Head of Cybersecurity

Who Are We

HALA is a leading fintech player in the MENAP region that aims to redefine financial services and build the future bank of SMEs. HALA aims at empowering SMEs to start, run, and grow their businesses by providing them with cutting-edge financial and technological tools.

HALA currently holds multiple entities in UAE, Saudi Arabia and Egypt (including HALA Payments, HALA Cashier and HALA Logistics) and offers solutions that enable merchants to digitize their payments as well as manage their sales and operations.

Founded in 2017, HALA is currently duly licensed by the Saudi Arabian Central Bank as well as the Financials Services Regulatory Authority (FSRA) in Abu Dhabi Global Market.

• Effectively communicate financial aspects of cybersecurity related activities to senior management.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure business continuity and disaster recovery programs meet organizational requirements.
• Supervise and effectively assign work to staff working on cybersecurity related tasks, and effectively manage vulnerability remediation.
• Promote awareness of cyber policy and strategy as appropriate among the organization's management.
• Work with stakeholders to develop cybersecurity policies and associated documentation in alignment with the organization's cybersecurity strategy.
• Align the organization's cybersecurity strategy with its business strategy & carry out a cybersecurity risk assessment.
• Ensure that appropriate controls are in place to effectively mitigate risk and address privacy concerns during a risk assessment process.
• Work with others to implement and maintain a cybersecurity risk management program.
• Ensure sound principles are reflected in the organization's mission, vision, and goals.
• Obtain resources to develop and implement effective processes to meet strategic cybersecurity goals.
• Understand and communicate an organization's cybersecurity status during legal and regulatory scrutiny.
• Communicate effectively with third parties in the event of a cybersecurity incident.
• Review the effectiveness of the organization's cybersecurity controls against its strategic goals.
• Manage the regular review and maintenance of the organization's cybersecurity policy and associated documentation.
• Ensure that appropriate actions are taken to mitigate the risk in the event of a cybersecurity incident.
• Advocate cybersecurity related topics with senior management, to ensure the organization's strategic goals include cybersecurity.
• Ensure cybersecurity requirements of all information technology systems are determined.
• Collaborate with stakeholders in the organization and with third parties when identifying future cybersecurity strategy requirements.
• Identify and recruit appropriately skilled resources to address cybersecurity activities within the organization.
• Obtain relevant resources to implement and maintain the cybersecurity aspects of an effective business continuity plan.
• Develop and maintain a cybersecurity strategy that aligns to the organization's business strategy.
• Ensure that cybersecurity requirements for IT are aligned with the organization’s cybersecurity strategy.
• Manage financial aspects of cybersecurity, including budgeting and resourcing.
• Ensure the effective communication of cybersecurity threats and mitigations to interested third parties.
  
  

Education

Bachelor’s degree in information technology, software engineering, computer engineering or equivalent field of studies

The education levels can be replaced by years of experience

Experience

8-10 years of experience in a similar role

6-8 years of experience in a leadership role

Skills

Computer Skills: Advanced in Microsoft Office Tools

Languages: Fluent in English and Arabic

Advanced knowledge of compliance and regulations

Core Competencies

Self-Actualization & Fulfilment: Proficiency Level – ADVANCED

Team Synergy & Development: Proficiency Level - ADVANCED

Entrepreneurial Mindset & Drive: Proficiency Level - ADVANCED

Business Acumen & Diligence: Proficiency Level - ADVANCED

What We Offer You

We believe you will love working at HALA!

• We have an inclusive and diverse culture that encourages innovation and flexibility in remote, in-office, and hybrid work setups.
• We offer highly competitive compensation packages, including the potential for shares.
• We prioritize personal development and offer regular training and an annual learning stipend to tackle new challenges and grow your career in a hyper-growth environment.
• Join a talented team of over 30 nationalities working in 7 countries and gain valuable experience in an exciting industry.
• We offer autonomy, mentoring, and challenging goals that create incredible opportunities for both you and the company.
• You will be given a lot of responsibility and trust. We believe that the best results come when the people responsible for a function are given the freedom to do what they think is best.
  
  

If you think you have what it takes to join a remarkable team #apply_now