Assistant Manager, IT Security

About the role

CIB Kenya is hiring an Assistant Manager, IT Security for a full-time, on-site position in Nairobi. The role manages and monitors the security of the bank's infrastructure and platforms so that confidentiality, integrity and availability are upheld. The employer is listed as Commercial International Bank (CIB) Kenya.

Key responsibilities

• Manage IT security operations and monitor security threats
• Implement approved security measures in line with CIB's policies, standard operating procedures and compliance requirements
• Implement cybersecurity controls and conduct risk assessments
• Ensure the protection of company systems and data

Required profile

• Bachelor's degree in engineering, Information Technology, Computer Science or an equivalent field
• At least one security certification: CEH, CompTIA Security+, OSCP or SSCP
• At least one networking certification: CCNA or CCNP
• Proven experience in deploying, troubleshooting and escalating IT security solutions
• Experience with enterprise security architecture and software such as IPS/IDS, AV, vulnerability scanners, DLP, web and email security, and frameworks such as PCI, ISO 27001 and NIST
• Desired: minimum 2-4 years of IT security experience

Required skills

• Good knowledge of networking, preferably Cisco products
• Routing and switching (EIGRP, OSPF, BGP, instant switches)
• Data center security products (next-generation firewalls, IPS)
• Network security techniques (encryption, ISE, NAC, 802.1X, device hardening)
• Strong knowledge of defense-in-depth

To apply, candidates should submit their application through the recruitment agency handling the vacancy, quoting the job title and location.