Security Analyst The National Information Technology Authority-Uganda (NITA-U)

The Analyst will be responsible for the day-to-day tasks such as implementation of information
security management programs in NITA-U as well as offering technical support to requests for
technical assistance from MDAs

Key Accountabilities
• Provide operational support for the implementation of the Information Security
Management System
• Provide day to day technical support for the implementation of NITA-U’s information
security standards and frameworks
• Deliver education, training and awareness programs for both technical and non-technical
audiences
• Provide operational support to operating units at all levels on configuration of information
security tools and implementation of security best practices
• Conduct information security vulnerability assessments and penetration tests
• Write security assessment reports

Position Requirements
Education
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, and Information
Security or a related field from a recognized university
• Valid Certifications in any of the following: OSCP/eJPT/eCPPT/OSCE/ CEH/ CCNA
(Security)/ CISSP/CISA is required
• Training in any of the following is of an added advantage, Cyber Response, Information
Analysis, Threat Intelligence, OSINT, CyberOps
Experience
• At least three years working experience in an information security administration related
Role

Technical Expertise
• Strong understanding of security industry best practices
• Strong working knowledge and understanding of security engineering, system and
network security, security protocols, cryptography and application security
• Familiarity with security testing methodologies
• Strong experience in designing and delivering information security related trainings
• Hands on experience with security testing platforms especially in vulnerability assessment
and penetration testing
Nature and Scope

Interpersonal Skills
• Able to prioritize and co-ordinate work streams/projects to drive delivery of information
security assessment tasks
• Ability to make progress in the face of ambiguity and imperfect knowledge
• Strong ethical and analytical skills
• A resilient team player with a ‘can do’ attitude, who is willing to take responsible