Cybersecurity Manager

Overview

Manager – Cyber Security and Information Security is responsible for leading the organization’s cyber and information security strategy, governance, risk management, and compliance initiatives across all business units. This role ensures the effective implementation and continuous improvement of security controls, leveraging hands-on expertise in Azure cloud security, automation, scripting, and information security management systems. The manager will drive certification efforts, oversee business continuity and disaster recovery readiness, and lead both internal and external audit engagements. This position requires close collaboration with stakeholders to identify, track, and remediate risks, as well as to guide incident response and manage security committees focused on information security, business continuity, and key risks.

The opportunity

Inception is the UAE’s national-scale enabler in AI Research and Development. Partnering with Microsoft's AI SaaS, we offer domain-specific Agentic AI Orchestrator platforms utilizing reasoning agents for precise and cost-effective services. Our focus includes AI incubation, IP creation, applied AI R&D, and AI investment products. By creating models tailored to specific domains and languages, we ensure superior accuracy and efficiency. Collaborating with top universities and industry giants to drive significant advancements in AI technology within the region.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of the organization’s cyber and information security strategy, policies, and procedures.
• Manage Azure cloud security operations, including hands-on use of native security tools, automation, and scripting to enhance security posture and efficiency.
• Hands-on experience with the development and documentation of security policies, standards, processes, and procedures.
• Establish and maintain an Information Security Management System (ISMS), achieving and maintaining relevant certifications (e.g., ISO 27001, ISO 42001).
• Oversee Business Continuity Management (BCM), including planning, conducting disaster recovery (DR) drills, and reviewing project readiness.
• Lead internal audit activities and manage external audit engagements, preparing responses and ensuring compliance with regulatory and industry standards.
• Maintain and update the risk register, reviewing it regularly during working committee meetings, and collaborate with project teams and all stakeholders to identify, track, remediate, and ensure closure of security risks across business units.
• Develop and maintain an audit calendar to assess control effectiveness and ensure ongoing compliance.
• Lead security incident response efforts, guiding the team in responding to and managing incidents effectively.
• Chair and manage working committees focused on Information Security, Business Continuity, and Risk Management.
• Develop and implement risk remediation plans to address identified vulnerabilities and threats.
• Foster a culture of security awareness and continuous improvement throughout the organization.
  
  

Qualifications

• 10-15 years of progressive experience in cyber security and information security, with demonstrated leadership in large-scale environments.
• Extensive hands-on experience with Azure cloud security native tools, automation, and scripting for security operations.
• Proven track record in setting up and maintaining an Information Security Management System (ISMS) and achieving relevant certifications.
• Experience in Business Continuity Management (BCM), including planning, conducting DR drills, and reviewing project readiness.
• Strong background in internal and external audit processes, including preparing responses and managing stakeholder communications.
• Expertise in risk management, including risk identification, tracking, and remediation across business units.
• Experience in developing and executing audit calendars to assess control effectiveness.
• Leadership in security incident response and crisis management, with the ability to guide teams under pressure.
• Experience running working committees focused on information security, business continuity, and Risk Management
• Excellent stakeholder management, communication, and collaboration skills.
• Relevant certifications such as CISSP, CISM, ISO 42001 Lead Implementer , CRISC, or Azure Security Engineer are highly desirable
  
  

What We Look For

If you are a performance-driven, inquisitive mind with the agility to adapt to ambiguity, you will fit right in. You should be eager to explore opportunities to build meaningful collaborations with stakeholders and aspire to create unique customer-centric solutions. Bias for action and a passion to conquer new frontiers in the AI space is at the heart of the Inception community.

What Working At Inception Offers

Culture: An open, diverse and inclusive environment with a global vision that encourages personal growth and focuses on ground-breaking, industry-first innovations.

Career: Outstanding learning, development & growth opportunities via structured training programs and innovative, high-tech projects.

Work-Life: A hybrid work policy to strike the perfect balance between office and home.

Rewards: A competitive remuneration package with a host of perks including healthcare, education support, leave benefits and more.

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

---