IT Security Officer
Our client is a leader in the information and communications technology space with Consulting focus on the continued convergence between Computing, Communications, Commerce and cable technology as core access network infrastructure and fixed wireless radio services.
As an IT Security Officer for our client, you are responsible for Identifying, evaluating, and reporting on cyber security risks, monitoring networks and systems for security breaches and intrusions, leading technical and forensic investigations, managing the Deluxe vulnerability and penetration testing programs, and implementing recommendations for security enhancements.
1. Responsible for oversight of the Cyber Security systems and processes, overseeing the IT General Controls related to firewalls, system access, data leakage protection, patching, encryption, vulnerability scanning, penetration testing, data protection, Phishing protection, SIEM and Cyber incident response.
2. Own the Vulnerability Management end-to-end process and ensure remediation and closure of all exceptions.
3. Perform application and web-based security vulnerability assessments and penetration tests in accordance with accepted methods, protocols, and tools
4. Conduct regular security audits on role-based access to systems and data.
5. Support internal security audits, and liaise with the group risk and internal control teams to provide enterprise cybersecurity risk posture and Cybersecurity resilience reports.
1. BSc in Computer Science/Information Technology/Management Information Systems, or related field
2. In-depth knowledge of Linux, Unix operating systems and Kali Linux experience.
3. 5+ years experience with the development, deployment, management and automation of
4. security solutions in an enterprise (cloud and on-premise) environments
5. Professional certification in any:-(CISSP, CRISC, CCSP, CISM, CISA, CEH, CCNP security.)
6. Post Graduate degree (MBA, M.Sc., etc.) is an added advantage
7. Experience in a variety of security technologies and architectures, such as MFA, VPN, DLP, SIEM, privileged access management, network security, data security, cryptography, micro-segmentation, software-defined networks
8. Strong understanding of cyber security concepts, protocols, industry best practices, strategies, frameworks and regulations such as ISO 27001, NIST Cybersecurity Framework, Payment Card Industry Data Security Standard (PCI DSS), and Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX).
9. Understanding of the Software Development Life Cycle and Development Operations (DevOps) principles.
If you have a passion for the Tech industry and a proven track record in IT Security, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity by clicking on "Apply Now!"