IT Risk Specialist (6-Month Contract Role) Locally

IT Risk Specialist (6-Month Contract Role) Locally Position Overview: We are seeking an experienced IT Risk Specialist for a 6-month consulting engagement to strengthen IT risk management, cybersecurity, and compliance in a high-volume port environment. The specialist will ensure robust risk frameworks, regulatory adherence, and operational resilience. Location: Onsite at a major port facility. Key Responsibilities: Compliance and Risk Auditing: Conduct IT risk assessments, internal control evaluations, and compliance gap analyses. Lead business impact analyses (BIA) and support disaster recovery (DR) planning. Perform IT compliance audits (e.g., user access, vendor controls) per NIST, ISO, COBIT, and GDPR. Maintain risk registers, action trackers, and mitigation plans. Policy Development: Update and enforce IT risk policies and procedures in line with regulatory standards. Information Security: Assess security controls, document incidents, and review IS policies and training materials. Qualifications: Mandatory: Education: Bachelor's degree in IT, Computer Science, or related field. Experience: 5+ years in IT risk or audit, preferably in ports, logistics, or large organizations. Certifications: COBIT & CRISC (non-negotiable). Preferred: CISA, CISM, CISSP certifications. Experience in the Middle East. Deliverables: First 30 Days: Risk assessment and gap analysis reports. Final Report: Summary of findings and recommendations. Requirements: Available to start within 30 days of selection. Must secure port access clearance independently. Company Industry: IT - Software Services Department / Functional Area: Finance Treasury Disclaimer: Naukrigulf.com is a platform connecting jobseekers and employers. Applicants should verify the legitimacy of employers independently. We do NOT endorse payment requests or sharing personal/bank information. For security tips, visit Security Advice. Report fraud to abuse@naukrigulf.com.#J-18808-Ljbffr