Network Security
2025-08-08T08:40:53+00:00
Bank of Uganda
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FULL_TIME
kampala
Kampala
00256
Uganda
Banking
Computer & IT
2025-08-22T17:00:00+00:00
Uganda
8
JOB PURPOSE
To ensure the security and integrity of the Bank’s network infrastructure by implementing and managing network security measures. This role involves configuring, monitoring, and maintaining firewall systems and other security devices to protect the Bank’s network from threats and vulnerabilities.
Duties and Responsibilities
- Configure, monitor, and maintain firewall systems to ensure network security and compliance.
- Continuously monitor network traffic to detect and respond to potential threats.
- Participate in incident response activities, including detection, analysis, containment, and remediation of network security incidents.
- Implement and enforce network security policies, standards, and procedures.
- Implement and maintain network security measures, including firewalls, VPNs, and intrusion detection systems.
- Maintain accurate documentation of firewall configurations and changes.
- Ensure network security operations comply with internal policies, regulatory requirements, and industry standards.
- Collaborate with vendors and service providers to ensure timely and effective support and maintenance of network security devices.
- Participate in network security training programs to enhance technical skills and knowledge.
- Participate in the evaluation of IT-related procurements ensuring technical requirements are met.
- Undertake additional duties as assigned by the Team Leader Network Infrastructure from time to time.
Expected Outputs
- Individual Balanced Scorecard
- Firewall configuration and change documentation
- Network security incident reports
- Compliance and audit reports
- Vendor support and maintenance reports
MINIMUM PERSONAL SPECIFICATIONS
Qualifications:
- A First or Upper Second-Class degree in Computer Science, Information Security, Information Systems, or Engineering.
- Professional certifications in network management such as CompTIA Network+, CompTIA Security+, CCNP, CCIE, or Cisco Certified CyberOps Associate.
Work Experience:
- At least five (5) years of relevant working experience in network administration.
Age:
- 30.0 – 38.0 years of age as at close of the advert.
Competencies:
Technical Competencies
- Extensive and demonstrable knowledge in network infrastructure administration.
- Proven experience in networking, routing, and switching.
- Proficiency in firewall configuration and management.
- Strong understanding of network security principles and best practices.
- Experience in monitoring and analyzing network traffic and security events.
- Ability to manage and configure network devices and systems.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Behavioral
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- High level of integrity and accountability.
- Ability to work effectively in a team environment.
- Proactive and innovative mindset.
- Attention to detail and decision-making abilities.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Configure, monitor, and maintain firewall systems to ensure network security and compliance. Continuously monitor network traffic to detect and respond to potential threats. Participate in incident response activities, including detection, analysis, containment, and remediation of network security incidents. Implement and enforce network security policies, standards, and procedures. Implement and maintain network security measures, including firewalls, VPNs, and intrusion detection systems. Maintain accurate documentation of firewall configurations and changes. Ensure network security operations comply with internal policies, regulatory requirements, and industry standards. Collaborate with vendors and service providers to ensure timely and effective support and maintenance of network security devices. Participate in network security training programs to enhance technical skills and knowledge. Participate in the evaluation of IT-related procurements ensuring technical requirements are met. Undertake additional duties as assigned by the Team Leader Network Infrastructure from time to time.
A First or Upper Second-Class degree in Computer Science, Information Security, Information Systems, or Engineering. Professional certifications in network management such as CompTIA Network+, CompTIA Security+, CCNP, CCIE, or Cisco Certified CyberOps Associate. Work Experience: At least five (5) years of relevant working experience in network administration. Age: 30.0 – 38.0 years of age as at close of the advert.
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Vacancy title:
Network Security
[Type: FULL_TIME, Industry: Banking, Category: Computer & IT]
Jobs at:
Bank of Uganda
Deadline of this Job:
Friday, August 22 2025
Duty Station:
kampala | Kampala | Uganda
Summary
Date Posted: Friday, August 8 2025, Base Salary: Not Disclosed
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JOB DETAILS:
JOB PURPOSE
To ensure the security and integrity of the Bank’s network infrastructure by implementing and managing network security measures. This role involves configuring, monitoring, and maintaining firewall systems and other security devices to protect the Bank’s network from threats and vulnerabilities.
Duties and Responsibilities
- Configure, monitor, and maintain firewall systems to ensure network security and compliance.
- Continuously monitor network traffic to detect and respond to potential threats.
- Participate in incident response activities, including detection, analysis, containment, and remediation of network security incidents.
- Implement and enforce network security policies, standards, and procedures.
- Implement and maintain network security measures, including firewalls, VPNs, and intrusion detection systems.
- Maintain accurate documentation of firewall configurations and changes.
- Ensure network security operations comply with internal policies, regulatory requirements, and industry standards.
- Collaborate with vendors and service providers to ensure timely and effective support and maintenance of network security devices.
- Participate in network security training programs to enhance technical skills and knowledge.
- Participate in the evaluation of IT-related procurements ensuring technical requirements are met.
- Undertake additional duties as assigned by the Team Leader Network Infrastructure from time to time.
Expected Outputs
- Individual Balanced Scorecard
- Firewall configuration and change documentation
- Network security incident reports
- Compliance and audit reports
- Vendor support and maintenance reports
MINIMUM PERSONAL SPECIFICATIONS
Qualifications:
- A First or Upper Second-Class degree in Computer Science, Information Security, Information Systems, or Engineering.
- Professional certifications in network management such as CompTIA Network+, CompTIA Security+, CCNP, CCIE, or Cisco Certified CyberOps Associate.
Work Experience:
- At least five (5) years of relevant working experience in network administration.
Age:
- 30.0 – 38.0 years of age as at close of the advert.
Competencies:
Technical Competencies
- Extensive and demonstrable knowledge in network infrastructure administration.
- Proven experience in networking, routing, and switching.
- Proficiency in firewall configuration and management.
- Strong understanding of network security principles and best practices.
- Experience in monitoring and analyzing network traffic and security events.
- Ability to manage and configure network devices and systems.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Behavioral
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- High level of integrity and accountability.
- Ability to work effectively in a team environment.
- Proactive and innovative mindset.
- Attention to detail and decision-making abilities.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Work Hours: 8
Experience in Months: 60
Level of Education: bachelor degree
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