Senior Manager–Cybersecurity

Job Purpose :To develop, manage, and execute cyber security project across Mashreq to –- Lead and oversee the strategic operations of the Cyber Defense Center (CDC) to ensure effective monitoring, detection, analysis, and response to advanced cybersecurity threats.- Develop and implement security strategies, policies, and procedures to manage and mitigate risks across the organization.- Guide and mentor the team in using SIEM platforms (Azure Sentinel & ArcSight preferred) and other security solutions to address complex and critical security events.- Coordinate with senior leadership and external stakeholders to enhance the organization's security posture and ensure compliance with regulatory requirements.Key result areas:- Strategic Security Management:- Develop and implement strategies for monitoring and responding to security events from SIEM systems (Azure Sentinel & ArcSight preferred).- Analyze and respond to security events from diverse data sources such as firewalls, IDS/IPS, antivirus solutions, DAM systems, web servers, proxies, and banking applications.- Advanced Threat and Incident Management:- Create and refine alert rules and logic in SIEM to detect significant events and threats.- Perform precise, real-time analysis and correlation of logs/alerts from multiple sources.- Utilize established policies, standards, and procedures to classify security alerts as incidents and guide incident response efforts.- Leadership and Improvement:- Improve incident response times and reduce false positives by refining detection capabilities and processes.- Assist in the design, implementation, and execution of security awareness programs and risk-based security controls analysis.- Update and enhance processes and policies (SOPs, playbooks, runbooks) with a deep understanding of cybersecurity best practices.- Cross-Functional Collaboration:- Collaborate with compliance, audit, and regulatory teams to provide necessary information, data, and evidence.- Keep up-to-date with industry knowledge and trends to maintain a high level of security proficiency.Key Principles :- Strategic Leadership:- Provide strategic direction and leadership to the Cyber Defense Center, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and cybersecurity best practices.- Enhanced Threat Detection and Response:- Drive improvements in threat detection and response capabilities, ensuring accurate identification and swift remediation of security incidents.- Continuous Process Improvement:- Continuously evaluate and enhance security processes and policies to adapt to evolving threats and improve operational efficiency.- Effective Communication and Collaboration:- Maintain strong communication with internal teams, senior management, and external stakeholders to ensure effective security management and compliance.- Ethical and Professional Standards:- Uphold high ethical standards in all security practices, ensuring compliance with regulations and protecting sensitive information.Knowledge , Skills and experience :- Educational Background:- Graduate/Postgraduate degree in Science, Engineering, or IT.- Certifications:- Minimum of 2 professional certifications from CISSP, CISM, CRISC, CISA, or equivalent.- Experience:- Extensive experience in SIEM design and implementation, with a strong background in Cyber Defense Center or Security Operations Center roles.- Over 12 years of experience in SOC & CDC, with proven leadership skills and expertise in managing complex security operations.- Skills:- Proficiency in managing SIEM policies and enhancing security operations.- Strong analytical skills for evaluating security requirements and implementing appropriate controls.- Excellent documentation and report writing skills.- Knowledge of the banking environment is advantageous.