Job Specifications
Duties and responsibilities at this level will entail:
Overseeing and coordinating the development and implementation of the strategy and roadmap for the Cybersecurity department.
Overseeing the development and implementation of the Insurance Industry Cybersecurity Governance instruments including policies, strategies, and standards.
Overseeing and coordinating the development and implementation of the Critical Information Infrastructure Protection (CIIP) framework for the insurance industry.
Overseeing and managing the operations of the Cyber Security Operations Centre (CSOC) for the insurance industry.
Liaising with the local sector Computer Incident Response Teams (CIRTs), regional CIRTs, international CIRTs and other related organizations.
Overseeing and coordinating partnerships and collaboration with cybersecurity stakeholders locally, regionally, and globally.
Overseeing cyber security advocacy, awareness, as well as capacity and capability development.
Ensuring the development, implementation and regular review of the Cybersecurity policies, regulations, standard and guidelines.
Advising the Authority on new and emerging technologies related to cybersecurity.
Overseeing the Operation and management of Insurance Industry Cyber Security Operations Centre (CSOC).
Advising the Authority on the development, acquisition and implementation of cyber-security related tools.
Person Specifications
For appointment to this grade, an officer must have at least:
Twelve (12) years cumulative experience three (3) years of which should have been at the grade of Assistant Director Cybersecurity Supervision or in a comparable and relevant position.
Bachelor's degree in any of the following: Electrical Engineering, information technology, information systems security, software engineering, or equivalent qualification from a recognized institution.
Master's degree in any of the following: Electrical Engineering, information technology, information systems security, software engineering, or equivalent qualification from a recognized institution.
Leadership Course lasting not less than four (4) weeks from a recognized institution.
Certificate in any at least two (2) of the following:
Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA);
Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA);
Certified Information Security Manager (CISM);
Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP);
Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH);
Any other equivalent qualification from a recognized institution.
Membership to a relevant professional body where applicable and in good standing.
Competencies and Skills
Communication skills
Interpersonal skills
Analytical skills
Report writing skills
Presentation skills
Conflict management skills
Negotiation skills
Leadership skills
Mentorship and coaching skills