What you’ll do:

• Security Integration: Integrate security into software development with development, operations, and security teams.
• Risk Assessment & Controls: Identify potential security risks; implement and monitor security measures (firewalls, encryption, multi-factor authentication).
• Incident Response & Management: Investigate/respond to security incidents; conduct regular security audits and tests.
• Policy Development & Compliance: Develop/maintain security policies and ensure compliance with standards/regulations.
• Technical Point of Contact: Support 12 countries in the Africa Zone, ensuring security controls and KPIs are met.
• Infrastructure & System Hardening: Assist with patching/maintaining servers, ensure hardening of servers, applications, and websites.
• Project Collaboration & Mentorship: Collaborate on cybersecurity mandates; mentor/train team members.
• Escalation & Troubleshooting: Serve as escalation point; troubleshoot security-related issues.
• Threat Intelligence Reporting: Present threat intelligence reports to technical teams and executives.
• Stakeholder Communication: Keep stakeholders informed about KPIs and project statuses; respond to incidents after hours if necessary.
• Vulnerability Management: Coordination of vulnerability management and patch management projects.

Your expertise:

• Standards Knowledge: Knowledge of ISO27001 and ISO27002, NIST or CIS.
• Professional Experience: 5-10 years in a cybersecurity role.
• IT Experience: Proficiency with common IT systems (Windows, VMware, Cisco, UNIX, Linux).
• Vulnerability & Malware Analysis: Experience with threat and attack analysis.
• Security Tools & Cloud Operations: Experience with WAF, Proxy, DNS, IDS, firewalls, data loss prevention, and cloud security operations.
• Vulnerability Management: The individual must have strong extensive background in working on vulnerability management and patch management projects.
• Proven work experience in cybersecurity and DevSecOps

Qualifications required:

• Technical proficiency: Extensive knowledge of the technical language and security tools (e.g., SIEM, EDR, XDR).
• Educational Background: Relevant degree or advanced diploma in Computer Science, Information Systems, Business, or equivalent experience.
• Certifications: Relevant certifications (CISSP, CISM, CEH, CompTIA Security+ or any other relevant certifications) are advantageous.

Other

Personal attributes:

• Analytical & Problem-Solving: Excellent analytical skills to address complex security issues.
• Communication: Outstanding written/verbal communication for reports, briefings, and collaboration.
• Project Management: Strong project management skills, including Scrum knowledge.
• Adaptability: Ability to work independently under tight timelines and adapt to changing environments.
• Global Collaboration: Ability to develop and maintain global working relationships.
• Technology Awareness: Stay updated with technology trends and news.
• Experience: Proven work experience in cybersecurity and DevSecOps.