Senior IT​/OT Security Manager

We are seeking a highly experienced Senior IT OT Security Manager to lead the development and execution of our cybersecurity strategy for both information technology and operational technology environments in Abu Dhabi The ideal candidate will have a proven track record of designing and managing robust security programs ensuring governance risk management compliance and assurance across complex enterprise and industrial control systems

Develop and maintain a comprehensive IT OT security strategy aligned with business objectives Lead governance initiatives by establishing security policies standards and procedures Conduct risk assessments and threat modeling for both IT and OT environments Ensure compliance with regional and international regulations and frameworks e g ISO IEC 27001 ISA IEC 62443 NIST Oversee security assurance activities including audits penetration tests and vulnerability assessments Manage security incident response processes and coordinate investigations Collaborate with cross-functional teams IT engineering operations to integrate security into project life cycles Provide leadership mentorship and training to security team members Report to senior leadership on security posture risk metrics and remediation plans

• Bachelor s degree in Computer Science, Information Security, Engineering, or related field 20+ years of progressive experience in IT and OT cybersecurity management Expert technical knowledge of IT cybersecurity domains including network security, endpoint protection, and intrusion detection
• Deep technical expertise in OT cybersecurity for IC S, SCADA, DCS, and critical infrastructure Strong experience with governance frameworks such as ISO/IEC 27001 and ISA/IEC 62443 Proven track record in risk management: identification, assessment, mitigation, and reporting In-depth understanding of compliance requirements: NIST, NERC CIP, UAE Cybersecurity Regulations Hands-on experience with security assurance methodologies including audits and vulnerability assessments Demonstrated leadership in building and managing high-performance security teams Excellent communication, stakeholder management, and presentation skills

• Master s degree in Cybersecurity, Information Security, or related discipline Certifications such as CISSP, CISM, CISA, or GICSP Experience in the oil & gas, energy, or utilities sectors Proven success in securing brownfield and greenfield OT deployments Familiarity with ISO/IEC 27019 for process control security Exposure to cloud security in industrial environments Experience with digital transformation and IIoT security initiatives