Descriptions
Job Details
- Position: ICT Officer II (Information Security)
- Department: Directorate of Operations
- Section: ICT Cybersecurity and BCP
- Salary Scale: COBSS 5 (Officer Level II)
- Reports to: Principal ICT Officer – ICT Security and BCP
- Location: Head Office
- Application Deadline: August 17, 2025
Position Objective
The ICT Officer II (Information Security) assists the Principal ICT Cybersecurity & BCP Officer and Chief Operating Officer in driving the bank’s information technology security strategy. The role focuses on executing the information security incident response plan and procedures to protect digital assets, ensure recovery from incidents, and maintain the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of information systems.
Key Responsibilities
- Monitor and analyze events and alerts from the Security Operating Center (SOC) to detect anomalies, such as potential breaches and attacks.
- Investigate incidents and collaborate with the computer emergency response team for incident response, triage, and analysis.
- Identify, propose, implement, and operate information security solutions and procedures.
- Maintain the integrity and security of enterprise-wide systems and networks.
- Ensure compliance with information security policies, standards, and guidelines.
- Provide situational awareness to support protection, detection, response, and sustenance of the organization’s security posture.
- Support security initiatives through predictive and reactive analysis, articulating emerging trends to the bank.
- Develop, implement, and maintain security reports.
- Guide the DevOps Team to remediate vulnerabilities identified in systems.
- Conduct malware analysis and reverse engineering using available tools and sandboxing environments.
- Prepare and submit information security regulatory reports.
- Perform other related information security duties as assigned.
Qualifications, Skills, and Experience
- Bachelor’s degree or Advanced Diploma in Information Technology, Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Computer Engineering, or a related discipline from a recognized university.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
- Problem-solving and decision-making skills.
- Good communication and sound interpersonal skills.
- Exceptional verbal and written communication skills.
- Ability to prioritize tasks and work independently or in a group as needed.
- Fundamental knowledge and understanding of TCP/IP, routing, firewall, and switching.
- Knowledge of or experience with Security Operating Center (SOC) tools and technologies.
- Working knowledge of Linux, UNIX, and Windows operating systems.
- Knowledge of containerization technologies such as Docker and Kubernetes.
- Experience working on a cybersecurity incident response team.
- Working knowledge of various web servers, web technologies, and application-layer protocols.
- Knowledge of scripting languages; Python programming is a bonus.
- Knowledge of Relational Database Management Systems (e.g., Oracle, MSSQL, MySQL) and SQL.
- Working knowledge of public key infrastructure and encryption systems.
- High levels of integrity in personal and professional conduct.
- Professional certifications such as CISSP, CEH, ECIH, or CompTIA Security+ are an added advantage.
Personal Attributes and Behavioral Competencies
- Demonstrates Tanzania Commercial Bank core values: Customer Focus, Trustworthy, Creativity, Teamwork, and Excellence.
- Ability to prioritize work and meet deadlines.
- Capable of working quickly, accurately, and consistently under pressure.
- Methodical and well-organized approach to work.
- Mature and able to work in a confidential environment.
- Exhibits sound judgment, common sense, and good humor.
Application Process
- Submit applications via the following link: https://www.tcbbank.co.tz/careers. Applications via other methods will not be considered.
- Applicants must provide personal information, academic certificates, work experiences, and an application letter. Other credentials will be submitted during the interview for authentication and administrative purposes.
- Shortlisted candidates may be subjected to security clearance, competency assessment, and physical capability assessment.
- Tanzania Commercial Bank is committed to environmental, health, and safety management.
- Late applications will not be considered.
How to Apply:
To submit your application, please follow the link provided below.
