Regional Information Security Manager – Middle East And Africa

Apexgroup Inc

Hybrid
Uae pdpl and difc data protection compliance
Saudi sama csf and nca ecc frameworks
South africa popia enforcement
The role involves managing risk exposure and ensuring regulatory compliance across GCC and African entities for a global fund administration leader

Job Summary

  • The role involves managing risk exposure and ensuring regulatory compliance across GCC and African entities for a global fund administration leader.
  • Candidates must align regional security strategies with Group CISO directives while integrating complex local frameworks like UAE PDPL, Saudi SAMA, and South Africa POPIA.
  • The position offers high visibility within a fast-growing organization with opportunities to drive security maturity and work with diverse international teams.

Matching Summary

The role involves managing risk exposure and ensuring regulatory compliance across GCC and African entities for a global fund administration leader.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • UAE PDPL and DIFC data protection compliance
  • Saudi SAMA CSF and NCA ECC frameworks
  • South Africa POPIA enforcement
  • NIST CSF 2.0 and ISO 27001 alignment
  • RCSA leadership and KRI/KPI definition
  • GCC and Africa financial institution experience

Nice-to-have

  • Cloud security models Azure or AWS knowledge
  • IAM/PAM platforms like CyberArk or SailPoint
  • Strong executive presentation skills
  • Continuous learning and upskilling passion
  • SOX 404 and ITGC audit coordination

Key Requirements

  • 10–15 years in Cyber risk or Technical Risk
  • Practical delivery across UAE, Saudi, and South Africa landscapes
  • Experience in GCC/Africa financial institutions
  • Industry certifications (CISM/CRISC/ISO 27001) advantageous

Work Rights

Not specified

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