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Senior Officer - Cyber Security Recruitment at the Abuja Electricity Distribution Company,10th July, 2019


The Abuja Electricity Distribution Company (AEDC Plc), a reputable Electricity Distribution Company in Nigeria (backed by international investors and shareholders), is currently seeking experienced professionals to fill the vacant position below:     Job Title: Senior Officer - Cyber Security Location: Abuja Job Description

  • The role of this job holder is to ensure All ICT assets are specified, developed, deployed, maintained and operated to the highest well-known Information Security standards that foster a risk-mitigated business environment.
  • Carry out activities that enhance the security posture of the organisation.
Key Roles / Responsibilities Design, specify, deploy, operate and maintain IT assets to high security standards. Enforce cyber secure practices within the organization. Develop and deploy technical solutions that mitigate security vulnerabilities:
  • Contribute to Budget Preparation
  • Carry out Security Audits, Risk Analysis, Application and System Level Vulnerability Testing, Code Reviews, Patch Management
  • Research and Identify New Cyber Attack Risks from Industry Specific, Local and Global Perspectives
  • Carry out Discreet Audits on CCTV & Access Control Systems Operate in a 24/7 Security Operations Centre
  • Solve strategic and operational security issues
  • Own key IT security metrics and trends and report them to stakeholders
  • Implement corporate security standards, policies and practices fostering security awareness for all stakeholders and enhancing the organization’s maturity
  • Enforce data privacy, data integrity and availability of ICT assets, ensure access compliance to high security ICT infrastructure - i.e. data centres/ data archive centres.
Administrative/Supportive:
  • Provides Technical leadership for the Cyber Security Team
  • Build strong team to meet Corporate Cyber Security Requirements
  • Lead and mentor Team to ensure Professional growth
Requirements Education:
  • BSc./HND in Computer Science, Engineering, Physics, Mathematics and other Physical Science courses.
  • CCNP, CISA, CISSP/ CEH, Security or equivalent certifications will be an added advantage
  • Infrastructure and Networking Knowledge Essential
  • Software development background desirable
Experience:
  • Knowledge of Security as applied to Virtualized Environments and Cloud Computing
  • Knowledge of ISO 27001 Domains, COBIT Framework and Their Implementation
  • Application level vulnerability testing and web application security. Strong foundation and knowledge of network security, authentication, security protocols and applied cryptography. Code level security auditing a plus.
  • Minimum of 5 years cognate experience.
Required Skills/Competencies:
  • Good Communication, Presentation and Interpersonal Skills.
  • Discreet with Integrity
  • Self-Motivated with Focus on Results within Tight Deadlines
  • Developed People Skills.
  • Highly Agile with Ability to Work Extra Hours at Short Notice
  • Project Management Skills.
  • Good Analytical, Organizational & Multitasking Skills.
      How to Apply Interested and qualified candidates should: Click here to apply The Cover Letter should be addressed to: The MD/CEO, Abuja Electricity Distribution Company Plc, 1 Ziquinchor Street, Off IBB Way, Wuse Zone 4, Abuja, FCT. Attention: The Director, Corporate Services.   Application Deadline 22nd July, 2019   Note
  • All applications should include curriculum vitae and a cover letter.
  • The subject of your application should be position applied for. Failure to follow the instructions will lead to disqualification of your application.
  • Only soft copy of applications will be treated and shortlisted candidates will be invited for interview