Entry and Basic-level Jobs in Nairobi, Kenya

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Senior Officer, Information Security

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Nairobi, Kenya

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Equity Bank Kenya

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Nairobi, Kenya

UNHCR

Senior Resettlement Assistant

Nairobi, Kenya

Plan International

Communications Assistant - COSME Project

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Kenya Forestry Research Institute

CLOSED

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Nairobi, Kenya

World Food Programme

CLOSED

Security Intern

Nairobi, Kenya

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UNESCO

CLOSED

IT Assistant

Nairobi, Kenya

Senior Officer, Information Security

Closing: May 27, 2024

12 days remaining

Published: May 13, 2024 (2 days ago)

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Senior Officer, Information Security (Endpoint Security) is responsible for safeguarding the organization's devices, data, and network by deploying, monitoring, and maintaining endpoint security solutions. This role involves analysing security logs for threats, investigating and responding to security incidents, collaborating with the security team, and staying current on evolving cyber threats to ensure a comprehensive defence against cyberattacks.

KEY RELATIONSHIPS:

Direct Reports to this Role

  • N/A.

Customers of this Position

  • Information Technology team
  • All Staff
  • Auditors

Knowledge, Skills and Experience required for this Role

Minimum:

  • A degree in STEM or related field

At least one:

  • CISSP, CEH, CompTIA Security+, CompTIA Linux+, OSCP, CPENT, RHCE, RHCA, etc

Experience:

  • At least two (2) years’ experience in IT Security performing similar role, or
  • At least four (4) years’ experience in Systems Administration (Windows and Linux)

Competencies required for this Role:

  • Endpoint Security Expertise
  • Threat Intelligence Analysis
  • Incident Response
  • Vulnerability Management
  • Security Monitoring and Analysis
  • Analytical and Problem-Solving skills


Responsibilities
Senior Officer, Information Security (Endpoint Security) is responsible for safeguarding the organization's devices, data, and network by deploying, monitoring, and maintaining endpoint security solutions. This role involves analysing security logs for threats, investigating and responding to security incidents, collaborating with the security team, and staying current on evolving cyber threats to ensure a comprehensive defence against cyberattacks.

KEY RELATIONSHIPS:

Direct Reports to this Role

  • N/A.

Customers of this Position

  • Information Technology team
  • All Staff
  • Auditors

Knowledge, Skills and Experience required for this Role

Minimum:

  • A degree in STEM or related field

At least one:

  • CISSP, CEH, CompTIA Security+, CompTIA Linux+, OSCP, CPENT, RHCE, RHCA, etc

Experience:

  • At least two (2) years’ experience in IT Security performing similar role, or
  • At least four (4) years’ experience in Systems Administration (Windows and Linux)

Competencies required for this Role:

  • Endpoint Security Expertise
  • Threat Intelligence Analysis
  • Incident Response
  • Vulnerability Management
  • Security Monitoring and Analysis
  • Analytical and Problem-Solving skills


Financial - 10%

  • Prevent malware and phishing attacks that aim to steal financial data or trick users into fraudulent actions.

Consumer - 10%

  • Assisting internal users with security-related queries, concerns, and issues related to endpoints.
  • Troubleshooting and resolve endpoint security incidents to ensure minimal disruption to business operations.

Operational - 70%

  • Deploy, configure, and manage endpoint security software across all company devices (desktops, laptops, mobile devices).
  • Analyze security logs and events to identify potential security threats and vulnerabilities.
  • Investigate and respond to security incidents, including malware infections, phishing attempts, and unauthorized access attempts.
  • Maintain and update endpoint security policies and procedures.
  • Collaborate with the IT Security team to ensure a comprehensive security posture.
  • Stay up-to-date on the latest cyber threats and vulnerabilities.
  • Generate reports and communicate security metrics to relevant stakeholders.

Other - 10%

  • Any other duty assigned by the line manager


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