Postbank Assistant Manager Information Security Systems Jobs in Kenya
About the Role
Responsible for providing leadership and coordination of Information Security functions and monitoring ICT infrastructure against cyber threats, unauthorized access, and security breaches.
Ensure the integrity, availability, confidentiality, and authenticity of the Bank's information assets.
Lead the implementation of ICT security strategies, controls, risk management processes, and regulatory compliance initiatives.
Key Responsibilities
Review security incident reports and ensure investigations and corrective actions are implemented.
Ensure compliance with applicable regulations, privacy requirements, and encryption standards.
Enforce compliance with the Bank's ICT Security Policy.
Ensure all ICT changes comply with change management procedures and do not affect service availability.
Develop, review, communicate, and maintain Information Security Policies and operational security procedures.
Review ICT security controls, frameworks, and security strategies.
Ensure Confidentiality, Integrity, and Availability (CIA) requirements are maintained according to operational agreements.
Manage security requirements for external partners, suppliers, and third-party service providers.
Assess security implications of access changes and system modifications.
Oversee ICT security risk assessments and risk management activities.
Lead security awareness and cybersecurity training programs.
Coordinate development and testing of Disaster Recovery Plans (DRPs).
Oversee Identity and Access Management (IAM) strategy, design, and implementation.
Ensure IAM solutions are scalable and secure for employees, contractors, vendors, and partners.
Support departments in managing appropriate system access privileges.
Provide guidance on security architecture and enterprise security initiatives.
Oversee security infrastructure technologies including:
Access Control Systems
Patch Management Systems
Web Application Firewalls
Database Security Solutions
Authentication Systems
Develop and implement ICT Risk Management and Security Control Frameworks.
Review and recommend security controls for systems, databases, and network infrastructure.
Perform operating system, application, and database hardening.
Design and implement secure ICT architectures and proactive patching strategies.
Provide security guidance for ICT projects, upgrades, deployments, and technology changes.
Develop solutions to mitigate identified vulnerabilities and security risks.
Liaise with internal stakeholders and external partners to enforce ICT security standards.
Qualifications and Requirements
At least
12 years of relevant work experience in the public or private sector.
At least 3 years in a supervisory role.
Master's Degree in:
Information Technology
Computer Science
Business IT
Software Engineering
ICT Project Management
Computer Engineering
Or a related field
Bachelor's Degree in a related ICT discipline.
Professional certification in one or more of the following:
CCNA
CCNP
CISA
CISM
CISSP
Equivalent security certifications
Management course lasting at least four weeks from a recognized institution.
Technical Skills and Knowledge
Knowledge of ICT trends within banking and financial services.
Strong understanding of business support technologies and ICT infrastructure.
Experience administering enterprise systems, business applications, and communications infrastructure.
In-depth knowledge of:
Server operating systems
Client operating systems
Mobile operating systems
Relational Database Management Systems (RDBMS)
Strong experience in:
Security architecture
Vulnerability management
Security testing
Penetration testing
Risk assessments
Incident response management
Knowledge of security standards, cybersecurity regulations, and compliance requirements.
Knowledge of programming and scripting languages such as:
.NET
Java
Perl
C#
Knowledge of internet and security protocols including:
DNS
TCP/IP
SMTP
HTTP
SSL
Personal Attributes
High levels of integrity and professionalism.
Strong leadership and supervisory skills.
Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities.
Ability to manage security risks in complex environments.
Strong stakeholder engagement and communication skills.
Must fulfill the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution.
How to apply
For more information and job application details, see; Postbank Assistant Manager Information Security Systems Jobs in Kenya
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