Security Specialist

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Abu Dhabi Islamic Bank seeks a Security Specialist to manage security operations across the ADIB network, coordinating permits, police approvals, alarm user management, and government liaison to ensure regulatory compliance and seamless business support. The role is UAE Nationals only and based onsite in Abu Dhabi, with a minimum of 2 years in a similar operations function. The ideal candidate will excel in professional communication with authorities, uphold high integrity and confidentiality, and bring a proactive, team-oriented mindset. To apply, tailor your CV to showcase experience with SIRA or police approvals, permits processing, and cross unit coordination, include concrete examples and a concise cover note explaining regulatory success and why you fit ADIB.

Role: Security Specialist        

Location: Abu Dhabi, UAE

Role purpose:

• Security Specialist role is to manage and coordinate security-related operational activities across ADIB’s network, ensuring full compliance with regulatory requirements, effective engagement with government authorities, and seamless support to business functions.

• This position is for UAE Nationals only.

   

Key accountabilities of the role:      

Permits & Government Coordination:

• Arrange and manage all required permits for works across ADIB locations through full coordination with internal business units and relevant government authorities (e.g., Police, SIRA), ensuring strict compliance with regulatory requirements.

Police Approvals Management:

• Handle the end-to-end process of police approvals for ADIB branches, including document review, submission, and follow-up, ensuring timely issuance and compliance.

Alarm User Management:

• Coordinate and manage branch alarm user updates across ADIB network, including:

• Liaising with business units and police authorities

• Updating records in relevant systems/portals

• Ensuring 100% compliance with security and regulatory requirements

Stakeholder Coordination:

• Act as the key coordination point between ADIB and security government entities, ensuring effective communication, timely resolution of requests, and alignment with compliance standards.

Security Operations Support:

• Provide day-to-day support on security-related matters across the ADIB network to ensure uninterrupted and compliant operations. 

Specialist skills / technical knowledge required for this role:

• Professional communication and coordination with government authorities

• High integrity and confidentiality

• Proactive and solution-oriented mindset

• Team-oriented with a strong sense of responsibility

Previous experience: 

• Minimum 2 years of experience in similar Operations role.

• This position is for UAE Nationals only