Job Purpose Statement
The role of Head, Information Security will provide continuous assurance of NCBA Group’s information systems around confidentiality, integrity and availability of information, and ensure protection of these information assets by ensuring appropriate security controls are in place to protect the Group’s technology and information assets from information & cyber security related risks.
This role will define and execute the information security strategy and roadmap for the Group, ensuring that governance and assurance in information security is enshrined and practiced within the Group, appropriate technology systems and controls are implemented, as well as ensuring that key technology projects and initiatives are compliant with security best practices and guidelines.
Ideal Person Specifications
Bachelor’s Degree in Information Systems, Computer Science, Information Security or related field required
7-10 years in information security or information security governance experience, with 5 years in a managerial role within a highly digitized organization, with a proven ability to engage with Senior Management and regulators.
4+ years’ experience conducting IT compliance assessments or administering IT security controls in an organization.
Knowledge of technical infrastructure, networks, databases and systems in relation to IT Security and IT Risk.
Experience with security technologies & controls including IPS/IDS, SIEM, DLP and other security technologies.
Relevant certifications in information security knowledge areas, such as Information Systems Audit, Information Security Management and Ethical Hacking.
Knowledge of: Strong Authentication, End Point Security, Internet Policy Enforcement, Firewalls, Web Content Filtering, Database Activity Monitoring (DAM), Public Key Infrastructure (PKI), Data Loss Prevention (DLP), Identity and Access Management (IAM)
Knowledge of banking or financial services fundamentals and processes (prior experience working within a financial service organization is an added advantage)
Excellent communication, analytical and reporting skills
Knowledge in project management skills.
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