VP of IT Security

Company Description NexusTrust Accounting and Tax Services LLC is a UAE-based professional services firm specializing in accounting, bookkeeping, VAT and corporate tax support, payroll, financial reporting, and non-audit forensic accounting. The firm serves SMEs, startups, entrepreneurs, family-owned businesses, e-commerce companies, and cross-border operations that require compliant and structured financial solutions. NexusTrust provides end-to-end support, including management reporting, cross-border accounting coordination, and forensic services such as fraud analysis, transaction review, and fund tracing. Using qualified professionals, standardized processes, and secure digital systems, the firm helps clients strengthen financial control, maintain regulatory compliance, and make informed business decisions.
Role Description The VP of IT Security is a full-time remote leadership role responsible for defining and overseeing the organization’s information security strategy and operations. This role leads the development and implementation of security policies, standards, and controls to protect sensitive financial and client data across all digital platforms and systems. The VP will manage security risk assessments, incident response, vulnerability management, and security audits, while coordinating with IT, operations, and business teams to ensure secure processes and regulatory compliance. Day-to-day work includes directing security projects, evaluating security technologies, guiding secure system architecture, and training teams on cybersecurity best practices. The VP will also report on security posture to executive leadership and recommend improvements aligned with the firm’s growth and digital transformation goals.
Qualifications
Strong foundation in Information Technology with expertise in IT security frameworks, infrastructure, and secure digital systems.
Demonstrated experience in IT Management, including leading cross-functional security teams and overseeing security operations.
Proven ability in IT Strategy and Strategic Planning to design and execute long-term security roadmaps aligned with business objectives.
Solid Project Management skills to drive security initiatives, manage timelines, and coordinate stakeholders.
Extensive background in cybersecurity domains such as network security, cloud security, data protection, identity and access management, and incident response.
Familiarity with financial services or professional services environments, and relevant regulations or standards (e.g., ISO 27001, PCI DSS, data protection laws).
Excellent analytical, communication, and decision-making skills, with the ability to present complex security topics to non-technical stakeholders.
Bachelor’s degree in Information Security, Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field; advanced certifications such as CISSP, CISM, or CISA are highly beneficial.

Work arrangement
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