IT Security Specialist
Job Ref: IT
02/2013
The Position
Key Responsibilities
- Provide
access control permissions and rights to the various IT system
applications
- Review
logical rights & permissions to system access on a quarterly basis
with business heads
- Harden
the various operating, application and database systems.
- Carryout
risk assessment and advice management on potential risks during new system
implementation and business process re-engineering
- Carryout
core banking system security functionalities including but not limited to
user management
- Monitor
audit logs of applications, operating systems and databases
The Person
- Bachelor’s
degree in ICT or related field from a recognized university
- A
post graduate qualification in a related field will be an added advantage
- Certification
on any of CISM,CISSP, CCNA , CISA ,CASP or CompTia Security+
- A
minimum of 3-4 years’ experience in Information Technology with hands on
experience in Active Directory management, IT Security on operating
systems and databases (Oracle, SQL, Unix)
- Working
knowledge on network security and relevant network devices
- Demonstrate
in-depth understanding of broad range of MS Windows servers and desktops
operating systems.
- Wide
knowledge of web application security.
- Exceptional
planning and organizing skills
- Excellent
problem analysis and attention to detail
- Good
knowledge of various Banking operations
- Superb
customer service and willingness to travel
- Knowledge
of web programming languages (ASP, .NET, JavaScript, etc.) is an added
advantage
Application Developer
Job Ref: IT
01/2013
The Position
Reporting to Senior Manager, Application Development, the
developer will require interaction with third party service providers as well
as other internal IT units.
The developer must demonstrate a strong understanding of and
high regard for hand-held devices and web solutions as business delivery
channels for both bank corporate and retail customers as well as for online
agency banking services.
Key Responsibilities
- Design,
Develop and Install developed components.
- Work
closely with IT Security to ensure that applications are well secured.
- Understands
the necessity of and contributes to coding standards.
- Accountable
for preparation and timely delivery of quality applications. The
responsibility includes requirements definition, review of design
documents, user test planning and review, defect tracking, and project
closure tasks.
- Have
expert knowledge on Dot Net programming, Share point, Active Server pages
development and Database Management.
- Work
with Excel services and Sql analysis services to provide results on data
collected.
- Provide
the bank with statistical reports on research and performance of various
services using system tools.
- Develop
Business Continuity plans for solutions.
- Specifying
and ensuring application controls are incorporated during design of the
software in order to check on risk exposure.
The Person
- A
Bachelors of Science in Computing or related degree from a recognised
University.
- Java
programming certification.
- The
developers should have in depth skills in jbase/java that is provable and
quantifiable (code samples and/ or project descriptions) as the bulk of
our development work is in or interfaced with T24 banking system (T24 is a
jbase/java system).
- Interested
in learning and has a creative mind set.
- Provable
experience working on web or mobile application projects (work history
with links to previous website projects).
- In
particular, the applicant should have at least 2 years working experience
in:-
- Developing
applications, defining and testing the software or systems after
development to ensure that the set functional and security parameters are
in place.
- Internet
connectivity security.
- Java
programming and .net
- Knowledge
of SQL programming. SQL Server 2005/8 Administration and performance
tuning will be an added advantage.
- In
depth skill with the tools of the trade in web and mobile development.
- Familiarity
with networking and IT security will be an added advantage.
- Good
knowledge of the workings of the internet, firewalls and VPN technology.
- Some
working knowledge of PC hardware.
- Possess
sound negotiation, excellent communication, presentation and interpersonal
skills.
- Be
pleasant, outgoing, aggressive and self-driven.
- Appreciates
the value of great user experience in building applications.
- Responsive
to user needs. Enjoys interacting with users and solving problems.
The above position is a demanding role which the bank will
provide a competitive package for the successful candidate.
If you believe you can clearly demonstrate your abilities to
meet the criteria given above, please submit your application with a detailed
CV, stating your current position, remuneration level, e-mail address and
telephone contacts quoting the job title/reference in the subject field to
recruitment@kcb.co.ke.
To be considered your application must be received by 8th
February 2013.
Only short listed candidates will be contacted.
