KCB Bank Senior Manager - Information Risk Jobs in Kenya
Key Responsibilities
Provide leadership in Information Risk and Technology‑related risk advisory assignments for the assigned scope.
Conduct Technology and Information risk assessments through Information Risk Managers and Analysts to develop the annual Group Information Risk action plan.
Lead cyber security risk reviews, IT general and application control risk reviews, ensuring compliance with KCB Group policies, ISO 27001, ISO 22301, PCI DSS, NIST 800 series, and regulatory requirements.
Provide leadership in emerging risks, threat hunting, Cloud computing, and AI/ML by working with Technology functions to provide mitigations.
Deliver regular updates to senior leadership and the board on latest trends.
Coordinate Red Team exercises across the group and manage SWIFT attestation program.
Track outstanding risks in DORCCO, GORCCO, and CAB meetings.
Represent the Information Risk Department as a member of CAB.
Conduct, follow up, and validate closure of PIR & KCSA review issues action plans, ensuring completion within agreed timelines.
Design and monitor implementation of Information Risk awareness programs across KCB Group.
Provide oversight and challenge of Information risks across KCB Group, including Information Security, Technology, and Data quality risks.
Additional Responsibilities
Lead and mentor a team of Information Risk Managers and Analysts.
Conduct comprehensive reviews and provide independent assurance on projects, cybersecurity, and governance initiatives.
Offer recommendations to enhance information systems and ICT infrastructure.
Ensure data and systems are secure and compliant with industry standards and regulations.
Stay updated with emerging technologies, identifying risks and opportunities.
Collaborate with departments to provide tailored risk solutions.
Develop and implement risk assessment frameworks and methodologies.
Prepare and present risk reports to
senior management.
Build and maintain strong stakeholder relationships internally and externally.
Contribute to the bank’s overall risk management strategy by integrating industry best practices.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field; Master’s Degree preferred.
Minimum of eight (8) years’ experience in information risk management, with proven team leadership.
Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA) or Certified Information Security Manager (CISM) certification is an advantage.
Strong knowledge of information security principles, risk assessment methodologies, and industry standards.
Excellent leadership and mentoring skills.
Analytical mindset with problem‑solving approach.
Effective communication skills, both written and verbal.
Ability to manage multiple projects independently and deliver on time.
Strong interpersonal skills for stakeholder collaboration.
Proactive and innovative mindset to enhance risk management practices.
How to Apply
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