IT Governance Specialist

Abu Dhabi Permanent View Job Description
The IT Governance Specialist will play a key role in establishing and maintaining a governance framework for IT services across the entity. The role requires collaboration with senior leadership and various departments to enforce governance practices, support continuous IT improvements and ensuring alignment with business objectives.
  • Opportunity to play a key role in establishing new IT governance frameworks
  • Must have COBIT or ITIL qualifications alongside professional experience

About Our Client

Well established and highly successful entity in Abu Dhabi.

Job Description

  • Develop and implement an IT governance framework aligned with industry standards (COBIT, ITIL) and organisational goals
  • Ensure IT services comply with governance policies, procedures, and regulatory standards
  • Identify and assess IT risks, develop mitigation strategies and manage compliance with relevant frameworks
  • Conduct regular IT audits and oversee legal and regulatory compliance
  • Collaborate with IT, operations, and security teams to align on governance and risk management
  • Lead continuous improvement efforts in IT governance to enhance operational efficiency and risk reduction

The Successful Applicant

  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, IT, IT Governance, or a related field; ITIL certification or equivalent governance certification required
  • Minimum 10 years of experience in IT governance, with a focus on risk management, compliance and IT policy enforcement within the UAE
  • Strong knowledge of IT governance frameworks (COBIT, ITIL), risk management methodologies and compliance standards
  • Excellent communication skills and experience in stakeholder management
  • Proven ability to lead and manage IT governance initiatives in complex environments

What's on Offer

  • Opportunity to work on high profile projects
  • Competitive, tax free salary
Contact
Christopher Davies
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JN-012025-6654646

Job summary

Sector
Technology
Subsector
Senior IT Management
Industry
Public Sector
Location
Abu Dhabi
Contract type
Permanent
Consultant name
Christopher Davies
Job reference
JN-012025-6654646