[Job Vacancy] Information Security Engineer at Interswitch Group

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Interswitch is an Africa-focused integrated digital payments and commerce company that facilitates the electronic circulation of money as well as the exchange of value between individuals and organisations on a timely and consistent basis. We started operations in 2002 as a transaction switching and electronic payments processing, and have progressively evolved into an integrated payment services company, building and managing payment infrastructure as well as delivering innovative payment products and transactional services throughout the African continent. At Interswitch, we offer unique career opportunities for individuals capable of playing key roles and adding value in an innovative and fun environment.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Information Security Engineer

Location: Lagos, NigeriaJob type: PermanentDepartment: Risk Management Group

Job Description

To conduct security assessments for Interswitch and design security systems and processes with specialization in network devices and servers (Linux and Windows).
To execute solutions and infrastructure security strategy with reference to information security and IT risk management programme.
To review reports, consolidate information and produce solutions and infrastructure security processes and procedures. To support implementation of required security measures.

Responsibilities

Develop security configurations baselines for network devices and Servers in line with global security best practices and regulatory and contractual requirements
Participate in identifying and minimizing financial impact of operational incidents through business impact analyses
Administer social engineering tests, collate and analyze results and prepare reports for management
Conduct vulnerability assessment and penetration testing on ISW network devices and servers
Analyze business processes and workflows to identify bottlenecks, redundant IT and Engineering tasks, routine and repetitive tasks and opportunities for increasing efficiency and automation
Review user admin documentations, suggest controls to be implemented and adopt a sequence of activities that allows for optimal efficiency and effective coordination
Support implementation of required security measures such as password policies, database user profiles and establishment of security control baselines for network devices and servers
Evaluate and identify any potential security threats to the business and to ensure the proper and robust risk mitigation systems are in place
Enforce security policies and procedures by administering and monitoring security profiles
Administer users’ logical access on systems and business application in line with provisions of policy and access control matrix
Gathers, monitors and analyses risk data as directed using established risk management models, systems and protocols and recommends further investigation

RequirementsAcademic Qualification:

University First Degree in Computer Science, Information Technology or other related fields

Experience:

At least 5 years’ relevant experience
Experience should include: Security audits to identify potential vulnerabilities related to network devices and servers, design or implementation of security requirements for network devices, servers and third party systems integrations (VPN) to ensure secure installation and operation.

How to ApplyInterested and qualified candidates should:Click here to apply

Application Deadline 8th April, 2023.