• Application Deadline:
• Position: PCD - IT Security Officer



• Job Type Contract



• Qualification BA/BSc/HND



• Experience



• Location Rivers




• City Port Harcourt




• Job Field ICT / Computer 
  
  

Core responsibilities

• Threat prevention and response: Detect, prevent, and respond to cyber threats like malware or unauthorized access that could affect industrial operations.


• Security control management: Implement and maintain security controls for Process Control Domain (PCD) systems and related IT infrastructure.


• Risk and compliance management: Conduct risk assessments, manage deviations, and ensure compliance with cybersecurity management systems and procedures.


• Incident management: Handle PCD security incidents, which may include forensic analysis and remediation planning.


• System administration: Manage and administer PCD assets, including security patches, user access, and disaster recovery plans.


• Collaboration: Work with IT, engineering, and operations staff to balance security needs with operational requirements.


• Change management: Assist in the change management process by providing security assessments and approvals for changes to systems and networks.

Essential skills and knowledge

• Interested candidates should possess a Bachelor’s Degree with 5 years of experience.


• Expertise in industrial control systems (ICS) and OT security.


• Knowledge of cybersecurity technologies such as firewalls, endpoint security, and intrusion detection systems.


• Experience with security operations, including SIEM (Security Information and Event Management) systems.


• Understanding of relevant industry standards and regulations for industrial control systems.


• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.


• Good communication and collaboration skills to work with different teams.

Common tasks:

• Regularly review and update security policies and procedures.


• Perform vulnerability assessments and manage the remediation of identified gaps.


• Manage user access privileges and revoke access for employees who no longer require it.


• Support the planning and execution of maintenance activities for PCD-IT equipment.


• Maintain asset registers and other documentation for audit purposes.