Senior Manager Business Technology and Cyber Risk

• 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.