Majid Al Futtaim
Senior Manager – Group IT Controls
- Permanent
- Dubai, United Arab Emirates
- Experience 5 - 10 yrs
Job expiry date: 25/04/2026
Job overview
Date posted
11/03/2026
Location
Dubai, United Arab Emirates
Salary
AED 30,000 - 40,000 per month
Compensation
Comprehensive package
Experience
5 - 10 yrs
Seniority
Senior Manager
Qualification
Bachelors degree
Expiration date
25/04/2026
Job description
The Senior Manager – Group IT Controls will lead the design, implementation, and monitoring of IT general controls (ITGCs), application controls, and change management processes across the holding company and its six operating companies. This role ensures IT systems and data are secure, compliant, and aligned with the organization’s internal control and risk management frameworks. The position supports audits, manages IT control testing, and drives organizational adherence to regulatory standards, while partnering with IT and business stakeholders to integrate controls within critical systems including ERP and operational technology platforms.
Required skills
Key responsibilities
- Design, maintain, and enhance the IT control framework across all group entities
- Identify, assess, and mitigate IT-related risks in systems, networks, infrastructure, and applications
- Support internal and external audits by coordinating IT control testing and documentation
- Ensure timely resolution of IT audit findings and compliance with SOX, GDPR, and local data regulations
- Oversee controls around user access, segregation of duties, and system changes to protect data integrity and availability
- Collaborate with Group IT and business stakeholders to integrate IT controls into ERP and other operational systems
- Implement and monitor GRC tools or automation solutions to improve visibility and tracking of IT controls
- Track, report, and escalate control performance issues, risks, and deviations
Experience & skills
- Bachelor's degree in Information Systems, Computer Science, Accounting Information Systems, or related field
- Minimum 8 years of experience in IT audit, IT risk management, or IT controls, with at least 3-4 years in a lead or management role
- Strong understanding of ITGCs, application controls, and related frameworks
- Hands-on experience with ERP systems such as SAP, Oracle Fusion, or Microsoft Dynamics, including cloud platforms
- Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams, manage complex projects, and drive organizational change
- Familiarity with regulatory and compliance standards including SOX, GDPR, and local data protection laws
- Professional certifications such as CISA, CISM, CISSP, or equivalent preferred