Assistant Manager, Security Governance & Compliance (UAE National)

Job overview: Commercial Bank of Dubai is seeking a Assistant Manager, Security Governance & Compliance (UAE National) to join its banking team in the United Arab Emirates. Support the governance and compliance framework for information security. The role helps maintain security policies, assess control effectiveness, coordinate compliance evidence and monitor actions so that security practices remain aligned with internal and external expectations. The successful candidate will work with colleagues and stakeholders to support reliable service, sound decisions and the bank’s operating standards. This vacancy is intended for UAE Nationals.

Key responsibilities

• Support the development, maintenance and communication of information-security policies, standards and governance procedures.
• Coordinate security compliance reviews and help assess whether controls are implemented consistently across relevant teams.
• Maintain evidence, records and reporting required for internal reviews, audits and regulatory assessments.
• Track control gaps, exceptions and remediation plans, following up with responsible owners until closure.
• Work with Technology, Risk, Compliance and business stakeholders to clarify security requirements and resolve governance matters.
• Contribute to continuous improvement of security governance processes and awareness activities.

Requirements and qualifications

• This position is reserved for a UAE National.
• Relevant experience in information security, IT governance, cybersecurity compliance, risk or audit is beneficial.
• Understanding of security controls, policy documentation and audit evidence is important.
• Demonstrated ability to organise work, manage priorities and meet agreed deadlines.
• A professional approach, sound judgement and commitment to accuracy and confidentiality are important.

Skills and competencies

• Information-security governance
• Cybersecurity compliance
• Policy and standards management
• Audit evidence and remediation
• Stakeholder coordination

Employment details

Employment details: This is a full time opportunity with Commercial Bank of Dubai in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. The position is intended for candidates who can meet the responsibilities and service standards described above. Employment conditions and compensation can be discussed during the recruitment process.