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IT Risk Manager Jobs in Abu Dhabi at Digital Corner for Network Solutions
IT Risk Manager
About the Job
The IT Risk Manager plays a vital role in identifying, assessing, and mitigating risks associated with the organization’s IT infrastructure and processes. This role focuses on developing risk management frameworks, ensuring compliance with industry standards, and proactively safeguarding the organization against potential threats such as cybersecurity breaches and operational disruptions.
Job Description
The IT Risk Manager is responsible for managing risks within the organization’s IT systems and operations. This includes developing risk management frameworks, conducting risk assessments, implementing controls, and preparing contingency plans to minimize the impact of potential threats. The role also involves collaborating with stakeholders to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and presenting risk-related reports to executives and decision-makers.
Job Responsibilities
Develop, implement, and maintain IT risk management frameworks and processes.
Identify and assess risks related to cybersecurity, data breaches, IT infrastructure, and regulatory compliance.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to design and implement risk mitigation controls and strategies.
Conduct regular IT risk assessments, including vulnerability analyses and threat modeling.
Monitor emerging IT risks, evaluate their potential impact, and propose proactive solutions.
Oversee the creation and testing of contingency plans, including disaster recovery and business continuity plans.
Ensure compliance with risk management standards such as COSO, ISO 31000, and NIST frameworks.
Provide regular reports to executives and stakeholders, outlining risk management activities, findings, and recommendations.
Develop and deliver training programs to raise awareness about IT risks across the organization.
Partner with internal audit and compliance teams to ensure all IT processes align with regulatory and policy requirements.
Skills
Essential Skills
Strong knowledge of risk management frameworks, such as ISO 31000, COSO, or NIST RMF.
Expertise in cybersecurity risk assessment and mitigation.
Proficiency in IT governance and compliance requirements, including GDPR, HIPAA, or PCI-DSS.
Excellent analytical skills to evaluate risks and recommend actionable solutions.
Hands-on experience with risk assessment tools (e.g., RSA Archer, RiskWatch, or Resolver).
Strong written and verbal communication skills for presenting complex risk findings to executives
Desirable Skills
Certifications such as CISA, CRISC, CISM, or CISSP.
Experience with third-party risk management and vendor assessments.
Familiarity with cloud computing risks and mitigation strategies.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: AED30,000.00 per month
Application Question(s):
Are you comfortable with the salary package offered for this role? (Yes/ No)
If shortlisted, will you be available in Abu Dhabi for a face-to-face interview?
What experience do you have with implementing risk management frameworks, such as COSO or ISO 31000?
Can you describe a significant IT risk you identified and the steps you took to mitigate it?
What tools have you used for risk assessment and monitoring IT risks?
How do you ensure compliance with cybersecurity regulations like GDPR or PCI-DSS?
Can you provide an example of a business continuity plan you developed or tested?
How do you prioritize IT risks when presenting them to executives or stakeholders?
Application Deadline: 23/01/2025
Title: IT Risk Manager
Company: Digital Corner for Network Solutions
Location: Abu Dhabi
