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  • Posted: Jun 26, 2026

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    UP® otherwise known as Unified Payment Services Limited is Nigeria’s premier Payments & Financial Technology company founded in 1997 by a consortium of leading Nigerian banks. UP® operates as a shared infrastructure for the banking community in Nigeria and Payments Service Provider within and outside Nigeria, with a vision to be the most preferred e-payment service provider in Africa.

    Head, IT Security

    Job Objectives

    • The Head of IT Security will be responsible for leading the organization’s efforts to protect its information technology infrastructure, applications, and data.
    • This role is crucial for the development, implementation, and maintenance of a comprehensive IT security strategy that ensures the integrity, confidentiality, and availability of the company’s IT systems.
    • The Head of IT Security will also work to minimize risk and ensure compliance with industry standards, regulations, and best practices.

    Duties & Responsibilities
    Strategic Leadership:

    • Develop and implement a robust IT security strategy aligned with the organization’s business goals and objectives.
    • Ensure the security of IT systems by monitoring evolving risks and establishing proactive defenses.
    • Lead, manage, and mentor the IT security team to build a high-performing department.

    Risk Management:

    • Identify, assess, and manage IT security risks and threats to the organization’s systems and data.
    • Conduct regular security assessments, audits, and penetration testing to identify vulnerabilities.
    • Recommend, implement, and monitor risk mitigation strategies and plans.

    Security Governance and Compliance:

    • Develop and enforce IT security policies, procedures, and standards.
    • Ensure compliance with relevant security regulations and frameworks (e.g., GDPR, HIPAA, ISO 27001, NIST).
    • Oversee and manage security audits, assessments, and certifications as required.

    Incident Response & Recovery:

    • Develop and manage a robust incident response plan to address and recover from IT security breaches or threats.
    • Coordinate response efforts in the event of a security breach, including forensic investigation and root cause analysis.
    • Ensure business continuity planning and disaster recovery procedures are in place and regularly tested.

    Security Infrastructure Management:

    • Oversee the implementation and management of security tools and technologies (e.g., firewalls, intrusion detection systems, endpoint protection, encryption tools).
    • Manage vulnerability management processes, including patch management and system hardening.
    • Collaborate with other IT teams to ensure secure system architecture, network infrastructure, and application development processes.

    Training & Awareness:

    • Lead initiatives to promote security awareness across the organization by providing training to staff on best practices for IT security.
    • Regularly conduct workshops, seminars, and awareness campaigns to keep employees updated on emerging threats.

    Reporting & Analysis:

    • Provide regular security status reports and updates to senior management and relevant stakeholders.
    • Present analysis on security incidents, metrics, and trends to inform decision-making.

    Vendor Management:

    • Manage relationships with external vendors, service providers, and consultants related to IT security solutions.
    • Ensure third-party vendors comply with security standards and practices.

    Key Performance Indicators

    • Incident Response Time
    • Security Incident Frequency
    • Compliance Audit Results
    • Vulnerability Remediation Time
    • Employee Security Training Completion Rate
    • Patch Management Compliance
    • Security Policy Adherence
    • Security Technology Effectiveness
    • Third-Party Risk Management
    • Security Awareness Engagement
    • Business Continuity and Disaster Recovery Test Results
    • Security Budget Utilization.

    Job Requirements

    • Education: Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Information Security, or a related field
    • Others: Familiarity with both on-premise and cloud-based IT infrastructure security.
    • Experience: Minimum 10 year experience managing a security team and leading strategic security initiatives an added advantage.

    Key Competency Requirements:
    Knowledge:

    • Technical Knowledge & Expertise.
    • Legal & Regulatory Knowledge.
    • Cybersecurity Frameworks & Standards.
    • Risk Management.
    • Security Architecture.
    • Data Privacy & Compliance.
    • Contract & Vendor Management.

    Skill / Competencies:

    • Strategic & Leadership Skills.
    • Communication & Interpersonal Skills.
    • Analytical & Problem-Solving Abilities.
    • Adaptability & Innovation.

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