Section Head - Operational Tech, Cyber Security and IT Audit

Role Purpose: * Lead and manage the Operational Technology, Cyber Security and IT Audit in accordance with approved strategy and objectives. * The Section Head is responsible to assess risks and design and implement risk-based technology audit engagements to assess internal controls to mitigate risk.

Key Accountabilities:

• Develop department strategy in line with Sector Strategy and business line strategy at large to ensure vertical alignment and horizontal incorporation
• Establish department’s scorecard and KPIs in order to achieve targeted goals, objectives and enhance department’s performances
• Develop annual budget for the department and contribute in the development of Sector budget to ensure adequate funding provisions made for the required activities
• Develop policies and procedures as appropriate to the department in alignment with organizational policies and procedures and recommend changes to enhance effective implementation, if needed
• Ensure compliance with organizational policies, procedures and quality standards in order to remain compliant, avoid violations and protect the firm's interest.

Qualifications, Experience, Skills & Knowledge:

• University degree in Computer Science or Information Technology or related field with 14 years of experience or Master’s degree in IT or related field with 12 years of experience
• Professional qualifications like CIA,CISA,CISSP or related certifications preferred
• Experience in Information Technology Audit or Cybersecurity in energy, power or utility organization with emphasis on Technology Operations
• Competencies that will be considered essential for this position will include well developed skills in Leadership, Foresight, Empowerment, Achievement Drive, Decisiveness/ Judgement, Developing Others and Commercial Acumen.
• Preference will be given to Saudi national candidates ONLY.