Standards & Software Compliance Specialist, DP World UAE

Dubai Ports (DP) World presently has a job opening for eligible candidate for position of a Standards & Software Compliance Specialist in Dubai, UAE. The successful candidate will work at Jebel Ali Free Zone Authority (JAFZA) in Dubai. This job was posted by a DP World on 12th September 2023 and is now open for desirous applicants.

Job Purpose of A Standards & Software Compliance Specialist

Ensure that DP World adheres to industry standards and regulatory requirements related to software and technology.

Job Duties of A Standards & Software Compliance Specialist

• Maintain central repository of ISMS documentation.
• Review documentation and procedures, collaborating with internal and external stakeholders on compliance-related issues, and performing compliance reviews/gap assessments.
• Centralized coordination and tracking of corrective actions implementation at 4 entities certified under ISO 27001.
• Create and manage effective action plans in response to audit discoveries and compliance violations.
• Maintain compliance to other standards such as DFSA, Indian Cyber Security Standard, ISR Dubai, etc.
• Keep abreast of regulatory changes and developments in the regulatory environment.
• Support business units in achieving ISO certifications (e.g., ISO 27001, ISO 20000, ISO 22301).
• Assist in upgrading ISO 27001:2013 certification to 2022 version.
• Act as a single point of contact for all the Group Technology locations & ensure compliance with standards’ requirements.
• Conduct business impact assessment for applications of HO to define RTO/RPO requirements, and ensure the DR plans and backup procedures are aligned.
• Develop the plan, track, monitor, coordinate & execute database restoration tests for non-critical applications & disaster recovery (DR) tests for critical applications of HO and regional Business units.
• Provide training in standards & software compliance practices and procedures.
• Conduct workshops and train technology teams in business units on DR Management.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Who Can Apply?

Qualification

• Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science or equivalent.

Experience

• Should have 8-10 years of experience in IT governance with at least 5 years’ experience in Standards & Software compliance domain.
• Experience in implementation and sustenance of ISO standards, supporting regulatory compliance requirements related to technology and IS.
• Extensive experience in implementing organisation-wide program of continuity management and disaster recovery planning and processes.
• Experience with BCP and DR Recovery plan testing.

Certification

• Certified implementor of ISO 27001, ISO 20000, ISO 23001.
• Certifications as CBCI, ISO 22301 Certified Business Continuity Manager, CBCP, C/DRE, EDRP.

Skills & Knowledge Desired

• Working Knowledge of ISO 27001, ISO 20000, ISO 23001, ISO 22301, NIST, COBIT 2019, etc.
• Good understanding in E-commerce, logistics, supply chain & port operations applications will be an added advantage.

Soft Skills

• Excellent analytical skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication.
• Program and Project management skills.
• Time management skills.
• Team player and conflict management skills.
• Ability to adapt in a complex environment, loves challenges, with the will and drive to learn new things on his/her own.
• Cultural awareness.

Technical Skills

• In-depth understanding of local and international technology and IS regulations and industry best practices.
• Knowledge of developing policies, procedures related to ISO, disaster recovery & resilience management processes.
• Expertise in Microsoft Word, Excel & PowerPoint.

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