Senior CyberSecurity Assurance Services Analyst

Job Purpose

At Emirates, we believe in connecting the world, to and through, our global hub in Dubai; and in constantly innovating to ensure our customers ‘Fly Better’. Emirates Group IT thrives on the dynamic nature of technology. Being pioneers in aviation innovation, we're always at the forefront, pushing boundaries. We're on the lookout for exceptional IT professionals to fortify our position as leaders in the industry. Embark on a journey with the world’s largest international airline and become a vital part of our cutting-edge information and technology team as Senior CyberSecurity Assurance Services Analyst.

Join our CyberSecurity team where we ensure a world class CyberSecurity organisation based on the key principles of People, Process and Technology underpinned with executive endorsement of a multi-year strategy to continuously improve and develop. The team protects our digital assets by monitoring for threats, responding to incidents, managing vulnerabilities, and ensuring compliance with security policies and regulations. If you are passionate about CyberSecurity, we invite you to apply to play a crucial role in shaping the future of our technology initiatives at Emirates Group.

As a Senior CyberSecurity Assurance Services Analyst, you will provide subject matter expertise across secure software development, security architecture governance, and cybersecurity metrics and data analytics for the Emirates Group. Drive the integration of secure coding practices, the validation and evolution of security architecture patterns, and the delivery of actionable security metrics to proactively strengthen the Group's security posture. Collaborate with cross-functional and portfolio assurance teams to ensure policy and standards compliance, foster innovation, and enable informed, data-driven decision-making to mitigate risk and enhance organisational resilience.

In this role, you will:

• Lead the planning, execution, and continuous improvement of cybersecurity assurance services initiatives by setting clear objectives, aligning activities with organisational goals, and ensuring best practices are embedded across secure coding, architecture governance, and metrics-driven risk management.
• Oversee and facilitate cross-functional collaboration by engaging with IT, development, portfolio assurance, and governance teams. Assist in embedding robust security controls, policies, and standards into all phases of the technology lifecycle, ensuring seamless integration and consistent service across the enterprise.
• Champion the adoption and optimisation of advanced security tools, automation, and analytics by evaluating emerging technologies, streamlining workflows, and implementing scalable solutions. Enhance the efficiency, accuracy, and effectiveness of assurance processes.
• Mentor and coach technical teams by providing expert guidance, delivering targeted training, and fostering a culture of excellence, accountability, and continuous learning across coding, architecture, and metrics domains.
• Drive risk identification, escalation, and mitigation efforts by leveraging threat intelligence, governance frameworks, and data-driven insights. Proactively inform strategic decisions, prioritise remediation activities, and ensure organisational resilience against evolving cyber threats.
• Govern the review, approval, and validation of security architecture designs for new and existing solutions. Ensure strict adherence to the Emirates Group’s approved security patterns, frameworks, and risk appetite. Proactively identify and address architecture-related security risks.
• Lead the evaluation, evolution, and creation of security architectural patterns by collaborating with solution specialists, architects, and technical teams. Recommend and coordinate updates to address emerging threats, business needs, and technological advancements.
• Provide expert guidance and actionable feedback to stakeholders on the