Purpose of the Job
To lead the development and execution of strategies that enhance the bank’s information security posture.

Reports to:
Head of IT

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement information security policies, standards, and a comprehensive security strategy.
• Conduct risk assessments, gap analysis, and business impact analysis to manage and mitigate security risks.
• Lead the information security incident management program, focusing on prevention, detection, and response to security breaches.
• Serve as an internal consultant, advising on appropriate security controls and staying current on new technologies and regulations.
• Create and coordinate a bank-wide information security awareness program.
• Establish and maintain security policies, foster collaboration with vendors and auditors, and deliver critical security performance insights to executive leadership.
• Support the BCP team in preparing and aligning the bank’s disaster recovery plan with industry best practices.
• Provide timely support and resolution for IT system user issues.

Knowledge: Skills and Experience required for this Role

• Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Management Information Systems or a related area
• 7 to 8 years working experience in an Information Security Role
• Professional information security certification
• Interpersonal skills
• Organization skills
• Confidentiality
• Integrity
• Analytical skills.
• Systems knowledge