Information Security Manager

Who we are :

GMG is a global well-being company retailing, distributing and manufacturing a portfolio of leading international and home-grown brands across sport, everyday goods, health and beauty, properties and logistics sectors. Under the ownership and management of the Baker family for over 45 years, GMG is a valued partner of choice for the world's most successful and respected brands in the well-being sector. Working across the Middle East, North Africa, and Asia, GMG has introduced more than 120 brands across 12 countries. These include notable home-grown brands such as Sun & Sand Sports, Dropkick, Supercare Pharmacy, Farm Fresh, Klassic, and international brands like Nike, Columbia, Converse, Timberland, Vans, Mama Sita's, and McCain.

What you'll be doing :

The IT Security Specialist will be responsible for ensuring the security of enterprise IT infrastructure by developing and enforcing security policies, managing Security Operations Center (SOC) activities, and overseeing assurance controls. The role requires expertise in cybersecurity, cloud security, and risk management, along with experience in security tools and frameworks.

Responsibilities :

• Develop, review, and enforce IT security policies and assurance controls.
• Ensure compliance with industry standards and regulatory requirements.
• Conduct risk assessments and security audits.
• Oversee SOC operations and manage incident response.
• Implement and monitor security solutions such as SIEM, EDR, WAF, and VA tools.
• Lead phishing awareness programs and implement email security measures.
• Secure cloud environments, including O365 and Azure Security.
• Implement security best practices for cloud technology platforms.
• Ensure effective Disaster Recovery (DR) planning.
• Manage and enhance PAM, IAM, and SSO security frameworks.
• Ensure effective data classification and DLP strategies.

Technical / Functional Competencies :

Education :

B.E. / B.Tech in Computer Science, Information Security, or a related field.

Experience :

5-8 years in IT Security, with hands-on experience in SOC management, cloud security, and IT assurance controls.

Why Join GMG?

At GMG, we're dedicated to nurturing a vibrant, inclusive, and engaging work environment that promotes growth, innovation, and well-being. Join us in our mission to inspire victories that make the world better – for our team, our consumers, and our communities.