Operations Risk & Security Lead, Cairo, Egypt Deloitte

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Location
Cairo, Egypt Delivery Center
Operations Risk & Security Lead, Cairo, Egypt
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Deloitte, established globally in 1845, is the world s largest and leading professional services firm, providing Audit & Assurance, Tax & Legal and Consulting and related services to public and private clients spanning multiple industries. Present in more than 150 countries, Deloitte is distinct in its ability to help clients solve their most complex problems, from strategy to implementation.
Deloitte innovation hub (DIH) is a strategic initiative established by Deloitte North & South Europe (NSE) to support our ambition to become the leading business transformation partner of choice for our clients and to expand and scale our delivery footprint across EMEA. With access to a scaled, diverse, highly skilled, motivated, and engaged workforce, DIH is delivering complex technical solutions for clients most complex business problems, across portfolios that include Strategy & Transactions , Customer , Engineering, AI & Data, Enterprise, Technology & Performance and Cyber . DIH is aiming to become the destination for top talents in Egypt for a long, exciting career.
We invest in outstanding people of diverse talents and backgrounds and empower them to achieve more than they could elsewhere. Our work combines advice with action and integrity. We believe that when our clients and society are stronger, so are we. Our organization has grown in scale and diversity, providing services across the region, with our shared culture remaining the same. We aim to help clients realize their ambitions, make a positive difference in society, and maximize the success of our people. This drive fuels the commitment and humanity that run deep through our every action.
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The Operations Risk & Security Lead will be responsible for overseeing and managing all aspects of risk and security within the Deloitte Innovation Hub (DIH) in Cairo. This role involves identifying, assessing, and mitigating risks, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements, and implementing security measures to protect DIH s assets, personnel, and information.
Key Responsibilities:
Risk Management:
Develop and implement risk management strategies and frameworks.
Conduct risk assessments and identify potential threats to DIH's operations.
Monitor and report on risk exposure and mitigation efforts.
Collaborate with various departments to ensure risk management practices are integrated into all business processes.
Security Management:
Develop and enforce security policies and procedures.
Oversee the implementation of physical and digital security measures.
Conduct regular security audits and assessments.
Manage security incidents and coordinate response efforts.
Ensure compliance with local and international security standards and regulations.
Compliance:
Ensure adherence to regulatory requirements and industry best practices.
Maintain up-to-date knowledge of relevant laws and regulations.
Conduct compliance audits and prepare reports for senior management.
Provide training and awareness programs on compliance and security issues.
Leadership:
Lead and mentor a team of risk and security professionals.
Foster a culture of risk awareness and proactive security management.
Collaborate with senior leadership to align risk and security strategies with business objectives.
Represent the hub in risk and security forums and networks.
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Qualifications:
• Bachelor s degree in risk management, Security Studies, Business Administration, or a related field. A master s degree is preferred.
• Professional certifications such as Certified Risk Manager (CRM), Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP), or equivalent.
• Minimum of 7 years of experience in risk management and security, preferably within a corporate or innovation hub setting.
• Strong knowledge of risk management frameworks, security protocols, and regulatory requirements.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Strong leadership and team management abilities.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency in English and Arabic.
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