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Senior Cyber Security Architect

Safaricom
On-site
Addis Ababa Addis Ababa Ethiopia

Role purpose:


Reporting to the EHOD Cyber Security and working closely with the Manager: Cyber Security Architecture. The ideal candidate will be responsible for overseeing and managing an organization’s cybersecurity measures to prevent cyber threats. This role involves designing, implementing, optimizing and maintaining Network and Endpoint security measures to protect our systems from cyber threats.


Key accountabilities and decision ownership:


·         Planning, researching and designing robust security architectures for any IT Systems and Networks (mobile and fix) project


·         Developing Technology Security controls and requirements for IT Systems and Networks (mobile and fixed networks)


·         Ensuring financial optimization of Technology Security Solutions


·         Providing Technology Security consultancy for technology and business projects


·         Developing and documenting Technology Security controls and requirements for IT Systems and Networks (mobile and fixed)


·         Providing technical supervision and guidance to the Technology Security team


·         Providing SME input to Technology Security Policy requirements and procedures


·         Supporting Technology Security awareness programs and educational efforts


·         Responding timeously to Technology Security-related incidents and providing a thorough post-event analysis


·         Providing accurate and timely reporting of architectural solutions, risk findings and propose remediation and mitigation options


·         Develop and implement comprehensive cybersecurity strategies to protect the organization’s digital assets.


·         Lead and manage a team of cybersecurity professionals, ensuring they are well-trained and equipped to handle various security challenges.


·         Create and enforce cybersecurity policies and procedures to ensure compliance with industry standards and regulations.


·         Develop and implement endpoint security strategies: Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define and implement effective endpoint security strategies, including antivirus software, firewalls, intrusion detection systems, encryption, and other security measures.


·         Collaborate with internal security experts, third-party sources, and suppliers to understand network and endpoint security requirements, controls, policies, and threats. Identify opportunities to eliminate risk, improve service capabilities, and reduce costs


·         Develop and implement incident response plans and procedures to quickly and effectively respond to security incidents and breaches.


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How To Apply


 


If you feel that you are up to the challenge and possess the necessary qualification and experience, kindly proceed to update your candidate profile on the career portal and then Click on the apply button. Remember to attach your resume.


 


The closing date for receiving applications is Tuesday November 06,2024