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Farida Damani

Audit Manager · Mashreq Global Network

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An experienced Technology Governance Risk and Compliance (GRC) professional with 18 years’ experience of developing, testing and securing mission-critical business applications, strong IT assurance skills, expertise in assessing regulatory compliance and cybersecurity gaps. My strong ability is to guide and influence IT and Information Security stakeholders to define and strengthen the organizational security posture, and help address cybersecurity risks in an evolving technology landscape. Currently I am working in Mashreq Global Services Limited as an Audit Manager conducting IT audit engagements as part of UAE’s IT Audit team covering technology, cybersecurity, and digital banking platforms, providing independent assurance on control effectiveness, risk mitigation, and regulatory compliance.

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