Senior Manager- Cyber Security- Financial Services – EY – Doha

EY is seeking the region’s leading Cyber Financial Services expert to help expand the EY Cyber FS business which covers Banking, Insurance, Financial services entities, and capital markets. This senior position will be the Cyber interface into EY FS and have demonstrated experience, knowledge, and relationships within MENA FS – with the focus both internal to EY FS sector leadership and to our clients. They will be expected to have wide Cyber exposure that includes at a minimum Cyber Strategy, IAM, SOC, Resilience, Forensics, Incident Response and demonstrated capability to work with the EY Cyber team to bring the best solutions and delivery to our clients. They will also provide leadership to the other junior staff in the group and be the FS champion or the Cyber Partners. They will work closely with the regional Cyber leadership and EY FS sector leadership and be part of a unique global network of Cyber FS specialists to drive innovation, operational excellence, and sales. In addition, they will also develop a close working relationship with the IAM specialists, Cyber Analytics, SOC and Threat Intelligence teams in MENA, EMEIA and Globally.

The Cyber FS Senior Manager is a critical customer facing role that requires the instinctive ability to recognize gaps in customer capabilities and to translate them into business requirements and an execution strategy in a clear and concise manner. The Cyber FS Senior Manager will be responsible for the development of the overall MENA Cyber FS vision that underlies the customer centric EY services and plays a primary role in the customization of tailored end-to-end services to the FS Sector. The Cyber FS Senior Manager will also play key role in introduction of new services /solutions in EY portfolio to FS in terms of evaluation, integration, and deployment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Customize EY Cyber services for the FS sector through marketing, sales and delivery material.
• Leadership of the EY Cyber teams to deliver successful services to FS clients.
• Key presenter and thought leadership at FS events, industry representation, white papers and clients along with other key EY executives and management.
• Demonstrated ability to engage “C” level stakeholders and explain Cyber in business terms.
• Demonstrated ability to liaise with the customer cyber / security team.
• Work with delivery teams to ensure success integration of the project to our clients.
• Establish great and intimate working relationships with both the EY FS sector teams.
• Clearly articulate the cyber issues the MENA FS sector faces and the solutions required.
• Providing input for improvements to of EY Cyber services in line with dynamic regional and global cyber risk profiles and the global network.
• Key advisor to the EY Cyber MENA Partner and regional steering committees of any Cyber FS specific market changes, opportunities, and issues.

To qualify, candidates must have:

A real passion for Cybersecurity, who can articulate complex technical problems and solutions to “C level”, with a focused state of mind to understand how technology can assist and support to protect FS clients from the threats they face. Additionally, capability and experience in some of the following areas:

• Excellent leadership, team work, passion and drive to succeed and combat Cyber threats
• FS sector solution focus, design, and deployment
• Proven relationships in the FS sector with senior Managers
• Experienced in dealing with Critical National Infrastructure issues
• Experienced in dealing with financial regulators and central bank regulations.
• Awareness and knowledge Threat Intelligence / feeds platform integration in an enterprise
• Awareness and knowledge of IAM solutions
• Awareness and knowledge Big data analytics, dashboards, eGRC and behavioral analysis tools
• Awareness and knowledge of Cyber Incident Response
• Awareness and knowledge Attack & Penetration Testing / Ethical Hacking
• Awareness and knowledge Application Security Risk Assessment

Qualifications & Experience:

• Bachelor degree in Computer, Information Systems or Engineering related field preferred
• 6+ years of working experience in a senior Cyber role
• 4 + years of working in the FS field, preferably covering banking and insurance.
• Strong experience on customer service processes and solving issues
• Proven solution sales record with strong client intimacy
• Knowledge of various security architecture methods such as Enterprise Architect Frameworks like TOGAF, SABSA, etc
• Ability to explain business principles of secure system designs in terms of business risk
• In depth Desktop OS and Server OS knowledge
• Knowledge of networking and application knowledge
• Knowledge of analytical and problem solving skills
• Knowledge of network monitoring technology platforms.
• Knowledge of end point protection tools, techniques and platforms.
• Internationally recognized technical certifications in relevant areas
• Knowledge with TCP/IP, security concepts, WAN and LAN concepts, Routing Protocols, Firewall Security policies
• Knowledge of VPN technology, PKI, AAA, and IDS concepts
• Knowledge of cloud and cloud security with familiarity around the cloud security alliance.
• Understanding of the principles of best practice security as embodied in ISO27001, PCI, Swift CSP and NIST CSF

What we look for

Highly motivated individuals with excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to prioritize shifting workloads in a rapidly changing industry. An effective communicator, you’ll be a confident leader equipped with strong people management skills and a genuine passion to make things happen in a dynamic organization. If you’re ready to take on a wide range of responsibilities and are committed to seeking out new ways to make a difference, this role is for you.

What we offer

We offer a competitive compensation package where you’ll be rewarded based on performance and recognized for the value you bring to our business. Plus, we offer:

• Continuous learning: You’ll develop the mindset and skills to navigate whatever comes next.
• Success as defined by you: We’ll provide the tools and flexibility, so you can make a meaningful impact, your way.
• Transformative leadership: We’ll give you the insights, coaching and confidence to be the leader the world needs.
• Diverse and inclusive culture: You’ll be embraced for who you are and empowered to use your voice to help others find theirs.

If you can demonstrate that you meet the criteria above, please contact us as soon as possible.

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