Local Information Systems Officer

About the role

Africa Global Logistics is hiring a Local Information Systems Officer in Nairobi, reporting to the Chief Information Security Officer. The role ensures that controls are in place to protect information systems, identifies and assesses security risks, responds to security incidents and supports business continuity and data protection compliance. The position is full time, middle level and requires on-site work.

Key responsibilities

• Apply and distribute the Central Information System Security Policy (ISSP) and adapt it to each perimeter
• Implement central information security strategies, short and long term, in line with the AGL group
• Carry out annual reviews and audits, working with internal business partners and external parties
• Manage the LISO security team and run a proactive risk assessment programme for new and existing systems in the East and Southern region
• Communicate risks and mitigation recommendations to senior management
• Oversee the development, implementation and maintenance of information security policies and procedures, and check that departmental processes comply with company policy
• Evaluate security incidents and coordinate responses, including technical incident response teams, when sensitive information is breached

Required profile

• Bachelor's degree in IT or a related field
• Mandatory ISO 27001, ISO 27002 and ISO 27005 certifications
• ITIL Foundations certification
• Professional credentials such as CISSP, CISM or CISA are an advantage