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Job Description

Job Title – Senior Officer Data Security

As a Data Security Specialist with 3–4 years of experience, you'll be instrumental in securing

our institution’s internal servers, network infrastructure, and data assets. You'll oversee daily

protection, conduct periodic audits, and assist the IT team with ongoing operations.


Key Responsibilities

1. Daily Security Monitoring & Maintenance

 Monitor and maintain security tools: firewalls, IDS/IPS, antivirus, and encryption

systems.

 Review security logs/alerts daily to detect anomalies, escalate incidents promptly.

 Ensure patching of OS, network devices, and servers regularly.

 Manage user access controls: permissions, password policies, onboard/offboard

procedures.


2. Periodic Audits

 Conduct weekly or monthly security audits on server and network configurations and

firewall rules.

 Perform vulnerability assessments and ensure remediation of identified issues.

 Audit encryption and backup systems to verify data integrity and restore capability.

 Document findings, implement corrective recommendations, and report compliance

status.


3. Incident Response & Remediation

 Assist in analyzing and responding to security incidents or suspected breaches.

 Maintain incident logs and contribute to root cause analysis and follow-up actions.


4. Collaboration & Support

 Work with the IT team on system deployments, ensuring security is integrated from

the start.

 Support IT in regular tasks such as service desk security tickets and user support.


5. Policy & Training

 Update and maintain security policies, procedures, and documentation.

 Conduct security awareness sessions for staff.


Qualifications & Skills

Education & Certifications

 Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, IT, Cybersecurity, or related field.

 Professional certifications like CISSP, CISM, CISA, CEH or equivalent highly

desirable.


Experience

 3–4 years in data/information security, system administration, or network security.

 Experience with security audits, vulnerability scanning, incident handling, and access

management.


Technical Skills

 Proficiency in firewalls, IDS/IPS, SIEM, endpoint protection, and encryption

technologies.

 Hands-on experience with vulnerability scanners and patch management tools.

 Familiarity with security frameworks and regulations (e.g., ISO 27001, NIST, GDPR,

HIPAA).

 Basic scripting or automation skills (e.g., Python, PowerShell) preferred.

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