISO 27001, CCAK, CRISC, CISM, or CISSP
Candidates who do not tick all the boxes are still encouraged to apply, those with less experience will still be considered for the position but with an adjustment to the level of seniority.
Benefits:
- Maternity leave
- Opportunities for promotion
- Parental leave
- Professional development
