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The Senior Specialist – Cloud & Network Cyber Security ensures the design, implementation, and operation of secure, reliable, and scalable cloud and network security capabilities across M‑Pesa Africa. The role provides expert security architecture for projects, drives automation and Zero Trust initiatives, maintains critical security controls, and strengthens the organisation’s overall cyber resilience. As a dedicated Cyber Security SPOC for assigned markets, the role supports vulnerability management, incident response, and compliance, ensuring harmonised standards and continuous improvement of M‑Pesa’s security posture.
Job Responsibility:
Coordinate optimisation of Operational and Monitoring Cyber Security Baseline (CSB) controls related to Network Security
Design and implement network security measures to protect data, software, and hardware
Monitor network traffic for unusual activity and respond to security breaches
Conduct regular security audits and vulnerability assessments, including perimeter and insecure port reviews
Develop, enforce, and maintain security policies, standards, and procedures
Collaborate with IT, Cloud, Network, and business teams to ensure integrated security controls
Deliver training and knowledge‑sharing on network security practices
Support internal and external technology audits and ensure closure of audit findings within agreed timelines
Ensure compliance with legal, regulatory, and stakeholder security requirements
Monitor compliance of Cyber Security managed services contracts against agreed SLAs
Support validation and completion of technology audit checklists and user access reviews
Coordinate analytical processes and cyber incident response activities
Ensure adherence to change management processes for all planned and emergency changes
Contribute to Security & Privacy by Design Assurance (SPDA) processes to ensure GDPR and business requirements are met
Continuously review and enhance security policies, controls, and baselines to meet evolving threats
Establish analytics frameworks and tools to improve threat visibility and readiness
Drive continuous improvement through simplification, automation and optimisation of cyber security processes
Lead internal and third‑party service review meetings covering performance, SLAs, quality and service improvements
Recommend and track Cyber Security Service Improvement Plans, ensuring actions are completed on time
Train and raise security awareness across MPA users, partners and third‑party vendors
Drive timely communication during planned or emergency incidents to internal and external stakeholders
Requirements:
Degree in Electrical Eng/Computer Science/information Technology or equivalent Technology related degree