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Project Manager – Biometric Solutions (ABIS/AFIS)

Department: Digital Identity Solutions

Reports To: Head of DI Technology

Location: Nairobi Office

Type: Full-Time

Job Purpose

The Project Manager will oversee the planning, execution, and successful delivery of biometric technology projects, with a strong focus on Automated Biometric Identification Systems (ABIS) and Automated Fingerprint Identification Systems (AFIS). The role requires hands-on experience in managing large-scale biometric implementations, especially within Banking and National ID programs. The candidate will ensure end-to-end project lifecycle management, client engagement, risk management, and compliance with contractual, regulatory, and technical standards.

Key Responsibilities

Project Planning & Execution

· Define project scope, deliverables, and success metrics in line with business and contractual objectives.

· Develop detailed project plans, schedules, and resource allocation.

· Lead project initiation/kick-off meetings, ensuring all stakeholders understand objectives and timelines.

Stakeholder & Client Management

· Act as the primary interface with clients, vendors, and internal teams.

· Conduct regular review meetings with banks, government agencies, and technology partners.

· Manage stakeholder expectations and ensure adherence to quality and compliance requirements.

Technical Oversight

· Oversee deployment and integration of ABIS/AFIS solutions with core banking, national ID registries, and other related platforms.

· Ensure biometric solutions meet performance benchmarks, interoperability standards, and data protection regulations.

· Collaborate with solution architects, engineers, and vendors to validate system design and deployment strategies.

Risk & Issue Management

· Identify and proactively mitigate risks related to technology, data security, and project timelines.

· Maintain risk registers, change control logs, and issue resolution frameworks.

Financial & Contract Management

· Track project budgets, invoices, and billing milestones.

· Prepare progress updates, executive dashboards, and financial forecasts for senior management.

Team Leadership & Coordination

· Lead and mentor multi-disciplinary project teams (developers, biometric engineers, QA testers, deployment specialists).

· Foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, and delivery excellence.

Qualifications & Experience

Education

· Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, IT, Engineering, or a related discipline.

· PMP, PRINCE2, or equivalent project management certification preferred.

Experience

· –10 years of project management experience, with minimum 3–5 years in biometric solutions (ABIS/AFIS, fingerprint, facial, or iris recognition).

· Direct involvement in at least one large-scale ABIS implementation for Banks or National ID projects.

· Proven ability to manage complex government or financial sector projects involving biometric technologies.

Skills & Competencies

· Strong leadership, negotiation, and communication skills with senior stakeholders.

· Proficiency in project management tools (MS Project, Jira, Trello, etc.).

· Knowledge of biometric modalities, matching algorithms, global standards, certifications, and system integration requirements.

· Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

· Delivery of biometric projects on time, within scope, and budget.

· Client satisfaction scores and stakeholder engagement.

· Compliance with project governance, technical, and regulatory standards.

· Reduced post-deployment escalations and system downtime.

• Design and implement secure cloud infrastructure architectures (AWS, Azure, GCP) and hybrid environments.
• Develop and enforce comprehensive network security policies, standards, and procedures.
• Architect and deploy security solutions for firewalls, intrusion detection/prevention systems (IDPS), VPNs, WAFs, and endpoint security.
• Conduct security risk assessments, vulnerability analysis, and penetration testing, and develop remediation strategies.
• Design and oversee the implementation of identity and access management (IAM) solutions, including multi-factor authentication (MFA) and single sign-on (SSO).
• Develop and implement security monitoring and incident response plans.
• Collaborate with IT operations, development teams, and business units in a remote setting to integrate security into all aspects of the organization.
• Stay abreast of the latest cybersecurity threats, vulnerabilities, and technologies, and proactively adapt security measures.
• Lead security architecture reviews and provide expert guidance on security best practices.
• Develop and maintain security documentation, including architecture diagrams, security policies, and incident response playbooks.
• Mentor and guide junior security analysts and engineers, fostering their technical growth.
• Manage security projects, ensuring timely and effective implementation of security initiatives.
• Evaluate and recommend new security technologies and solutions.
• Contribute to the development of the organization's overall cybersecurity strategy.
• Ensure compliance with relevant data protection regulations and industry standards (e.g., GDPR, ISO 27001, NIST).

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Cybersecurity, or a related field. Master's degree or equivalent experience highly preferred.
• Minimum of 8 years of progressive experience in information security, with a strong focus on security architecture and design.
• Proven expertise in designing and implementing secure cloud environments (AWS, Azure, GCP) and related security services.
• In-depth knowledge of network security principles, protocols, and technologies (TCP/IP, DNS, routing, switching, firewalls, VPNs).
• Experience with security assessment tools and methodologies, including vulnerability scanning and penetration testing.
• Strong understanding of IAM principles and technologies.
• Familiarity with security frameworks and compliance standards (NIST, ISO 27001, PCI DSS).
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills.
• Exceptional communication, collaboration, and presentation skills, essential for remote work.
• Ability to work independently, manage priorities, and lead complex security initiatives.
• Relevant certifications such as CISSP, CISM, CCSP, or cloud-specific security certifications are highly desirable.
• Experience with security incident response and forensics is a plus.
• Familiarity with scripting languages (e.g., Python, PowerShell) for automation is advantageous.
• Demonstrated leadership capabilities and a passion for cybersecurity.

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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• 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.

• Architecting, deploying, and managing security infrastructure, including firewalls, intrusion detection/prevention systems, VPNs, and SIEM solutions.
• Developing and enforcing security policies, standards, and procedures.
• Leading security assessments, penetration testing initiatives, and vulnerability management programs.
• Designing and implementing secure solutions for cloud environments (AWS, Azure, GCP).
• Developing and maintaining secure coding practices and application security testing processes.
• Orchestrating and leading incident response efforts during security breaches.
• Providing technical guidance and mentorship to junior security engineers and analysts.
• Evaluating and recommending new security technologies and tools.
• Collaborating with development and operations teams to ensure security by design.
• Reporting on security metrics, risks, and compliance status to senior management.

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Cybersecurity, or a related field.
• At least 7 years of experience in information security engineering and architecture.
• Extensive experience with security technologies such as SIEM, EDR, DLP, and IAM.
• In-depth knowledge of network protocols, cryptography, and security best practices.
• Proven experience with cloud security architecture and implementation.
• Experience with scripting and automation tools (e.g., Python, Ansible).
• Strong understanding of application security principles (OWASP Top 10).
• Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Relevant security certifications (e.g., CISSP, CISM, CCSP) are highly preferred.
• Ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced, remote environment.