Job Purpose Statement

This role will drive cyber security assurance and best practice in technology projects and systems, instilling security by design practices within the Group, and ensuring that existing and new Bank systems, products and technology is designed for security, and meet the Bank security standards. This role will also be responsible for developing security practices for a fast-paced and agile digital Banking environment, with focus on modern platforms and practices such as cloud computing, DevSecOps and micro-services architecture

Ideal Job Specifications

• 3+ years’ experience conducting IT compliance assessments and administering IT security controls in an organization.
• Knowledge of technical infrastructure, networks, databases and systems in relation to IT Security and IT Risk.
• Knowledge of information security best practice & compliance standards.
• Experience with modern technology platforms and practices, including agile development, micro services architecture, cloud computing and DevOps
• Experience with designing security frameworks and architectures.
• Relevant certifications in information security knowledge areas, such as Information Systems Audit, Information Security Management and Ethical Hacking.
• Knowledge of project management skills.

Job Purpose Statement

The purpose of this role is to perform internal controls reviews in order to ensure adherence to established procedures and controls and to identify process improvements in the bank’s operations units and branches contributing to maintaining a strong control environment. The role involves monitoring any open control issues and ensuring they are closed satisfactorily within the set deadlines preventing crystallization of losses and highlighting to senior management all concerns arising from failure of controls that could result in potential or actual losses

Ideal Job Specifications

Academic:

• Bachelor’s Degree from a recognized University

Professional Qualifications:

• Proficient in computer skills
• A good understanding of all core processes and knowledge of regulatory and statutory requirements
• A risk, compliance or audit related professional qualification as an added advantage
• Desired work experience:
• Minimum 5 years’ experience in Banking, with 3 years in Bank Operations or risk