Information & Cyber Security (ICS) Risk Specialist

Responsibilities

• Lead and execute cybersecurity regulatory compliance initiatives, including CBUAE and NESA UAE annual self-certifications.
• Own the PCI-DSS lifecycle, managing scoping, remediation, and coordination with SecOps, SRE, and DevOps teams.
• Monitor and report on CIS controls, driving the implementation of improvements across IT and business functions.
• Manage cyber risk and compliance activities from a project management perspective, reporting directly to the CISO.
• Collaborate with SecOps to ensure technical security controls meet regulatory requirements and automate monitoring via SOC tools.
• Track and operationalize notices and circulars from the Central Bank of the UAE.
• Support internal audits, regulatory inspections, and periodic reporting to the Executive Risk Committee.
• Conduct annual threat-led risk assessments for critical assets to support the cybersecurity strategy and roadmap.
• Formulate an integrated control framework to automate and streamline compliance requirements.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity or a related discipline (Master's degree preferred).
• 6-8 years of hands-on experience in information and cyber risk, compliance, and control implementation.
• Extensive knowledge of CBUAE Information Security, NESA UAE Information Assurance, CIS Controls, PCI-DSS, and ISO27001.
• Proven experience working within financial services or fintech environments.
• Strong command of English with the ability to communicate complex technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks effectively in a high-pressure environment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Professional certifications such as CISSP, CISA, or CISM.
• Project management certifications including Prince2 or PMP.
• Experience in data security and broader data governance.

Benefits

• Competitive salary package including health insurance and benefits.
• Professional growth and development opportunities.
• Opportunity to work with cutting-edge fintech solutions.
• Flexible work arrangements.

About the Company

myZoi is an exciting fintech start-up aiming to promote financial inclusion globally. Our vision is to provide a level playing field to the unbanked and the underbanked, providing access to essential financial services in an affordable, convenient, and transparent fashion.