• Application Deadline:
• Position: IT Security Officer



• Job Type Full Time



• Qualification BA/BSc/HND



• Experience 5 years



• Location Lagos




• Job Field ICT / Computer 
  
  

• We are looking for an IT Security Officer who will play a critical role in safeguarding the organization's digital assets and infrastructure while ensuring compliance with various security standards and regulations.

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Assist Group IT Manager in defining the security strategy and documenting security policies, procedures, controls, and standards to ensure the organization's information security.


• Plan and conduct regular penetration tests and vulnerability assessments to identify weaknesses in the organization's systems and networks and deliver a remediation plan.


• Ensure compliance with industry standards, security regulations, and best practices to minimize risk and safeguard critical assets (e.g., ISO 27001, NIST).


• Audit security tools such as firewalls, intrusion detection systems, and antivirus software.


• Monitor security systems, logs, and alerts to detect and respond to security threats.


• Collaborate with IT teams & be current with securitv trends.

Requirements:

• Degree in computer science or equivalent.


• 5+ years of experience in an IT security domain.


• CompTIA SecuritY+ or similar foundational certifications


• Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH) certificate is a plus.


• Knowledge of networks and web application security