Ecocash Holdings (Cassava Smartech )

Information Security Officer

Ict & Computer Jobs
Salary
Negotiable

Job Description

Job Purpose
The successful incumbent will be responsible in identifying and monitoring cyber security threats, potential cyber security risks and recommending closure of identified gaps or weaknesses.

Duties and Responsibilities

Key Responsibilities
• Decides on the suitable tools to perform cyber security assessments.
• Carries out weekly cyber security risk assessments in line with guidelines (such as penetration tests, vulnerability assessments).
• Reviews and analyses internal audit, fraud and loss, incident reports, establishes trends and submits a report with recommendations to the Information Security Manager.
• Executes cyber security test plans for software systems, networks, data centres, and hardware and submits reports to the Information Security Manager for approval.
• Researches best ways to secure company-wide Technology Services infrastructure against threats and risks.
• Inspects firewalls and checks protection of network infrastructures and recommends corrective action.
• Monitors software and infrastructure for internal and external intrusions, attacks, and hacks and recommends corrective action.
• Closes off security vulnerabilities in the case of an attack by liaising with internal Technology Services team.
• Assesses Business Continuity Plans and Disaster Recovery Plans and makes appropriate recommendations.
• Monitors system and software licenses and certificates. Checks and ensures compliance to renewal dates.

Qualifications and Experience


Qualification, Skills and Experience
• A degree in Computer Science / Information Systems or relevant field.
• Security certification in CISM / CISSP / CEH is a must.
• 2-4 years' experience in Technology Services Cyber Security and Risk Management or related environment.
• Strong knowledge of data privacy and data protection regulations.

How to Apply

Please apply to: The HR Business Partner by sending your CV to: careers@cassavasmartech.com clearly indicating the position "Information Security Officer" in the subject area by the 16th of July 2021. Only short-listed applicants will be contacted.