Director - Cyber Security - Oceania - APAC

Job Description

Director - Cyber Security - Oceania - APAC DP World DP World is a world leader in logistics management services. We ensure the future viability of global international trade & prosperity of communities around the world. Director – Cyber Security – Oceania - APAC The Director - Cyber Security is responsible for leading and overseeing all aspects of the organization's cyber security program, ensuring the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of information assets. This critical role involves developing and implementing comprehensive cyber security strategies, policies, and procedures to protect the organization's digital infrastructure from evolving threats and vulnerabilities. The Director - Cyber Security will lead a team of skilled professionals, fostering a culture of proactive risk management, incident response, and continuous improvement. Key Accountabilities Conduct comprehensive risk assessments to identify vulnerabilities, assess potential impact, and prioritize remediation efforts. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement risk mitigation strategies and controls. Establish and enforce cyber security policies, standards, and procedures to govern the organization's information assets and infrastructure. Coordinate internal and external audits to validate the effectiveness of security controls and processes, address audit findings, and implement corrective actions. Develop and deliver training programs to educate employees on cyber security best practices, policies, and procedures. Conduct regular security awareness campaigns to reinforce a proactive security posture. Identify potential risks and develop proactive measures to mitigate them. Collaborate with IT teams to design and implement secure architecture for the organization's digital infrastructure, systems, and applications. Stay abreast of emerging cyber threats, trends, and technologies to ensure the effectiveness of the security program. Identify and engage key stakeholders through open communication and discussions, serving as a central point of contact. Develop, maintain, and execute stakeholder engagement strategies and plans to foster effective collaboration and maintain strong relationships. Seek cost reductions through consolidation and optimization of resources and systems. Develop and execute a robust cyber security strategy aligned with the organization's overall goals and objectives. Ensure that all stakeholders adhere to the strategic management approach and timetables. Collate information and create reports and insights to support strategy management processes. Contribute to the development of policies, standards, and guidelines for strategy development and planning. Qualifications, Skills and Experience Bachelor's degree in computer science, information security, or a related field. Advanced degrees and relevant certifications (e.g., CISSP, CISM, CISA) are highly desirable. Extensive experience (7+ years) in cyber security management, including leading security programs in complex organizations. Strong knowledge of cyber security principles, technologies, and best practices. In-depth understanding of security frameworks, standards, and regulations (e.g., NIST, ISO 27001, GDPR). Proven experience in incident response, threat intelligence, vulnerability management, and risk assessment. Experience in shifting IT groups’ maturity in governance, risk, compliance, and adherence to process. Up-to-date knowledge of emerging cyber threats, trends, and technologies. Able to influence across a Leadership team and adhere to the highest ethical standards. Proven customer focus, interpersonal, and communications skills to ensure consistent messages are communicated to internal customers/stakeholders. #J-18808-Ljbffr