IT Security Specialist -Applications
Kampala, Uganda * FULLTIME
DFCU UGANDA
Reports to: Manager IT Security Governance
KEY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
• Conduct vulnerability assessments and penetration testing on applications.
• Identify and remediate security weaknesses in application designs, code, and configurations. This is for both new implementations and also for those undergoing changes.
• Collaborate with developers to integrate security into the Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC).
• Investigate and respond to application security incidents, such as breaches or malware infections.
• Perform root cause analysis and recommend preventative measures.
• Ensure applications comply with security standards (e.g., OWASP Top 10, ISO 27001, or PCI-DSS).
• Develop and enforce application security policies and guidelines.
• Deploy and manage tools like Web Application Firewalls (WAFs), Static and Dynamic Application Security Testing (SAST/DAST) tools, and runtime protection tools.
• Continuously monitor application activity for anomalies or suspicious behaviour.
• Educate developers and stakeholders on application security risks and best practices.
• Work with cross-functional teams, including developers, DevOps, and BT teams, to address security issues.
• Communicate risks and solutions to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Stay updated on emerging application security threats and technologies.
• Recommend and implement improvements to enhance application security posture
QUALIFICATIONS / SKILLS
• Minimum: Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Information Technology, or a related numerical sciences field.
• Preferred: Master’s degree specializing in Digital Security.
• Certifications: At least one information security certification (e.g., CISSP, CISM, CEH, CCSP).
• At least 5 years in systems/network administration or cybersecurity.
• Banking/financial industry experience is a plus.
• Application security assessment. Collaborate with developers to integrate security into the Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC).
• Ensure applications comply with security standards (e.g., OWASP Top 10, ISO 27001, or PCI-DSS).
• Attack and Penetration testing.
• Analytical & Problem-Solving
• Communication & Reporting: Ability to write technical and management reports; strong oral and written communication skills.
• Self-Development: Pursues growth and drives personal development plans.
HOW TO APPLY
If you believe you meet the requirements as noted above, please forward your application with a detailed CV including present position and copies of relevant professional/academic certificates, to the email address indicated below:
Vacanciesbank@dfcugroup.com
Kindly copy your respective HCBP in the process of sending through your applications.
Deadline: 09th April 2025.
dfcu Bank is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of religion, age, citizenship, marital or family status, disability, or gender.
Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.
Deadline: Expired
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