Job Description- Areas of Responsibility

• To Support the Head, Risk Control and Compliance in understanding and developing the I.T Risk assessment strategy, plans and I.T risk-related issues at business and operational level.

• Prepares IT risk assessment plan which includes all Units and processes in Information Technology department.

• Communicate risk assessment results to appropriate parties; ensure that issues are addressed and corrective actions are implemented. 

• Collect information and review documentation to ensure that risk scenarios are identified and evaluated. 

• Performs vulnerability scan of servers and network devices to ascertain vulnerabilities inherent in them with a view to remediating the identified gaps.

• Carry out user management on the Core Banking application (T24).  Also, supervise the activities of the System Control Officer.

• Participate in IT projects and initiatives to bring pro-active risk management focus into solutions.

• Ensure that all IT policies and procedures are compliant with regulatory requirements. 

• Test information systems controls to verify effectiveness and efficiency prior to implementation. 

• Develop and implement risk responses to ensure that risk factors and events are addressed in a cost-effective manner and in line with business objectives.

• Develop a risk awareness program to ensure that stakeholders understand risk and contribute to the risk management process and to promote a risk-aware culture. 

• Create and maintain a risk register to ensure that all identified risk factors are accounted for.

• Follow-up on Internal Audit report to ensure that IT control issues highlighted are resolved within appropriate timeline.

• Other activities as may be assigned by the Head, Risk Control and Compliance

Qualification

• Master & Bachelor’s Degree in any of Accounting, Science, Engineering, Mathematics, Information Technology

• CISA certifications.

• 10+ years of IT Risk/Auditing/Control experience

Required Knowledge – 

• Proficient in using computer software (e.g., SQL, Excel) and application systems

• Familiarity with Core Banking Application systems like Temenos T24 Banking Software.

• Knowledge of Risk assessment processes/procedures 

• Ability to balance detail with departmental goals/objectives

• Ability to coordinate and perform multiple tasks/projects simultaneously, balancing priorities and deliverables.

• Competent interpersonal skills, demonstrating the ability to lead projects and mentor others

• Ability to evaluate business processes and IT technology, identify risks and evaluate controls.

• Written communication skills, ability to share and impart knowledge

• Ability to translate business needs and problems into viable and accepted solutions.

• Ability to liaise with individuals across a wide variety of operational, functional, and technical disciplines.

• Organizational and time management skills

• Ability to work independently

• Ability to work well within a team environment and participate in department projects.

• Ability to impart knowledge and develop the competencies of direct reports.