Job Title:

Manager Cyber Security

Reports to:

Chief Manager Cyber Security

Grade/Rank :

CB-4B

Role:

Oversees cybersecurity operations, including: team leadership, incident response, policy development, risk management and security operations.

Education and Professional Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree in an IT related area from a recognized University
• Master’s Degree in an IT related area (Desirable)

Required Experience and Competences:

• Knowledge of and experience in developing and documenting security architecture and plans, including strategic, tactical and project plans
• Ability to understand and assess technology systems and applications from both a technical and business function perspective
• Understanding of information security principles and best practices (e.g., ISO27001/2022, COBIT, NIST, PCI DSS and ISF Standards of Good Practice for Information Security).
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities to analyse security requirements and relate them to appropriate security controls
• Knowledge of industry best practices regarding digitalization and automation of banking services.
• Knowledge and experience of UNIX Operating Systems, Microsoft Server Operating Systems, Virtualization technologies, Intrusion Prevention & Detection systems and advanced enterprise networks (LANs & WANs)
• Must have excellent verbal and written communication skills and excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to build and influence teams.
• Professional Qualification (Minimum): CISSP/CEH/CISM/DevSecOps Foundation/Practitioner
• and Network certifications e.g. JNCIS-SEC, CCNP are an added advantage
• Five (5) years’ experience in managing design, development and delivery cybersecurity operations in a large financial institution or a reputable organization of which 3 years must have been at leadership position experience is an added advantage

Required Skills:

Stewardship:

• Ethics and Integrity
• Public relations
• Strategic Thinking
• Driving agility
• Planning & Budgeting
• HR management
• Relationship Management
• Effective Communication
• Mentorship & Coaching
• Negotiation and Mediation

 ICT Leadership:

• Developing talent
• Adaptability
• Change management.

 Entrepreneurship:

• Shaping creativity and innovation
• Partnership development

To apply:

1. Download an application for employment form from the website
2. Fill the form and attach an application letter (addressed to General Manager Human Resource, Centenary Bank, P.O. Box 1892, Kampala), updated Curriculum Vitae, plus copies of all academic credentials, testimonials and contact details of three competent referees.
3. E-mail the above to: Talent_sourcing@centenarybank.co.ug not later than 5:00PM;17/03/2026

Application for employment form: