Senior Cybersecurity Officer at Caritas MFB

• Develop and implement the bank's cybersecurity strategy in alignment with business objectives and regulatory requirements.
• Lead and mentor the cybersecurity team to build a high-performing and responsive security function.
• Monitor access to all bank systems and maintains access control profiles on computer network and systems. Track documentation of access authorizations to all resources.
• Develop and/or maintain appropriate Segregation of Duties within and across all banking applications.
• Develop and manage the Information Security risk management strategy, framework, guideline and approach for the bank's systems and infrastructure landscape.
• Research and investigate measures that address data security risks and potential losses for reporting purposes.
• Install, modify, enhance, and maintain data system security software.
• Work on determining acceptable risk levels for the bank and ensuring the IT environments are adequately protected from potential risks and threats.
• Participate in development and implementation of the appropriate and effective controls to mitigate identified threats and risks.
• Conduct regular assessments of the cybersecurity program and recommend enhancements to senior management.
• Monitor, identify, and respond to cybersecurity threats and vulnerabilities across the bank's systems, networks, and applications.
• Develop and maintain an effective incident response plan, including coordinating investigations and reporting on security incidents.
• Conduct root cause analyses for security breaches and implement measures to prevent recurrence.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant regulatory requirements, including GDPR, PCI DSS, and local banking security standards.
• Conduct regular cybersecurity risk assessments and audits, providing recommendations for risk mitigation.
• Liaise with regulatory bodies, auditors, and other stakeholders on matters related to cybersecurity.
• Oversee the implementation of security tools, including firewalls, intrusion detection systems (IDS), endpoint protection, and data loss prevention (DLP) solutions.
• Ensure the secure configuration and patching of all IT systems and applications.
• Develop and enforce security policies, standards, and guidelines.
• Drive cybersecurity awareness programs for employees, and third-party partners.
• Conduct regular training sessions to ensure employees understand their role in maintaining the bank's security.
• Installation, configuration and upgrading of MS SQL server software and related products.
• Provide 7×24 ICT support
• Stay updated on the latest cybersecurity trends, technologies, and threat intelligence.
• Recommend and implement innovative solutions to enhance the bank's security posture.
• To perform any other duty as assigned in line with the organization goals and objective.

• Bachelor's degree in computer science, Information Technology, or related discipline
• Minimum 4 years in Information Technology with 3 years of Information and Cybersecurity relevant experience
• Information security certifications preferred: CISSP, CISM, CISA or Equivalent (Note - If not certified, willing to obtain the CISO approved IS/Cyber certification(s) in the first year of employment)
• Strong knowledge of Information Security concepts including, but not limited to, Audit
• Reviews, Risk Assessment, Awareness & Training, Identity Access & Management, Data
• Protection, Secure SDLC, Incident Management, Vulnerability Assessment, Third Party
• IS Assessment, Secure Configurations, Patch Management, etc.
• Thorough understanding of fundamental security related frameworks and network concepts
• Hands-on troubleshooting, analysis, and technical expertise to resolve incidents and service requests; previous experience in troubleshooting day-to-day operational processes such as security monitoring, data correlation, security operations will be an added advantage
• Ability to communicate effectively at different levels of the organization, and with various technical and business audiences.
• Excellent problem-solving abilities and analytical skills. Ability to see the big picture with high attention to critical details.
• Results oriented, can achieve desired outcomes independently and at appropriate priority levels

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