Cyber Security Specialist

Absa Bank Limited

Nairobi, Kenya
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Risk assessment and exposure analysis
Vulnerability management program execution
Incident response coordination
** Absa Bank Limited is seeking a Cyber Security Specialist in Nairobi, Kenya, to enhance its IT security processes and ensure compliance with cybersecurity regulations. The role involves risk assessment, monitoring vulnerabilities, and collaborating with various stakeholders to maintain a robust cybersecurity posture. **

Job Summary

  • The role drives IT Risk compliance to ensure all bank management data, processes, risks, and controls operate effectively.
  • Candidates will manage the vulnerability management program to identify, prioritize, and remediate vulnerabilities on time.
  • The position requires coordinating penetration tests and red team exercises with internal and external assessment teams.

Matching Summary

Match Score: 75

** Absa Bank Limited is seeking a Cyber Security Specialist in Nairobi, Kenya, to enhance its IT security processes and ensure compliance with cybersecurity regulations. The role involves risk assessment, monitoring vulnerabilities, and collaborating with various stakeholders to maintain a robust cybersecurity posture. **

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Risk assessment and exposure analysis
  • Vulnerability management program execution
  • Incident response coordination
  • Regulatory compliance adherence
  • Penetration testing coordination

Nice-to-have

  • Emerging cybercrime trend research
  • Strategic cybersecurity awareness creation
  • Board member sensitization coordination
  • Stakeholder engagement for remediation
  • Forward-looking risk identification

Key Requirements

  • B-degree in Computer Science or Information Technology
  • At least 5 years of technical experience
  • CISSP / CISM / CEH certification preferred

Work Rights

Not specified

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