Information and Communications Technology Security Specialist Full Time NEW

Job Description
The incumbent is required to provide specialized technical services in the administration and maintenance of the security of all ICT infrastructure of the Ministry/Department. Duties include: providing specialist ICT security advice to the Ministry/Department; developing ICT policy and procedures; monitoring and enabling secure operations for all technology infrastructure of the Ministry/Department; assisting with security implementations; performing ICT security audits and reviews; and supervising other ICT technical and support staff.
Key and Critical Responsibilities
Conduct security risk and vulnerability assessments for all business and operational software applications and all ICT installations within the Ministry/Department; recommend appropriate security strategies and controls; investigate suspected attacks; and manage security incidents.
Plan and execute programmes to review IT security activities, processes and services within the ICT function to ensure compliance with established security policies and procedures; report on conformance; and make recommendations for fixes and improvements.
Investigate security breaches in accordance with established procedures and recommend the required corrective actions; assist users with the management of their security access and controls; implement agreed user security; and maintain security records and documentation.
Provide inputs to the service continuity planning process of the Ministry/Department and assist with implementation of the resulting plan.
Keep abreast of technical developments in IT networks and infrastructure, including intrusion detection and protection, security management, vulnerability assessment and identity management, to provide advice to improve security.
Perform other related duties as assigned.

Key Competencies
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Knowledge

Considerable knowledge of security for software applications, computer networks and IT infrastructure.
Knowledge of relevant IT security solutions, such as CheckPoint.
Knowledge of project management tools and techniques.
Some knowledge of the tools and techniques required for the management and control of ICT within an organisation.

Skills and Abilities

Ability to supervise technical and support staff.
Ability to think creatively and to analyse IT security problems and incidents.
Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
Ability to promote teamwork and manage conflict.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with colleagues.
Ability to interact positively with members of the public and external stakeholders.

Minimum Experience and Training

Minimum of three (3) years experience in the area of ICT, including at least two (2) years experience in securing ICT systems.
Training as evidenced by the possession of a recognised Bachelors Degree in Computer Science, Computer Information Systems, Information Systems Management, Computer Engineering or a related area.
Certification in information technology security management, such as the CCNA Security or Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP).