Cybersecurity Program Manager (Governance, Risk & Compliance)

Axians Emirates , an operational entity of Cegelec Abu Dhabi (a subsidiary of VINCI Energies), is a dedicated business unit specializing in the deployment and maintenance of telecom infrastructure, access control, and CCTV systems. 🔐 With strong capabilities in cybersecurity design and implementation, as well as ICT engineering and construction, Axians Emirates delivers end-to-end solutions tailored to the needs of critical sectors.

🛠️ Our services cover the full project lifecycle — from engineering, integration, and installation to commissioning and maintenance — with a focus on security, telecommunications, and information systems for clients in the oil & gas and defense industries. 🌍 With the support of the Axians network (VINCI Energies) , Axians Emirates delivers reliable, agile, and locally adapted solutions , while embracing a dynamic approach to innovation and sustainable performance.

Job Summary

We are seeking a Cybersecurity Program Manager (Governance, Risk & Compliance) to support one of our clients in leading cybersecurity risk and compliance initiatives across a large and complex enterprise environment. The role involves driving governance activities, coordinating cross-functional teams, engaging with senior stakeholders, and ensuring the successful delivery of risk and compliance programs that support business and regulatory objectives.

Responsibilities

• Act as the overall lead for cybersecurity risk and compliance engagements, ensuring successful delivery of agreed objectives, timelines, and quality expectations.
• Own and drive the execution of cybersecurity governance, risk management, and compliance programs across complex enterprise environments.
• Provide leadership, direction, and oversight to multidisciplinary teams delivering cybersecurity risk and compliance services.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for senior business, technology, and security stakeholders, ensuring effective communication and alignment throughout engagements.
• Oversee cybersecurity risk assessments, control effectiveness reviews, compliance activities, and risk treatment initiatives.
• Ensure risks, issues, dependencies, and delivery challenges are proactively identified, managed, and escalated where appropriate.
• Lead stakeholder workshops, governance forums, and management discussions to support decision-making and risk-based prioritization.
• Review and validate key deliverables, reports, and recommendations prior to executive or management presentation.
• Drive continuous improvement of cybersecurity governance, risk management, and compliance practices.
• Mentor and support consultants and junior team members, promoting consistent delivery standards and quality.

Requirements

• 12+ years of experience in delivering cybersecurity governance, risk, and compliance programs within the Energy, Oil & Gas, Utilities, or Critical Infrastructure sectors.
• Proven experience (mandatory) leading large-scale cybersecurity risk and compliance programs within complex enterprise environments.
• Demonstrated track record of managing multidisciplinary teams and overseeing the delivery of multiple concurrent workstreams.
• Ability to manage competing priorities, stakeholder expectations, and delivery risks in dynamic environments. Why join us ? 🧬 Our DNA : Trust, Entrepreneurial Spirit, Solidarity, Autonomy, Responsibility Joining us means becoming part of a large group while enjoying the agility and warmth of a human-sized company! 🚀 A personalized onboarding journey from day one, with tailored career follow-up 🏫 Opportunities for growth, training, and mobility within a fast-growing international group 🙏🏼 Close and supportive management 💶 Recognition of employee performance through a company savings plan 🥇 Pride in shared achievements ☘️ Respect for the environment and local communities in the countries where we operate (Human Rights Guide) 🦺 Commitment to the health and safety of our employees 👋 At VINCI Energies Oil & Gas, CSR initiatives are deeply embedded in our activities, our ways of working, and ultimately, in our DNA