Job Title : IT Governance Manager
Location : Pan india
Experience : 5 - 8 Years
About The Role
The IT Governance Manager is responsible for establishing, implementing, and maintaining governance, risk, and compliance frameworks across the organization's cloud and AI platforms . The role ensures alignment with Group policies , UAE regulatory requirements , and international standards such as ISO 27001 , NESA , and UAE PDPL .
Key Responsibilities
- Develop and implement IT governance, risk, and compliance policies, standards, and procedures.
- Lead and manage IT audits, compliance assessments, and risk mitigation initiatives.
- Oversee governance activities related to cloud infrastructure, AI systems, and data privacy.
- Track, analyze, and report IT performance metrics, risk registers, and compliance KPIs.
- Collaborate with cybersecurity, cloud, and data teams to ensure adherence to internal and external regulations.
- Support continuous improvement of governance processes through automation and best practices.
Requirements
5–8 years of experience in IT governance, risk management, or compliance (preferably within cloud or healthcare domains).Strong understanding of cloud security, data privacy, and UAE regulatory frameworks.Certifications preferred : COBIT, ISO 27001 Lead Implementer / Auditor, CISA, or equivalent.Excellent analytical, communication, and stakeholder management skills.Primary Skills
Technical Skills
Cloud Platforms : Microsoft Azure, AWS, or Google Cloud governance and compliance controlsInformation Security Standards : ISO 27001, NIST, CIS Controls, ITIL, and COBIT frameworksRisk Management : IT risk identification, assessment, mitigation, and reportingCompliance & Audit : Experience with internal / external IT audits, regulatory compliance (UAE NESA, PDPL)Data Privacy : Knowledge of GDPR, HIPAA (if in healthcare), and data protection impact assessments (DPIA)Governance Tools : Archer GRC, ServiceNow GRC, MetricStream, or equivalentPolicy & Process Management : Developing and maintaining IT governance policies, SOPs, and control documentationPerformance Management : Establishing and monitoring IT KPIs, SLAs, and governance dashboardsIncident & Change Management : Familiarity with ITIL-based change, problem, and incident management processesSkills Required
Iso 27001, Cobit, nist, Performance Management, Itil, Data Privacy, Risk Management