FRC Jobs Information Security Administrator 

Information  Security Administrator Jobs at Financial Reporting Center

Vacancy No. FRC/13/2017

Position Description

Reporting to the Director IT Services, he/she is responsible of providing security of information/ data, infrastructure and risk services through use of innovative tools, techniques to prevent, detect and close down any emerging systems threats.

Information  Security Administrator Job Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain the information security policy and accompanying standards, procedures and guidance.
• Conduct a continuous assessment of current IT security practices and systems and identifying areas for improvement.
• Run security audits and risk assessments.
• Deliver new security technology approaches and implement next generation solutions.
• Oversee the management of the IT security department, giving leadership to the team and develop staff.
• Driving change projects and building new IT capabilities.
• Develop and implement business continuity plans to ensure service is continuous when a change programme is introduced or a security breach occurs or in the event that the disaster recovery plan needs to be triggered.
• Protect the intellectual property of the organisation at all times.
• Devise strategies and implement IT solutions to minimise the risk of cyber-attacks.
• Communicate digital programmes and strategy to a range of stakeholders.
• Promote security awareness by developing and implementing a security awareness and training programmes.
• Manage the IT security budget and communicating this with the appropriate parties.

Qualifications for the Information  Security Administrator Job

• A Bachelor’s degree in computer science; in computer software/computer systems engineering; electronics; or information technology.
• Four (4) to six (6) years’ Information Security experience in a financial institution, government agency, international organization or relevant private sector organization.
• Information Security certification will be an added advantage.

Additional Skills and Competencies

• Understanding of the FRC’s responsibilities together with a working knowledge of Kenya’s anti-money laundering and counter terrorism financing regime.
• A good working knowledge of information security including ISO/IEC 27001 Information Security Management Standard
• Communication, teamwork and negotiation skills.
• Problem-solving and good analytical skills.
• Flexibility and adaptability.
• Good organizational skills.
• Ability to work to tight deadlines under pressure.
• The ability to create and maintain strong working relationships with colleagues and stakeholders.
• Awareness of business IT requirements.
• A willingness to keep up to date with developments in new technology.

How to Apply

Interested applicants who meet the above requirements are advised to submit their applications via email to the email address esdfrc@kpmg.co.ke quoting the reference number of the vacancy on the subject line.

The application shall include:

1. A detailed CV
2. Current and expected remuneration
3. Contact information of three references
4. Scanned Copies of academic and professional certificates

Candidates will be required to obtain and submit copies of clearance certificates from the following organizations:

1. Kenya Revenue Authority
2. Higher Education Loans Board
3. Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission.
4. Criminal Investigation Department e) Credit Reference Bureau.