Information security Officer

1 day ago

Muscat, Muscat, Oman Muscat Finance SAOG Full time

About Muscat Finance SAOG:

Muscat Finance SAOG is a leading technology driven finance company in Oman, committed to providing innovative financial solutions and excellent customer service. We are dedicated to maintaining the highest standards of integrity, transparency, and security in all our operations.

Role Overview:

We are seeking a highly skilled Information Security Officer to join our team. The successful candidate will be responsible for developing and implementing information security policies and procedures to protect the company's information assets. This includes conducting risk assessments, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements, and responding to security incidents.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Develop, implement, and maintain comprehensive information security policies, standards, and procedures in line with industry best practices (e.g., ISO 27001, NIST) and local regulatory requirements.
  • Oversee regular risk assessments, vulnerability assessments , and penetration tests to identify and mitigate potential security threats.
  • Monitor security systems and tools for security incidents, anomalies, and breaches, and respond effectively to security incidents.
  • Lead incident response efforts, including investigation and post-incident analysis.
  • Implement and manage security awareness training programs for all employees to foster a security-conscious culture.
  • Evaluate, recommend, and implement new security technologies and solutions to enhance the organization's information security posture.
  • Collaborate with IT, operations, and other departments to integrate security into all aspects of business operations.
  • Prepare regular reports on the status of information security to Board of Directors and Senior management.
  • Manage and oversee third-party security assessments and audits.
  • Stay up-to-date with the latest cybersecurity threats, trends, and technologies.

Qualifications:

  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Cybersecurity, or a related field. Master's degree is a plus.
  • Minimum of 5 years of progressive experience in technology, with at least 2 years in Information Security role, preferably within the financial services industry.
  • Relevant professional certifications such as CISSP, CISM, CISA, CEH, or equivalent are highly preferred.
  • Strong understanding of information security frameworks and standards (e.g., ISO 27001, NIST, COBIT).
  • Proven experience in conducting risk assessments, vulnerability management, and incident response.
  • Familiarity with network security, application security, cloud security, and data protection principles.
  • Excellent knowledge of security technologies and tools (e.g., firewalls, SIEM, EDR, DLP).
  • Solid understanding of regulatory requirements related to information security in the financial sector.
  • Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
  • Excellent communication, interpersonal, and presentation skills, with the ability to articulate complex security concepts to technical and non-technical audiences.
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.

contact email address: mfhr@mfcoman.com

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