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• Design and implement comprehensive information security architectures, policies, and procedures.
• Conduct thorough risk assessments, vulnerability analyses, and threat modeling exercises.
• Develop security standards and guidelines for cloud environments, applications, and networks.
• Oversee the selection and implementation of security technologies, including firewalls, IDS/IPS, SIEM, encryption, and endpoint protection.
• Lead incident response planning and execution, ensuring minimal impact from security breaches.
• Collaborate with development teams to ensure secure coding practices and integrate security into the SDLC (DevSecOps).
• Advise on data privacy and compliance with regulations such as GDPR, CCPA, and local data protection laws.
• Develop and deliver security awareness training programs for employees.
• Stay current with the latest cybersecurity threats, trends, and technologies.
• Provide expert guidance and mentorship to junior security professionals.
• Manage security architecture reviews and ensure alignment with business objectives and risk appetite.

• Master's degree in Computer Science, Information Security, Cybersecurity, or a related field.
• 10+ years of experience in information security, with a strong focus on security architecture and design.
• Extensive knowledge of security frameworks (e.g., NIST, ISO 27001), threat intelligence, and incident response.
• Proven experience in designing secure cloud environments (AWS, Azure, GCP) and implementing DevSecOps practices.
• Expertise in network security, application security, cryptography, and identity and access management (IAM).
• Relevant certifications such as CISSP, CISM, or SANS GIAC are highly desirable.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Strong leadership, communication, and collaboration abilities, particularly in a remote setting.
• Ability to effectively coordinate security efforts remotely, supporting operations in regions like **Naivasha, Nakuru, KE**, and globally.

Job Role: Information Security Engineer

Exp Required: Atleast 3+ Years of relevant work experience as Information Security engineer

Job type: Full time - Permanent

Job Location: Nairobi, Kenya

***KINDLY DO NOT APPLY IF YOU HAVE LESS THAN 3+ YEARS OF RELEVANT WORK EXPERIENCE IN INFORMATION SECURITY ENGINEER ROLE ***

***KINDLY DO NOT APPLY IF YOU ARE A NON KENYAN CITIZEN***ONLY KENYA CITIZENS WILL BE PREFERRED/CONSIDERED***

Job Summary:

Roles and responsibilities:

Security Architecture & Design

Develop, document, and maintain the enterprise security architecture, ensuring alignment with business goals and IT strategy.

Design security controlsand solutions for infrastructure, applications, networks, and cloud environments.

Evaluate new technologies and recommend secure integration into existing systems.

Implementation & Operations

Configure, deploy, and maintain securitytools (e.g., firewalls, IDS/IPS, SIEM, endpoint protection, vulnerability management).

Lead security configurations for servers, databases, applications, and network devices. Conduct regular vulnerability assessments, penetration testing, and remediation activities.

Governance, Risk, and Compliance

Assist in the development and enforcement of IT security policies, standards, and procedures.

Ensure compliance with applicable regulatory requirements (e.g., GDPR, PCI DSS, ISO 27001, Data Protection Act).

Support risk assessments and the creationof mitigation plans. Prepares the Governance, Risk, and Compliance reports

Incident Response & Monitoring

Act as a key technicallead in the detection, response, and recovery from security incidents.

Maintain and improvethe incident responseplaybook in collaboration with the outsourced CISO.

Conduct post-incident analysis to strengthen defences.

Collaboration & Reporting

Work closely with the outsourced CISO to align on security strategy and initiatives. Provide security status updates, risk assessments, and recommendations to the CIO. Partner with IT operations, development teams, and business units to embed security in all projects.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degreein Computer Science,Information Technology, Cybersecurity, or related field. Security certifications preferred (e.g., CISSP, CISM, CEH, CompTIA Security+, CCSP).
• Atleast 3+ years of relevant work experience as information security roles, with strong exposure to security architecture or engineering.
• Hands-on experience with security technologies (firewalls, SIEM, endpoint security, vulnerability scanners).
• Knowledge of cloud security (AWS, Azu1'e), network security, and application security best practices.
• Proven track record of working within a governance and compliance framework. Skills:
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and troubleshooting skills. Excellent communication and documentation abilities.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a hybrid oversight model.
• Technical depth in cybersecurity tools and architecture design.
• Strong understanding of IT infrastructure and software development lifecycle. Risk-based decision-making.
• Business acumen with the ability to balance security with operational needs.
• Strong communication skills
• We are looking for people who can join immediately to 30 days of notice period

Technical Skills Required: (Mandatory)

• Atleast 3+ years of relevant work experience in information security, with strong exposure to security architecture or engineering.
• Atleast 3+ Years of relevant work experience in information security roles with strong exposure to security architecture or engineering.
• Atleast 3+ Years of relevant work experience with security technologies (firewalls, SIEM, endpoint security, vulnerability scanners).
• Knowledge of cloud security (AWS, Azure), network security, and application security best practices.
• Technical depth in cybersecurity tools and architecture design.
• Strong understanding of IT infrastructure and software development lifecycle

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This is a permanent full time role

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• Design, implement, and maintain enterprise-level information security systems and controls.
• Develop and enforce security policies, standards, and procedures.
• Lead and manage security incident response activities, including investigation and remediation.
• Conduct regular security assessments, vulnerability scans, and penetration tests.
• Implement and manage security monitoring tools (SIEM, IDS/IPS).
• Develop and deliver security awareness training programs for employees.
• Evaluate and recommend new security technologies and solutions.
• Collaborate with IT and development teams to ensure security is integrated into the system lifecycle.
• Stay abreast of the latest cybersecurity threats, vulnerabilities, and trends.
• Provide expert guidance and technical leadership on security matters.
• Manage relationships with third-party security vendors.
• Ensure compliance with relevant regulations and industry standards.

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Cybersecurity, or a related field.
• Minimum of 8 years of progressive experience in information security.
• Proven expertise in network security, application security, cloud security, and data protection.
• Hands-on experience with SIEM, EDR, firewalls, vulnerability management, and incident response tools.
• Strong understanding of security frameworks such as NIST, ISO 27001, and GDPR.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with a keen eye for detail.
• Strong leadership and mentoring abilities.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills, capable of explaining complex security concepts.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fully remote setting.
• Relevant security certifications such as CISSP, CISM, or GIAC are highly desirable.
• Experience with scripting languages (e.g., Python, PowerShell) for automation is a plus.