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Senior IT Security Engineer

eGov Jamaica Limited Kingston and St. Andrew, Jamaica Updated: November 29, 2024

Summary

The Senior IT Security Engineer is responsible for the development and implementation of security controls that give effect to the company’s IT security policies. The incumbent will participate in the creation and maintenance of security policies, standards, guidelines and procedures, as well as ensure that technical security solutions are optimally configured to protect the company’s data and information systems from unauthorised access, use, disclosure, disruption, modification, or destruction

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or Computer Science.
  • Information security certifications such as CCSA, CEH or equivalent (Desirable).
  • Minimum of three (3) years’ hands-on Information Security experience, supporting complex security environments.
  • Minimum of two (2) years experience in Network Management, System Administration or other related disciplines.
  • Hands-on experience managing/supporting firewalls, vulnerability assessment solutions, and other security systems.
  • Experience in developing security policies/standards, conducting vulnerability and security assessments and designing security controls.
  • Experience with SIEM solutions.
  • Experience in security incident handling/management.
  • Good understanding of the requirements of ISO 27001.
  • Ability to deal with diverse and complex issues.

Additional Information and Instructions

The candidate with advanced/expert level competencies in the following areas will have a distinct advantage: 🔒 Application & Data Security 🕵️‍♂️ Computer Forensics ⚠️ Incident Management 🛡️ IT Security Architecture 🌐 Network Operations Security 🔍 Vulnerability Management 💰 Salary: J$6.33 million per annum. In addition to the base salary, allowances and benefits are attached to this position. Applications should be sent no later than Friday, December 6, 2024 to: 📍 Director – Human Resource Management & Administration eGov Jamaica Limited 235b Old Hope Road P.O. Box 407 Kingston 6 or 📧 Email: recruitment@egovja.com ⚠️ We thank all applicants for their interest in this career opportunity. Kindly note, however, that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

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Job Overview

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Title

Senior IT Security Engineer

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Salary

$40,967 - $40,967 USD

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Email

recruitment@egovja.com

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Work Style

On-Site
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Contract

Permanent

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Experience

Senior

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Education

Bachelor's Degree

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Sector

Public

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