Info-sec Program Coordination Specialist
@Sudani posted 3 days ago in TechnologyJob Description
Job Title Info-sec Program Coordination Specialist
Sector Strategy
Division Risk & Compliance
Section Information security
Report To Information Security Senior Manager
Main Job Purpose:
The primary objective of this role is to support Information Security activities by coordinating security programs,
maintaining security-related documentation, assisting with risk and compliance activities, tracking remediation
actions, and supporting security awareness initiatives. The role contributes to the effective implementation of
information security processes by providing administrative reporting, coordination, and follow-up support while
working closely with internal stakeholders and senior Information Security team members.
Duties & Responsibilities:
1. Support the monitoring of cyber and data risk indicators and report identified concerns to senior
Information Security team members for review.
2. Assist in implementing approved security governance processes, procedures, and compliance
activities.
3. Assist in reviewing security controls and documenting findings for assessment by senior team
members.
4. Support internal teams by sharing approved security guidance and escalating technical questions
when required .
5. Coordinate with HR, IT, Legal, Risk & Compliance, and business teams to support implementation of
security requirements and follow-up activities.
6. Support risk and compliance communications by coordinating updates, reminders, and information
requests between stakeholders.
7. Maintain and update security policies, procedures, templates, and documentation based on
approved changes.
8. Collect and organize information required for risk assessment activities and submit it for review by
senior team members.
9. Prepare routine reports and status updates related to security findings, vulnerabilities, and
compliance activities.
10. Assist with planning, coordination, and tracking of security awareness and training activities.
11. Maintain security records, audit documentation, risk registers, and mitigation tracking logs.
12. Support internal and external security audit activities by gathering documentation and monitoring
requested actions.
13. Track remediation actions and provide status updates to support timely closure of security and
compliance findings.
14. Communicate approved security updates, reminders, and follow-up actions to relevant
stakeholders.
15. Support day-to-day Information Security and Risk & Compliance activities to strengthen security
awareness and process adherence.
Behavioral Competencies:
1. Communication: Communicates information clearly and follows up effectively with stakeholders
regarding security activities.
2. Collaboration: Works cooperatively with internal teams to complete assigned security and
compliance activities.
3. Problem Solving& Decision Making: Assists in identifying issues and supports resolution through
established procedures and guidance.
4. Analytical Thinking: Reviews information, identifies trends, and contributes to accurate reporting
and documentation.
5. Proactivity & Initiative Taking: Follows up on assigned actions and escalates concerns when
required.
6. Result Orientation: Completes assigned work accurately and within agreed timelines.
Technical Competencies:
1. Information Security Fundamentals: Basic understanding of information security principles,
controls, risks, and compliance requirements.
2. Security Governance Support: Ability to support governance, policy maintenance, and compliance
activities.
3. Risk Assessment Support: Ability to assist in risk identification, documentation, and follow-up
activities.
4. Audit & Compliance Coordination: Ability to support audit preparation and compliance
documentation requirements.
5. Security Documentation & Reporting: Ability to prepare, maintain, and organize security-related
reports and records.
6. Stakeholder Coordination: Ability to coordinate communications, follow-up actions, and
information requests across stakeholders.
Qualifications:
Education
A bachelor’s degree in computer science, information technology, security, computer
engineering, or related disciplines.
Experience
0-1 Years of experience in Technology/IT, with experience in an information security role is
preferred.
Certificates
Preferred certificates such as Certified in Risk and Information Systems Control (CRISC) |
ISO 27001 certificate.
Language Fluency in English (written & spoken)