Information Security Manager
2025-07-09T16:53:51+00:00
Private
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FULL_TIME
Lusaka
Lusaka
10101
Zambia
Business Management and Administration
Computer & IT
2025-07-23T17:00:00+00:00
Zambia
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Position Summary:
The Information Security Manager will be responsible for safeguarding the organization's digital infrastructure. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience implementing and monitoring security controls, managing SIEM tools, and protecting cloud and network environments.
Key Responsibilities:
- Administer and maintain technical controls such as Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA), Role-Based Access Controls (RBAC), encryption, firewalls, and endpoint protection
- Conduct regular vulnerability assessments and manage external penetration testing engagements
- Implement and audit secure configurations in cloud environments like AWS and Microsoft Azure
- Monitor system alerts and respond to threats using SIEM and other security tools
- Develop and deliver employee cybersecurity awareness programs and training
- Collaborate with IT and operations to ensure secure systems architecture and compliance
- Assist with audits and respond to security-related queries from regulators or stakeholders
Qualifications and Experience:
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Cybersecurity, or a related field
- At least one of the following certifications is required:
- CISSP (Certified Information Systems Security Professional)
- CISM (Certified Information Security Manager)
- CEH (Certified Ethical Hacker)
- CompTIA Security+
- 3–5 years of practical experience in:
- Network and endpoint security administration
- Security operations in cloud-based environments
- Incident detection and response using SIEM tools
- Configuration of firewalls, intrusion detection/prevention systems (IDS/IPS), encryption, and patch management
Administer and maintain technical controls such as Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA), Role-Based Access Controls (RBAC), encryption, firewalls, and endpoint protection Conduct regular vulnerability assessments and manage external penetration testing engagements Implement and audit secure configurations in cloud environments like AWS and Microsoft Azure Monitor system alerts and respond to threats using SIEM and other security tools Develop and deliver employee cybersecurity awareness programs and training Collaborate with IT and operations to ensure secure systems architecture and compliance Assist with audits and respond to security-related queries from regulators or stakeholders
Qualifications and Experience: Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Cybersecurity, or a related field At least one of the following certifications is required: CISSP (Certified Information Systems Security Professional) CISM (Certified Information Security Manager) CEH (Certified Ethical Hacker) CompTIA Security+ 3–5 years of practical experience in: Network and endpoint security administration Security operations in cloud-based environments Incident detection and response using SIEM tools Configuration of firewalls, intrusion detection/prevention systems (IDS/IPS), encryption, and patch management
Qualifications and Experience: Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Cybersecurity, or a related field At least one of the following certifications is required: CISSP (Certified Information Systems Security Professional) CISM (Certified Information Security Manager) CEH (Certified Ethical Hacker) CompTIA Security+ 3–5 years of practical experience in: Network and endpoint security administration Security operations in cloud-based environments Incident detection and response using SIEM tools Configuration of firewalls, intrusion detection/prevention systems (IDS/IPS), encryption, and patch management
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Vacancy title:
Information Security Manager
[Type: FULL_TIME, Industry: Business Management and Administration, Category: Computer & IT]
Jobs at:
Private
Deadline of this Job:
Wednesday, July 23 2025
Duty Station:
Lusaka | Lusaka | Zambia
Summary
Date Posted: Wednesday, July 9 2025, Base Salary: Not Disclosed
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JOB DETAILS:
Position Summary:
The Information Security Manager will be responsible for safeguarding the organization's digital infrastructure. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience implementing and monitoring security controls, managing SIEM tools, and protecting cloud and network environments.
Key Responsibilities:
- Administer and maintain technical controls such as Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA), Role-Based Access Controls (RBAC), encryption, firewalls, and endpoint protection
- Conduct regular vulnerability assessments and manage external penetration testing engagements
- Implement and audit secure configurations in cloud environments like AWS and Microsoft Azure
- Monitor system alerts and respond to threats using SIEM and other security tools
- Develop and deliver employee cybersecurity awareness programs and training
- Collaborate with IT and operations to ensure secure systems architecture and compliance
- Assist with audits and respond to security-related queries from regulators or stakeholders
Qualifications and Experience:
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Cybersecurity, or a related field
- At least one of the following certifications is required:
- CISSP (Certified Information Systems Security Professional)
- CISM (Certified Information Security Manager)
- CEH (Certified Ethical Hacker)
- CompTIA Security+
- 3–5 years of practical experience in:
- Network and endpoint security administration
- Security operations in cloud-based environments
- Incident detection and response using SIEM tools
- Configuration of firewalls, intrusion detection/prevention systems (IDS/IPS), encryption, and patch management
Work Hours: 8
Experience in Months: 36
Level of Education: bachelor degree
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