Freelance ISMS Lead Auditor (Cybersecurity)

TL;DR

Freelance ISMS Lead Auditor (Cybersecurity): Conducting business assurance assessments and leading audit teams in the UAE with an accent on ISO standards compliance and information security. Focus on producing high-quality audit reports and coordinating findings across various industry sectors.

Location: Dubai or Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates

Company

hirify.global is a leading global assurance provider that offers professional and independent services to support customers throughout the lifecycle of their management systems.

What you will do

• Undertake business assurance assessments in accordance with procedures and agreed timescales.
• Lead assessment teams effectively and coordinate findings to reach conclusions.
• Produce high-quality assessment reports compliant with accreditation requirements and internal procedures.
• Maintain professional competence, keep CPD records updated, and track professional registrations.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with both clients and internal stakeholders.
• Identify and escalate sales leads and client feedback to appropriate colleagues.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Electronics Engineering, or an equivalent field.
• Fluent in both Arabic and English (verbal and written).
• Minimum 4 years of practical IT experience, including at least 2 years specifically in Information Security.
• Completed IRCA registered Lead Auditor training for ISO 9001, ISO 22301, and ISO 27001/20000.
• Experience working with a recognized certification body for management system audits.
• Must be based in or able to work in Dubai or Abu Dhabi, UAE.

Nice to have

• ISACA qualifications such as CISA, CISSP, or CISM.
• Knowledge of ISO 14001 (EMS) and ISO 45001 (OHSMS).
• Third-party auditing experience within the Government sector.

Culture & Benefits

• Independent technical role offering a high degree of freedom.
• Opportunity to visit a wide variety of customers across the country.
• Career development within an internationally renowned organization.
• Inclusive culture committed to diversity, sustainability, and creating a safer future.