IT Lead, Cybersecurity at Ash Nelson Partners Limited (ANP)

Ash Nelson Partners Limited (“ANP”) is a technology company with a key focus on solving Cyber Security, and Cyber Fraud problems for Financial and Revenue collecting Organizations. We work with our clients to source effective solutions with a proven performance track record in their target terrain. We combine a strong understanding of the Nigerian Business Ecosystem and the unique challenges it faces in its bid to digitize these core processes. Armed with this knowledge, we are able to effectively identify innovative solutions, that will give our clients the desired results.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: IT Lead, Cybersecurity

Location: Lagos
Employment Type: Full-time

Job Description
Tech Strategy and Operations:

• Develop and execute the organization's Technology strategy in line with business objectives.
• Support, Manage, and lead the Technology, providing guidance and support in the development and implementation of technology solutions.
• Develop and maintain the Tech budget, ensuring that it is aligned with business objectives and is cost-effective.
• Identify and evaluate new technology solutions to enhance organizational efficiency and effectiveness.
• Develop and implement security measures to protect the organization's technology infrastructure.
• Ensure that all technology systems and processes comply with legal and regulatory requirements.
• Develop and implement incident management framework, disaster recovery, and business continuity plan in the area of purview.
• Communicate Technology policies and procedures to staff, ensuring that they are understood and followed.
• Manage relationships with OEMs, clients, and service providers, ensuring that contracts are in place and service levels are met.
• Provide regular reports to management on the performance of the Technology department.
• Provide thought leadership on security solutions and direction of focus/investment for the company and its customers.
• Develop solutions that meet business and technical requirements.
• Demonstrate the ability to develop solutions to address our customer’s business challenges, especially in banking and other financial institutions.
• Provide technical thought leadership in overall security solutions development and clients’ relationships.
• Drive the development of standards, and processes to ensure optimal protection of cloud-based and on-premises company assets.
• Perform proof of concepts for Technology solutions.
• Work alongside the relevant team to define and shape the product and service strategy.
• Understand client business needs through excellent communication and relationship management.
• Present strategies and solutions to management/customers/partners.
• Collaborate with relevant OEMs and Partners and identify areas of partnership, continuously update knowledge and skills through certifications and training.
• Develop and maintain the company's In-house Tech security infrastructure plan.

Leadership and Development:

• Recruit, train, and mentor Tech team to build a high-performing team.
• Foster a culture of collaboration, innovation, and continuous learning.
• Provide coaching and performance feedback to team members.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Information Technology, or related field.
• 7+ years’ experience in either banking or/and Telecommunications industry. Previous/current supervisory role recommended.
• Broad knowledge and experience in Architecture design and Implementation, Endpoint Security, private and public Cloud Virtual Security etc.
• Experience in software development, including Agile methodologies and DevOps practices, Lean Six Sigma etc.
• Deep understanding and experience in ITIL frameworks and life cycles

Application Closing Date
Not Specified.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV to: HRManager@ashnelson.com using the job title as the subject of the mail.