IT Security Officer at Ascentech Services Limited

Job Summary

• An IT security officer is responsible for protecting the organization's information systems and data from unauthorized access, use, disclosure, modification, or destruction.
• The IT security officer also ensures compliance with relevant laws, regulations, policies, and standards.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and maintain the organization's information security policies, procedures, and standards.
• Conduct risk assessments and audits to identify and mitigate potential security threats and vulnerabilities.
• Monitor and respond to security incidents and breaches, and coordinate with internal and external stakeholders to resolve them.
• Provide security awareness and training to staff and users on best practices and guidelines.
• Manage and administer security tools and systems, such as firewalls, antivirus, encryption, authentication, backup, and recovery.
• Research and evaluate new security technologies and solutions to enhance the organization's security posture.
• Report and document security issues and incidents, and provide recommendations and solutions.

Skills and Qualifications

• A Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Cybersecurity, or a related field.
• At least three years of experience in information security or a similar role.
• Certifications such as CISSP, CISM, CEH, or CompTIA Security+ are preferred.
• Knowledge of information security principles, frameworks, standards, and best practices, such as ISO 27001, NIST, and COBIT.
• Proficiency in security tools and technologies, such as firewalls, antivirus, encryption, authentication, backup, and recovery.
• Ability to perform risk assessments and audits, and to analyse and resolve security incidents and breaches.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills.
• High attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.