Cyber Security Analyst - Security, Technology and Engineering at Access Bank

Job Roles

First line of defense for complicated IT systems. Take proactive role in the architecture, design, implantation and support of security focused resources to ensure safe operations

Functions and Responsibilities

Maintains the security of IT systems to prevent data breaches, keeping information safe from hackers, viruses, and other potential problems.
Identify, collect and Analyze data logs and perform risk assessments to find out which parts of the system have been compromised and where the dangers lie.
Testing and retesting of new Software and Hardware systems, in order to be sure they’re up to date and secure against possible dangers.
Documenting information security plans and policies.
Implement Network Intrusion Detection systems and supports backup programs.
Performs security system updates on a regular basis.
Take assessments and findings to generate reports and documenting outcomes.
Brainstorms on technical products used to facilitate cybercrime investigations and safety initiatives.
Provide support and maintenance on existing application.
Provide security assessments of anything from a physical security system to a web application.
Implement logical protections to protect the organization’s sensitive Information
Identify and define system security requirements
Document standard operating procedures and protocols.

Job Requirements
Education:

A good first degree in any discipline, preferably in Computer Science, Cyber Security and Information Technology.

Experience:

Minimum of 3 -5 years in banking / Information Technology institution with experience in Information Security and a strong knowledge of Windows/Linux, database and virtualized/physical server environments

Certification(s):

CCSA, CCSE, CCSP, CEH, Window Azure Security, Window Servers, IT certification and other security professional qualification will be an added advantage

Skills/Competencies:

Experience with network security, network technologies, system security and network monitoring tools.
Hands on experience in security systems, firewalls, intrusion detection systems, DDOS solutions, authentication systems, log management, content filtering, SIEM, vulnerability-scanning, web gateway, proxy appliances, NAC, and antivirus tools etc.
Experience in building and maintaining security systems
Proven work experience as a system security engineer or information security engineer
Thorough understanding of the latest security principles, techniques, and protocols.
Detailed technical knowledge of database and operating system security.
Excellent Communications skills to enable rapport to be built with Stakeholders and colleagues
Ability to present both in the written form and orally and adapt communication style to the audience
Familiarity with web related technologies (Web applications, Web Services, Service Oriented Architectures) and of network/web related protocols
Superior breadth of experience in network administration and information security.