System and Information Security Specialist : Careers in Ghana

Field Technical Engineer

Role Type System and Information Security Specialist
Role
Description
The Role of the On Site Systems and Information and security specialist is to implement security policies and procedures which safeguard the integrity of and access to enterprise systems, and files.

The responsibilities include:

•Maintain security policies, standards and procedures; ensuring company meets compliance with external requirements;
•Assist in the continual security awareness education and training;
•Facilitate control and compliance initiatives, such as third party reviews and due diligence;
•Prepare and submit required security/compliance related reports as needed;
•Conduct risk assessment audits with client auditors and related agencies;
•Keep abreast of latest security and privacy regulations, and advisories;
•Assist with change control processes to ensure changes are properly recorded;
•Strong interpersonal skills are required;
•Excellent written and verbal communication skills are required;
•Overnight travel to alternate facilities;
•Ability to obtain and maintain a government security clearance required.

Role Skill Set Requirement:
•Degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field required
•Understanding of advanced computer network threats and attacks
•Strong technical skills to include: application and operating system hardening, vulnerability assessments, security audits, TCP/IP, intrusion detection systems, firewalls.
•Must possess a high degree of integrity and trust along with the ability to work independently
•Minimum 10 yrs of experience in support of ICT infrastructure and Data
Centre Security policies, procedures and compliance
•Ability to weigh business risks and enforce appropriate information security measures

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