Information Security Manager

Information Security Lead – Governance, Risk, and Compliance (GRC) & Assurance - Global Fund Location: UAESalary: Up to USD 200–210k base + strong performance-related bonus + excellent benefitsWe are partnered with a Global Top Tier Fund seeking an experienced Information Security professional to take ownership of its GRC and Security Assurance function.This is a senior, hands-on position for someone with a strong background in financial services or FinTech, particularly around ISO 27001 certification, security audits and broader assurance programmes.The role will focus on:Owning the organisation’s ISO 27001 certification and ISMS, including audits, ongoing certification requirements and continual improvement.Leading SOC 2 activities and working directly with external auditors across Type I and Type II examinations.Overseeing security controls, audit evidence, findings and remediation through to completion.Providing assurance across a modern, cloud-based technology environment and supporting ongoing security governance.Working closely with senior security leadership and technical teams across the organisation.Helping develop and improve the organisation’s wider GRC and assurance capabilities as it continues to scale.We are looking for:Significant experience across Information Security, GRC, Security Assurance or IT Audit.Strong, demonstrable ownership of ISO 27001 certification and audits.Experience leading or managing SOC 2 Type I / Type II programmes.A background within Finance or FinTech is essential, ideally across asset management, investment management, trading, banking, payments or another regulated financial environment.Strong understanding of security controls, audit processes, evidence and remediation.The ability to operate comfortably with both senior stakeholders and technical teams.Experience with cloud environments and GRC/assurance tooling is advantageous.AI governance/ISO 42001 experience would be a plus.Apply directly or reach out for a confidential discussion