Cyber Security Specialist at Cousant Connect

Cousant Connect – Our clients are a holding company for a number of subsidiaries with interests in key sectors of Nigeria’s economy. Their belief is that Nigeria, in spite of its seeming vulnerabilities, holds the greatest market potential for any prospective investor through leveraging on people, customer service and innovative technologies.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Cyber Security Specialist

Location: Lagos, Nigeria

Job Descriptions

The Cyber security specialist ensures the security of the company’s information systems for ongoing viability and performance.

Key Responsibilities

Develop, update, and implement security measures and controls.
Secure digital files and information systems, protecting them from unauthorized access or tampering.
Provide technical support and monitor security access.
Perform regular internal and external security audits.
Design intruder detection and prevention systems to prevent network invasion.
Analyze the source of security breaches.
Recommend and implement security tools and anti-malware software.
Determine, adapt, and maintain corporate security procedures and policies.
Provide staff with security awareness training.
Coordinate security measures with external contacts.
Inform management of security vulnerabilities.
Identify cybercrime perpetrators and liaise with the appropriate authorities if necessary

Required Experience/Technical Skills

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Business Administration or a related discipline
3+ years cybersecurity implementation experience on Windows, UNIX, and Linux operating systems
Proficient in PHP, Java, JavaScript, and C++ programming languages
Must have successfully executed a DLP (data loss prevention) plan
Experience with vulnerability management software tools, SpyBot, Qualys, and Altera
Understanding of cloud computing is necessary
Certified Information Security Manager (CISM)
Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP)
Certified in Risk and Information Systems Control
Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA)
Global Information Assurance Certification Personality requirements/Traits
Exhibit dependability and integrity.
Must have an instinct for detail.
Must understand hackers’ motivation and possess a passion to prevail over attacks.
You have the ability to adapt to rapid changes and are driven by an innate curiosity to reverse engineer attacks and develop solutions.
Excellent report writing and communication skills.
Ability to multitask and work well independently or with a team
Possess an aptitude for time and budget management
Ideal candidates should be innovative and able to work in a fast-paced environment. You should be comfortable working with deadlines and have a passion to keep enhancing your skills.