ICT Risk Officer at United Bank for Africa (UBA) Kenya
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Job Description
- The IT Security Manager is responsible for developing, implementing, and managing the bank’s information security strategy to protect systems, networks, and data. The role ensures alignment with the bank’s risk management framework, regulatory requirements, industry and group best practices.
Job Industry
Information And Communication Technology Services
Job Salary Currency
KESJob Salary Fixed
NoKey Deliverables
INFORMATION SECURITY STRATEGY & GOVERNANCE
- Develop and implement the bank’s information security strategy aligned with enterprise risk management.
- Establish security policies, standards, and procedures.
- Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements (e.g., central bank regulations, data protection laws).
- Report on security posture and risks to senior management and risk committees.
RISK MANAGEMENT
- Identify, assess, and mitigate IT and cybersecurity risks.
- Conduct regular risk assessments and vulnerability analyses.
- Integrate IT security into the bank’s overall risk management framework.
- Maintain risk registers and track remediation action
SECURITY OPERATIONS & INCIDENT MANAGEMENT
- Oversee security operations including monitoring, detection, and response.
- Lead incident response and investigation of security breaches.
- Ensure timely resolution and reporting of incidents.
- Coordinate disaster recovery and business continuity planning.
COMPLIANCE & AUDIT
- Ensure compliance with standards such as ISO 27001, PCI DSS, and regulatory guidelines.
- Coordinate internal and external security audits.
- Address audit findings and implement corrective actions
SECURITY ARCHITECTURE & CONTROLS
- Design and implement secure IT infrastructure and systems.
- Manage identity and access management (IAM), encryption, and network security controls.
- Oversee third-party/vendor security risk management
AWARENESS & TRAINING
- Promote security awareness across the bank.
- Conduct training programs on cybersecurity best practices.
- Foster a culture of security and risk awareness.
Professional Qualifications
| Industry | Qualification |
|---|---|
| Information And Communication Technology Services | Education: Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Cybersecurity, or related field. Master’s degree is an added advantage. Professional certifications such as: CISSP (Certified Information Systems Security Professional) CISM (Certified Information Security Manager) CRISC (Certified in Risk and Information Systems Control). Experience: Minimum 5–10 years of experience in IT security, preferably in banking or financial services. Experience in risk management and regulatory compliance. KEY COMPETENCY REQUIREMENTS Strong knowledge of cybersecurity frameworks and standards. Risk assessment and analytical skills. Leadership and stakeholder management. Incident response and crisis management. Excellent communication and reporting skills. High integrity and attention to detail. |
Application Process
Close Date
08/05/2026