Head of Security Information and Analysis Section

Job Description

Job Description

Role Purpose:

The Head of Security Information & Analysis Section is responsible for leading and overseeing the development, analysis, and management of aviation security information and intelligence to support informed decision-making, threat assessment, and regulatory oversight across the aviation sector.

The role ensures the systematic collection, analysis, dissemination, and protection of security-related information, enabling the Authority to proactively identify risks, assess emerging threats, and support aviation security operations in alignment with national and international aviation security frameworks.

The position provides strategic and operational intelligence support to internal stakeholders and coordinates with relevant national and international entities to enhance aviation security preparedness, situational awareness, and compliance with applicable regulations and standards.

• Functional Responsibilities:
• Section Leadership & Planning

• Security Information Management

• Threat & Risk Analysis

• Intelligence Products & Reporting

• Stakeholder Coordination & Information Sharing

• Regulatory & Policy Support

• Incident & Trend Analysis

• Quality Assurance & Compliance Oversight

• Capability Development & Continuous Improvement

• Other Duties: Performs other job-related duties as assigned, consistent with the operational and regulatory oversight responsibilities of the Security Information & Analysis Section.
• Managerial Responsibilities:
• Section Strategy and Planning

• People Leadership and Capability Development

• Performance and Quality Discipline

• Resource and Budget Coordination

• Stakeholder and Cross-Unit Coordination

• Governance Culture and Continuous Improvement

Promote a culture of governance discipline, documentation integrity, process consistency, and continuous improvement across office operations and sector coordination activities.

Qualifications

Academic Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in aviation security, Intelligence Studies, Security Studies, Risk Management, Criminal Justice, Information Management, or a related field from a recognized institution.
• A master's degree in security studies, Intelligence Analysis, Aviation Safety/Security, Risk Management, Strategic Studies, or a related discipline is considered an advantage.

Certifications:

• Recognized Aviation Security (AVSEC) certification aligned with ICAO aviation security standards.
• Certification or formal training in Security Intelligence, Threat Analysis, or Risk Assessment, relevant to aviation security or critical infrastructure environments.
• Certification or training in Incident Investigation, Security Investigation, or Safety Investigation is preferred.
• Certification related to Information Security, Data Protection, or Secure Information Management is preferred, given the sensitive nature of security information and analytical outputs handled by the role.

Professional Experience:

• A minimum of 14 years of relevant experience in aviation security, security intelligence, risk analysis, or security operations within aviation, transportation, or critical infrastructure environments, for candidates holding a bachelor's degree; or a minimum of 12 years of relevant experience with a Master's degree.
• Demonstrated experience in leading or overseeing security information management, intelligence analysis, or threat assessment functions, including the development of analytical products to support operational and regulatory decision-making.
• Experience coordinating with national security bodies, law enforcement agencies, and relevant international aviation security stakeholders on security information exchange and threat-related matters.
• Experience managing or supervising professional teams and overseeing planning, quality assurance, and continuous improvement within a security, intelligence, or analytical environment.

Job Category

Information Security

Advertiser

Dubai Civil Aviation Authority

Educational-level

Bachelor

Required Nationality

UAE Only

Monthly Salary

Unspecified

Schedule-Time

Full time

Job Posting

09/04/2026

Unposting Date

Ongoing