Local Information Security Officer

Tincan Island Container Terminal Limited (TICT), established in 2004, is a multinational company operating in Nigeria with its Terminal located at Tin-can Island Port, Terminal B (2nd Gate), Apapa, Lagos and has its Head Office at 1/3 Point Road, Apapa, Lagos. After a very competitive bidding process, TICT emerged as the concessionaire of Terminal B, Tincan Island Port. Armed with a long-term lease agreement with the Federal Government of Nigeria, and an unwavering commitment to continued investment in Port development, we are poised to position ourselves as a key industry player within the African sub-region.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: LISO Coordinator

Location: Apapa, Lagos
Employment Type: Full-time

Job Description

The LISO (Local Information Security Officer) Coordinator at TICT is responsible for ensuring the implementation and monitoring of IT security policies and procedures.
This role involves coordinating ISO audits, assisting in maintaining security certifications, conducting internal security audits, and overseeing IT changes to recommend best practices.

Key Duties and Responsibilities

Implementation and Monitoring of IT Security Policies:

• Implement and enforce adherence to IT security policies and procedures across the organization.
• Regularly review and update security policies to align with evolving threats and industry standards.
• Assist in maintaining security certifications by ensuring ongoing compliance with certification requirements.
• Monitor and address any issues that may impact the organization’s security certification status.

ISO Audit Coordination:

• Coordinate and manage all external ISO audits, ensuring that the organization meets the required standards.
• Liaise with auditors and internal teams to prepare necessary documentation and facilitate the audit process.
• Conduct regular internal security audits and surveys to identify vulnerabilities and ensure compliance with security policies.
• Prepare audit reports and recommend corrective actions to mitigate identified risks.

IT Change Management:

• Oversee all IT changes, reviewing them from a security perspective to recommend best practices.
• Ensure that all changes are documented and implemented in a secure and controlled manner.

Other Duties:

• Perform other duties as required to support the organization’s security objectives.
• Stay updated on the latest security trends, threats, and best practices to continually enhance TICT’s security posture.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Line Manager.

Minimum Educational Qualifications / Certifications / Years of Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Cybersecurity or a related field.
• Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in IT security, with a focus on audit coordination and policy implementation.
• Certifications in information security (e.g., CISSP, CISM, ISO/IEC 27001 Lead Implementer) are preferred.
• Proven experience in managing security compliance and maintaining certifications.

Skills and Competency Requirements:

• Strong understanding of IT security principles, policies, and industry standards.
• Familiarity with ISO standards and audit processes.
• Knowledge of security certification maintenance and compliance requirements.
• Proficiency in conducting security audits and risk assessments.
• Experience in managing IT security changes and implementing best practices.
• Ability to prepare and maintain detailed documentation for security policies and audit processes.
• Ability to analyse security risks and recommend effective solutions.
• High attention to detail in monitoring compliance and conducting audits.
• Strong communication skills for coordinating with auditors and internal stakeholders.
• A proactive approach to identifying security threats and implementing preventive measures.

Total Compensation
Attractive.

Application Closing Date
27th December 2024.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV to: [email protected] using the Job Title as the subject of the mail.

Note: Only successful candidates will be contacted.