IT Risk Assistant Manager

About the role

We are looking for an IT Risk Assistant Manager to support the development and implementation of our IT risk management framework in Cairo. The role will collaborate with IT, cybersecurity and business teams to identify, assess and mitigate technology risks.

Key responsibilities

• Develop and implement IT risk management frameworks, policies and procedures.
• Conduct IT risk assessments, control reviews and identify technology risk gaps.
• Monitor risk mitigation plans, track remediation actions and ensure timely closure of identified risks.
• Support compliance with regulatory requirements and industry standards such as PCI DSS, ISO 27001 and CBE.
• Prepare IT risk reports, dashboards and Key Risk Indicators (KRIs) for management decision‑making.
• Assist internal and external audits by providing required documentation and evidence.
• Collaborate with IT, cybersecurity and business teams to raise risk awareness and improve control effectiveness.

Required profile

• Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Cybersecurity or a related field.
• 5+ years of experience in IT risk, information security, IT audit or governance roles.
• Strong understanding of IT risk frameworks, security controls and compliance requirements.
• Relevant certifications such as CISA, CRISC, CISSP or CISM are a plus.

Required skills

• IT risk assessments and control reviews.
• Knowledge of PCI DSS, ISO 27001 and CBE standards.
• Risk mitigation planning and remediation tracking.
• Audit support and evidence preparation.
• Stakeholder communication and reporting.