Summary
Date Posted: 8th May 2019 , Base Salary: Not Disclosed

JOB DETAILS:
  JOB DESCRIPTION FOR IT SECURITY OFFICER
Purpose
Information system security officer establishes and enforces security policies to protect an organization’s computer infrastructure, networks, systems and ensure the confidentiality, integrity, and availability electronic information..

  Key duties
• Develop and carry out information security plans and policies
• Develop strategies to respond to and recover from a security breach
• Awareness training of the workforce on information security standards, policies and best practices
• Installation and use of firewalls, data encryption, and other security products and procedures
• Conduct periodic network scans and penetration testing, simulating an attack on the system to find exploitable weaknesses
• Monitor networks and systems for security breaches, through the use of software that detects intrusions and anomalous system behavior
• Lead incident response, including steps to minimize the impact and then conducting a technical and forensic investigation into how the breach happened and the extent of the damage

Skills and competencies
• Expertise in anti-virus software, intrusion detection, firewalls, and content filtering
• Knowledge of risk assessment tools, technologies, and methods
• Expertise in designing secure networks, systems and application architectures
• Disaster recovery, computer forensic tools, technologies and methods
• Planning, researching and developing security policies, standards, and procedures
• System administration, supporting multiple platforms and applications
• The IT security engineer should also have experience with and knowledge of Endpoint security solutions, including file integrity monitoring and data loss prevention
General skills include:
• The ability to multi-task
• A keen eye for detail
• Strong organizational skills
• The ability to thrive in fast-paced, high-stress situations
• The ability to communicate network security issues to peers and management

Job Qualifications: Degree, Masters Degree

  Education/certifications requirements
• Bachelor’s Degree in computer science or related field
• Having been in a similar position in an Insurance Company.
• Having a Master's Degree in Information Systems Security is an added advantage.
At least two years of experience in an information security function or possess at least one of below certifications:
• Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP)
• CISA – Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA)
• CISM – Certified Information Security Manager (CISM)
• CompTIA Security+

Job Experience Requirements: 2 years

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Job application procedure
  How to Apply
Candidates who fulfill the requirements are requested to submit an Application Letter indicating the position applied for, a signed CV, Copies of Academic and Professional Certificates and a Copy of ID or PP to email: abukuru@bk.rw  or submit hard copies to BK General Insurance Head Office not later than 17th May 2019.

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