4 Cybersecurity Architect jobs in Nairobi
Senior Cybersecurity Architect
80100 Nairobi, Nairobi
KES85000 Annually
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Posted 2 days ago
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Our client is seeking a highly skilled and strategic Senior Cybersecurity Architect to design and implement robust security solutions. This is a fully remote position, allowing you to leverage your expertise to protect sensitive information and systems from anywhere. You will be responsible for developing comprehensive security architectures, policies, and procedures to safeguard the organization's digital assets. This role requires a deep understanding of current and emerging cyber threats, as well as the ability to translate business needs into effective security measures.
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Qualifications:
Responsibilities:
- Design, develop, and maintain the organization's cybersecurity architecture.
- Evaluate and recommend security technologies and solutions to address identified risks.
- Develop and implement security policies, standards, and procedures.
- Conduct security risk assessments and vulnerability analyses.
- Oversee the implementation of security controls across networks, systems, and applications.
- Develop and manage incident response plans and strategies.
- Provide guidance and expertise on cybersecurity best practices to IT and business teams.
- Stay current with the latest cybersecurity threats, trends, and technologies.
- Collaborate with other IT professionals to ensure security is integrated into all aspects of the IT infrastructure.
- Lead security awareness training initiatives.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Security, or a related field. Master's degree preferred.
- 7+ years of experience in cybersecurity, with a focus on architecture and design.
- Proven experience in designing and implementing enterprise-level security solutions.
- In-depth knowledge of network security, application security, data security, and cloud security.
- Experience with security frameworks (e.g., NIST, ISO 27001) and compliance standards.
- Proficiency in security assessment tools and techniques.
- Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills.
- Strong communication, presentation, and leadership abilities.
- Ability to work independently and manage priorities effectively in a remote environment.
- Relevant certifications such as CISSP, CISM, or CCIE Security are highly desirable.
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Principal Cloud Security Architect
80205 Nairobi, Nairobi
KES200000 Annually
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Our client, a global leader in secure digital solutions, is seeking an experienced and visionary Principal Cloud Security Architect to join their fully remote cybersecurity team. This is a critical role responsible for designing, implementing, and managing robust security architectures for our cloud-based infrastructure and services. You will lead the strategic direction of cloud security initiatives, ensuring the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of sensitive data and systems across multi-cloud environments (AWS, Azure, GCP). Your responsibilities will include developing and enforcing security policies, standards, and best practices for cloud deployments. You will conduct in-depth security risk assessments, identify vulnerabilities, and develop mitigation strategies. The role demands a strong understanding of cloud-native security controls, identity and access management (IAM), data encryption, network security, and security monitoring solutions. Experience with infrastructure as code (IaC) security, container security (Docker, Kubernetes), and threat modeling is highly desirable. You will collaborate with engineering and operations teams to integrate security seamlessly into the DevOps lifecycle (DevSecOps). The ideal candidate will possess excellent leadership qualities, strong communication skills, and the ability to influence stakeholders at all levels. You should be adept at navigating complex security challenges and articulating technical solutions clearly. This position requires a proactive and forward-thinking approach to cybersecurity, staying ahead of emerging threats and evolving cloud security landscapes. This is a fully remote position, offering the flexibility to work from anywhere in Kenya, with the initial context related to **Malindi, Kilifi, KE**.
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Senior Cybersecurity Analyst - Cloud Security
80301 Nairobi, Nairobi
KES6800000 Annually
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Posted 6 days ago
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Our client is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Cybersecurity Analyst specializing in Cloud Security to join their dynamic IT security team. This is a fully remote position, offering significant flexibility. The ideal candidate will possess a deep understanding of cloud environments (AWS, Azure, GCP) and expertise in identifying, assessing, and mitigating cybersecurity threats and vulnerabilities within these platforms. Your primary responsibilities will include developing and implementing robust cloud security strategies, policies, and procedures; conducting security assessments and penetration testing of cloud infrastructure; monitoring cloud environments for security incidents and responding effectively to breaches; and ensuring compliance with relevant security frameworks and regulations. You will work closely with cloud engineering and DevOps teams to embed security best practices throughout the cloud development lifecycle. This role requires a proactive approach to threat intelligence gathering, vulnerability management, and the implementation of security controls, such as identity and access management (IAM), data loss prevention (DLP), and security information and event management (SIEM) solutions tailored for cloud deployments. You will also be responsible for architecting and managing cloud security tools and technologies, including firewalls, intrusion detection/prevention systems (IDPS), and security orchestration, automation, and response (SOAR) platforms. The successful candidate will have a proven ability to analyze complex security challenges, develop innovative solutions, and communicate technical findings clearly to both technical and non-technical stakeholders. This is an excellent opportunity to contribute to the security posture of a forward-thinking organization operating in cutting-edge cloud technologies. Your expertise will be vital in safeguarding our client's digital assets and maintaining trust in their cloud-based services.
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Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Information Technology, or a related field.
- Minimum of 8 years of experience in cybersecurity, with at least 4 years focused on cloud security.
- In-depth knowledge of cloud security principles and best practices for AWS, Azure, or GCP.
- Experience with security assessment tools, vulnerability scanners, and penetration testing methodologies.
- Proficiency in scripting languages (e.g., Python, PowerShell) for security automation.
- Strong understanding of network security, endpoint security, and threat intelligence.
- Experience with SIEM, SOAR, IAM, and DLP solutions.
- Relevant certifications such as CISSP, CCSP, AWS Certified Security - Specialty, or Azure Security Engineer Associate are highly desirable.
- Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
- Ability to thrive in a fully remote work environment.
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Senior Network Security Engineer
80200 Nairobi, Nairobi
KES100000 Annually
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Posted 4 days ago
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Our client, a major player in the telecommunications sector, is seeking a highly skilled Senior Network Security Engineer to join their advanced, fully remote security operations center. This crucial role will be responsible for designing, implementing, and maintaining robust network security infrastructure to protect the company's critical assets and customer data. The ideal candidate will possess extensive experience in network security, a deep understanding of current threat landscapes, and a proven ability to manage security operations in a remote environment. You will play a key role in threat detection, incident response, and the continuous improvement of our security posture.
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Qualifications:
Responsibilities:
- Design, deploy, and manage network security solutions, including firewalls, intrusion detection/prevention systems (IDS/IPS), VPNs, and endpoint security.
- Monitor network traffic for security threats and anomalies, and respond to security incidents in a timely and effective manner.
- Conduct vulnerability assessments and penetration testing to identify and remediate security weaknesses.
- Develop and enforce security policies, standards, and procedures.
- Implement and manage security protocols for network access control and data protection.
- Collaborate with IT and operations teams to ensure security is integrated into all aspects of the network infrastructure.
- Stay up-to-date with the latest security threats, vulnerabilities, and technologies.
- Develop and maintain security documentation, including network diagrams and incident response plans.
- Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior security team members.
- Participate in on-call rotation for security incident response.
- Ensure compliance with relevant industry regulations and standards.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Cybersecurity, or a related field.
- Minimum of 6 years of experience in network security engineering.
- Proven experience with firewalls (e.g., Palo Alto, Cisco ASA), IDS/IPS, VPN technologies, and SIEM solutions.
- Strong understanding of TCP/IP networking, routing protocols, and network architecture.
- Experience with cloud security principles (AWS, Azure, GCP) is a plus.
- Relevant security certifications such as CISSP, CCNA Security, or CEH are highly desirable.
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to diagnose and resolve complex security issues.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively in a remote team environment.
- Experience in the telecommunications industry is an advantage.
- Ability to work independently and manage time effectively.
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