• Application Deadline:
• Position: Cybersecurity Officer



• Job Type Full Time



• Qualification BA/BSc/HND



• Experience 3 - 5 years



• Location Rivers




• City Port Harcourt




• Job Field ICT / Computer 
  
  

Role Summary

• The Cybersecurity Officer is responsible for protecting the organization’s information systems, networks, and data from cyber threats.


• This role focuses on threat detection, prevention, and response, ensuring that all digital assets—including enterprise applications, cloud platforms, and user endpoints—are secure and compliant with industry standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Monitor networks, systems, and applications for security threats


• Conduct regular vulnerability assessments and penetration testing


• Track and manage remediation of identified risks and ensure timely patching of systems and applications


• Detect and respond to cybersecurity incidents (e.g., malware, phishing, breaches)


• Implement and manage security tools (firewalls, IDS/IPS, endpoint protection)


• Ensure secure configurations of systems and applications


• Support secure design of new systems and integrations


• Enforce access control policies (least privilege, role-based access)


• Ensure data encryption (at rest and in transit)


• Implement data loss prevention (DLP) strategies


• Manage backups and disaster recovery security


• Ensure compliance with security standards and regulations


• Educate staff on cybersecurity best practices


• Conduct phishing simulations and awareness campaigns

Skills and Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Cybersecurity, Information Technology, Computer Science


• 3–5+ years in cybersecurity or information security roles


• Experience in security monitoring, incident response, or risk management

Technical Skills:

• Security Tools


• SIEM tools (e.g., Splunk, Microsoft Sentinel)


• Firewalls and intrusion detection/prevention systems


• Endpoint security tools (EDR/XDR)


• Cloud security (Azure, AWS)


• Network security (VPNs, segmentation)


• Certifications (Preferred)


• CISM or CISA

Core Competencies:

• Protection of operational systems (e.g., depot systems, logistics platforms)


• Security of ERP platforms (e.g., Microsoft Dynamics)


• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills


• Attention to detail and quality


• Ability to work independently and in teams


• Good communication and stakeholder management skills.