425 Cybersecurity Auditor Roles jobs in Kenya
Information Security Analyst - Cloud Security Specialist
Posted 2 days ago
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Our client is seeking a skilled Information Security Analyst with a specialization in Cloud Security to join their remote security operations team. This position is vital for protecting the organization's digital assets and ensuring the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of cloud-based systems and data. You will be responsible for implementing and managing security controls across various cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure, GCP), conducting security assessments, and responding to security incidents. Key responsibilities include developing and enforcing cloud security policies and procedures, performing vulnerability scans and penetration testing, and monitoring security alerts and logs. You will also play a key role in cloud architecture reviews to ensure security best practices are integrated from the design phase. The ideal candidate possesses a strong understanding of cloud security principles, identity and access management (IAM), data encryption, network security, and security monitoring tools. Experience with security frameworks such as NIST, ISO 27001, or SOC 2 is highly desirable. A Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field, coupled with at least 5 years of experience in information security, with a significant focus on cloud security, is required. Relevant certifications such as CISSP, CCSP, or cloud-provider specific security certifications are a strong plus. This is a fully remote role, requiring excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills. You must be able to work effectively independently, manage multiple priorities, and contribute to a robust security posture in a dynamic environment. If you are a dedicated security professional passionate about cloud security and seeking a challenging remote opportunity, we encourage you to apply.
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Senior Information Security Analyst (Information Security)
Posted 11 days ago
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Our client is looking for a proactive and skilled Senior Information Security Analyst to bolster their cybersecurity defenses. This role is integral to protecting the organization's digital assets, ensuring the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of sensitive information. The ideal candidate will possess a deep understanding of cybersecurity principles, threat landscapes, and vulnerability management. Key responsibilities include monitoring security systems for suspicious activities, conducting in-depth security investigations, and responding to security incidents. You will perform regular vulnerability assessments and penetration tests, identify potential weaknesses, and develop remediation plans. This role also involves staying abreast of the latest cybersecurity threats and trends, implementing security best practices, and contributing to the development and refinement of security policies and procedures. You will collaborate with IT teams to ensure secure system configurations and assist in security awareness training for employees. Experience with security information and event management (SIEM) tools, intrusion detection/prevention systems (IDPS), and firewalls is essential. A strong understanding of network security, cloud security, and data privacy regulations is highly desirable. This position requires excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team. This role offers the flexibility of remote work, allowing you to contribute to enhancing security posture from anywhere, supporting operations in Nakuru, Nakuru, KE .
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Senior Information Security Analyst - Cloud Security Specialist
Posted 17 days ago
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Our client is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Information Security Analyst specializing in Cloud Security to join their dynamic, remote-first team. In this pivotal role, you will be instrumental in safeguarding our organization's digital assets and sensitive data across various cloud environments. You will be responsible for designing, implementing, and maintaining robust security controls, policies, and procedures to protect against evolving cyber threats. This is a fully remote position, offering the flexibility to work from anywhere within Kenya, though it requires significant collaboration with teams across different time zones. You will conduct regular security assessments, vulnerability scans, and penetration tests to identify potential weaknesses and recommend remediation strategies. Developing and delivering security awareness training to employees will also be a key responsibility, fostering a culture of security throughout the organization. The ideal candidate will possess a deep understanding of cloud security best practices, including AWS, Azure, or GCP, and have hands-on experience with security information and event management (SIEM) tools, intrusion detection/prevention systems (IDPS), and firewalls. You will stay abreast of the latest security trends, threats, and technologies, proactively adapting our security posture. Incident response and forensic analysis are also core components of this role, requiring you to lead investigations and manage breaches effectively. Collaboration with IT operations, development teams, and other stakeholders to integrate security into the entire system development lifecycle is crucial. This role demands excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, strong communication abilities, and the capacity to work independently and as part of a distributed team. If you are a passionate cybersecurity professional looking for a challenging and rewarding remote opportunity in **Machakos, Machakos, KE**, we encourage you to apply.
Responsibilities:
Responsibilities:
- Develop and implement comprehensive cloud security strategies and architectures.
- Conduct regular security audits, risk assessments, and compliance checks.
- Manage and monitor security systems, including SIEM, IDS/IPS, and endpoint protection.
- Lead incident response efforts, including investigation, containment, and remediation.
- Design and enforce security policies and procedures across the organization.
- Provide security guidance and support to development and operations teams.
- Stay updated on emerging threats and vulnerabilities, and implement proactive defenses.
- Contribute to the development of security awareness training programs.
- Ensure compliance with relevant data protection regulations.
- Collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams in a remote environment.
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Security, or a related field.
- 5+ years of experience in information security, with a focus on cloud security.
- Proficiency in cloud security platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP).
- Experience with security tools such as SIEM, IDS/IPS, WAF, and endpoint security solutions.
- Strong understanding of network security principles, cryptography, and authentication protocols.
- Experience in incident response, digital forensics, and threat intelligence.
- Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
- Relevant security certifications (e.g., CISSP, CCSP, cloud-specific security certifications) are a plus.
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Senior Information Security Analyst - Compliance
Posted 17 days ago
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Our client is seeking a diligent and experienced Senior Information Security Analyst with a focus on compliance and risk management. This role is office-based, requiring your presence within our Machakos, Machakos, KE location to foster close collaboration and ensure robust security practices. You will be responsible for implementing and maintaining information security policies, procedures, and controls to protect the organization's assets and ensure compliance with relevant regulations (e.g., GDPR, ISO 27001, PCI DSS). The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of security frameworks, risk assessment methodologies, and incident response. You will conduct security audits, vulnerability assessments, and penetration tests, and develop remediation plans. Key responsibilities include:
- Developing, implementing, and enforcing information security policies and procedures.
- Conducting regular risk assessments and vulnerability analyses to identify potential security threats.
- Managing and overseeing security audits, ensuring compliance with industry standards and regulations.
- Developing and executing incident response plans to effectively address security breaches.
- Monitoring security systems and logs for suspicious activities.
- Recommending and implementing security controls and technologies to mitigate risks.
- Providing security awareness training to employees.
- Staying current with emerging security threats, vulnerabilities, and best practices.
- Collaborating with IT and other departments to integrate security into all aspects of operations.
- Managing relationships with third-party security vendors.
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Information Security Analyst
Posted 19 days ago
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Our client, a rapidly expanding technology firm, is seeking a vigilant and skilled Information Security Analyst to join their fully remote cybersecurity team. This critical role involves protecting the organization's digital assets from cyber threats, ensuring data integrity, and maintaining the confidentiality and availability of information systems. You will be responsible for monitoring security systems, detecting and responding to security incidents, conducting vulnerability assessments, and implementing security measures to mitigate risks. A deep understanding of cybersecurity principles, network security, and threat intelligence is essential. The ideal candidate will possess strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to stay ahead of evolving cyber threats. This is a remote-first position, allowing you to work effectively from Nyeri, Nyeri, KE , and collaborate with a global team. We are looking for a proactive individual who is passionate about cybersecurity and committed to maintaining a secure digital environment. Responsibilities include developing and enforcing security policies, conducting security awareness training, and staying current with the latest security technologies and best practices. If you are an experienced security professional looking for a challenging and rewarding remote career, we encourage you to apply.
Key Responsibilities:
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Key Responsibilities:
- Monitor security infrastructure for suspicious activities and potential threats.
- Investigate and respond to security incidents in a timely and effective manner.
- Conduct vulnerability assessments and penetration testing.
- Implement and manage security controls and technologies.
- Develop and update security policies and procedures.
- Perform regular security audits and compliance checks.
- Stay abreast of emerging cybersecurity threats and trends.
- Provide security awareness training to employees.
- Collaborate with IT teams to ensure secure system configurations.
- Contribute to the development of the organization's overall security strategy.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Cybersecurity, or a related field.
- Minimum of 3 years of experience in information security or cybersecurity.
- Strong knowledge of network security, firewalls, intrusion detection/prevention systems.
- Familiarity with security frameworks (e.g., NIST, ISO 27001).
- Experience with security monitoring tools and SIEM solutions.
- Certifications such as CISSP, Security+, CEH are a plus.
- Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
- Ability to work independently and effectively in a remote environment.
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Lead Information Security Analyst
Posted 19 days ago
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Our client is seeking an accomplished Lead Information Security Analyst to champion and oversee their security posture in a fully remote capacity. This pivotal role involves protecting sensitive data, systems, and networks from evolving cyber threats. You will be responsible for developing, implementing, and managing comprehensive security strategies, policies, and procedures. The Lead Analyst will conduct risk assessments, vulnerability analyses, incident response, and security awareness training. This is a remote-first position, designed for a proactive and experienced security professional who can lead initiatives and collaborate effectively with distributed teams.
Key Responsibilities:
Qualifications:
Key Responsibilities:
- Develop and implement information security policies, standards, and procedures.
- Conduct regular risk assessments and vulnerability scans of IT infrastructure.
- Oversee and manage incident response activities, including investigation, containment, and remediation.
- Design and implement security controls to protect against unauthorized access, use, disclosure, disruption, modification, or destruction.
- Monitor security alerts and events, and respond to security incidents in a timely manner.
- Develop and deliver security awareness training programs for all employees.
- Stay abreast of the latest cybersecurity threats, trends, and technologies.
- Lead security audits and ensure compliance with relevant regulations and standards.
- Collaborate with IT and other departments to integrate security into all aspects of operations.
- Manage relationships with third-party security vendors and service providers.
- Mentor junior security team members.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Cybersecurity, or a related field.
- Minimum of 7 years of experience in information security, with at least 3 years in a lead or senior analyst role.
- In-depth knowledge of security frameworks (e.g., NIST, ISO 27001), threat modeling, and risk management.
- Hands-on experience with security tools such as SIEM, IDS/IPS, firewalls, and endpoint detection and response (EDR).
- Proven ability in incident response, digital forensics, and malware analysis.
- Strong understanding of network security principles, protocols, and technologies.
- Experience with cloud security (AWS, Azure, GCP).
- Relevant security certifications such as CISSP, CISM, or GIAC are highly preferred.
- Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
- Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to explain complex technical concepts to non-technical audiences.
- Demonstrated leadership capabilities and experience managing remote teams.
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Senior Information Security Analyst - Remote Defense
Posted 12 days ago
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Our client is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Information Security Analyst to join their dedicated cybersecurity team. This is a fully remote position, offering a critical role in safeguarding our client's digital assets and infrastructure. As a Senior Information Security Analyst, you will be responsible for identifying and mitigating security risks, developing and implementing security policies, and responding to security incidents. Your role will involve conducting vulnerability assessments, penetration testing, security audits, and recommending remediation strategies. You will also play a key role in developing and delivering security awareness training programs for employees. This position requires a deep understanding of cybersecurity principles, best practices, and various security technologies, including firewalls, intrusion detection/prevention systems, and encryption. The ability to analyze complex security threats, respond effectively to incidents, and communicate technical information clearly to both technical and non-technical audiences is paramount. You will contribute significantly to strengthening the organization's overall security posture. The ideal candidate will possess relevant industry certifications, a proven track record in information security, and the ability to excel in an autonomous, remote work environment. This is an exceptional opportunity for a dedicated security professional looking to make a substantial impact on the security of a growing organization. Responsibilities include:
This role is based in Machakos, Machakos, KE , but is a fully remote position.
- Conducting regular vulnerability assessments and penetration tests across networks and systems.
- Developing, implementing, and enforcing information security policies, standards, and procedures.
- Monitoring security alerts and responding to security incidents in a timely and effective manner.
- Investigating security breaches and analyzing root causes to prevent recurrence.
- Designing and implementing security controls to protect sensitive data and systems.
- Reviewing and analyzing security logs and events for suspicious activity.
- Staying current with the latest cybersecurity threats, vulnerabilities, and technologies.
- Developing and delivering security awareness training to employees.
- Collaborating with IT teams to ensure secure system configurations and implementations.
- Assisting in the development and maintenance of disaster recovery and business continuity plans.
- Conducting security audits and ensuring compliance with relevant regulations.
- Recommending and implementing security enhancements and solutions.
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Cybersecurity, or a related field.
- 5+ years of progressive experience in information security.
- Proven experience in vulnerability management, incident response, and security operations.
- In-depth knowledge of cybersecurity principles, frameworks (e.g., NIST, ISO 27001), and best practices.
- Proficiency with security tools such as SIEM, firewalls, IDS/IPS, and endpoint security solutions.
- Relevant security certifications such as CISSP, CISM, CEH, or CompTIA Security+ are highly desirable.
- Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to explain complex technical concepts.
- Ability to work independently, manage time effectively, and maintain high productivity in a remote setting.
- Experience in cloud security (AWS, Azure, GCP) is a significant plus.
- High level of integrity and discretion.
This role is based in Machakos, Machakos, KE , but is a fully remote position.
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Information Security Analyst - Network Defense
Posted 3 days ago
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Our client is seeking a vigilant and skilled Information Security Analyst to bolster their defense capabilities. This role offers a Hybrid work model, blending remote flexibility with essential on-site collaboration. You will be at the forefront of protecting our digital assets, identifying and mitigating cyber threats, and ensuring the integrity and confidentiality of our data. Key responsibilities include monitoring security systems, conducting vulnerability assessments, analyzing security incidents, and developing incident response plans. You will also be involved in implementing and maintaining security policies and procedures, as well as educating staff on security best practices. A deep understanding of network protocols, firewalls, intrusion detection systems, and encryption techniques is crucial. Experience with SIEM tools and security frameworks (e.g., ISO 27001, NIST) is highly desirable. The ideal candidate will possess strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with a meticulous attention to detail. You must be able to work effectively both independently and as part of a security-focused team. This position requires excellent communication skills, as you will need to report findings and recommendations to both technical and non-technical stakeholders. The role will involve occasional on-site work at our facilities in Bungoma, Bungoma, KE , requiring physical presence for specific tasks and team meetings. We are looking for a proactive individual committed to staying ahead of the ever-evolving threat landscape and ensuring robust security posture.
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Information Security Analyst - Threat Intelligence
Posted 10 days ago
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Our client is seeking a dedicated and analytical Information Security Analyst with expertise in threat intelligence to join their fully remote security operations team. In this vital role, you will be at the forefront of identifying, analyzing, and mitigating emerging cyber threats to protect the organization's digital assets. You will be responsible for monitoring security alerts, investigating suspicious activities, and conducting in-depth analysis of malware, phishing attempts, and other security incidents. Key responsibilities include gathering and analyzing threat intelligence from various sources, such as security feeds, dark web monitoring, and open-source intelligence (OSINT). You will develop and maintain threat profiles, create detection rules, and provide actionable intelligence to incident response teams. A strong understanding of common attack vectors, intrusion techniques, and security best practices is essential. Experience with security information and event management (SIEM) systems, intrusion detection/prevention systems (IDPS), and endpoint detection and response (EDR) solutions is highly desirable. The ability to interpret complex data, identify patterns, and communicate findings clearly and concisely to both technical and non-technical audiences is crucial. This is a fully remote position, requiring excellent self-management, communication, and collaboration skills. You will work in a fast-paced environment, responding effectively to security events and contributing to the continuous improvement of the organization's security posture. We are looking for a proactive, detail-oriented individual with a passion for cybersecurity and a commitment to staying ahead of evolving threats. If you are driven by a desire to protect systems and data from malicious actors in a dynamic, remote setting, this is an exceptional opportunity.
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Principal Information Security Analyst
Posted 19 days ago
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Our client, a rapidly growing FinTech company, is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Principal Information Security Analyst to lead their fully remote cybersecurity initiatives. This senior role is crucial for safeguarding the company's digital assets, intellectual property, and customer data against evolving cyber threats. You will be responsible for developing and implementing comprehensive security strategies, policies, and procedures across the organization. Your duties will include conducting advanced threat analysis, vulnerability assessments, penetration testing, and security audits. You will lead the design and deployment of cutting-edge security technologies, including SIEM, SOAR, EDR, and cloud security solutions. A significant part of your role will involve developing and managing incident response plans, coordinating responses to security breaches, and conducting post-incident forensic analysis. You will also be instrumental in ensuring compliance with relevant data protection regulations and industry standards. This position requires a deep understanding of cybersecurity principles, threat landscapes, risk management frameworks (e.g., NIST, ISO 27001), and secure coding practices. Experience with cloud security (AWS, Azure, GCP), network security, application security, and data privacy is essential. You will mentor junior security analysts, lead security awareness training programs, and collaborate closely with IT, engineering, and legal teams. This is a fully remote position, offering a flexible and impactful career opportunity. While the role is remote, an awareness of the regulatory and business context within **Eldoret, Uasin Gishu, KE** can inform security posture development. The ideal candidate will possess a Master's degree in Computer Science, Information Security, or a related field, with a minimum of 10 years of progressive experience in information security, with a strong emphasis on threat detection, incident response, and security architecture. Proven experience in a leadership role within cybersecurity is mandatory. Industry certifications such as CISSP, CISM, GIAC, or OSCP are highly preferred. Exceptional analytical, problem-solving, and strategic thinking skills are essential, along with outstanding communication and interpersonal abilities. You should be capable of working autonomously, leading complex security projects, and driving a strong security culture within a distributed organization.
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