IT Security Specialist
Job Ref: IT 02/2013
The Position
Reporting to the Senior
Manager, IT Security, the Security Specialist will be responsible for
innovation, implementation and support of systems that provide the tools
for automating and securing the office environment throughout the KCB
business.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide access control permissions and rights to the various IT system applications
- Review logical rights & permissions to system access on a quarterly basis with business heads
- Harden the various operating, application and database systems.
- Carryout risk assessment and advice management on potential risks during new system implementation and business process re-engineering
- Carryout core banking system security functionalities including but not limited to user management
- Monitor audit logs of applications, operating systems and databases
The Person
- Bachelor’s degree in ICT or related field from a recognized university
- A post graduate qualification in a related field will be an added advantage
- Certification on any of CISM,CISSP, CCNA , CISA ,CASP or CompTia Security+
- A minimum of 3-4 years’ experience in Information Technology with hands on experience in Active Directory management, IT Security on operating systems and databases (Oracle, SQL, Unix)
- Working knowledge on network security and relevant network devices
- Demonstrate in-depth understanding of broad range of MS Windows servers and desktops operating systems.
- Wide knowledge of web application security.
- Exceptional planning and organizing skills
- Excellent problem analysis and attention to detail
- Good knowledge of various Banking operations
- Superb customer service and willingness to travel
- Knowledge of web programming languages (ASP, .NET, JavaScript, etc.) is an added advantage
The above position is a demanding role which the bank will provide a competitive package for the successful candidate.
If you believe you can
clearly demonstrate your abilities to meet the criteria given above,
please submit your application with a detailed CV, stating your current
position, remuneration level, e-mail address and telephone contacts
quoting the job title/reference in the subject field to
recruitment@kcb.co.ke.
To be considered your application must be received by 8th February 2013.
Only short listed candidates will be contacted.
