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Assistant Commissioner – IT Security job at Uganda Revenue Authority (URA) | Apply Now
Kampala, Uganda
The Uganda Revenue Authority (URA) is the principal government agency responsible for collecting and managing national revenue to facilitate economic development and ensure financial stability in Uganda. Established in 1991, URA has gained a solid reputation as a vital institution in the country's fiscal policy, recognized for its significant role in revenue generation, tax administration, and enforcing compliance. The Authority is committed to fostering a professional and supportive work culture, where employees are empowered to grow, innovate, and contribute to the agency's goals. URA offers diverse job opportunities with an emphasis on career advancement, work-life balance, and continuous professional development.
Over the years, URA has evolved from a nascent body into an advanced, technology-driven institution that employs modern systems to enhance efficiency and improve service delivery. Its innovative approach to taxation and digitalization has reshaped Uganda’s revenue collection process, contributing significantly to national development. With a broad reach across Uganda, URA oversees a wide array of tax categories, serving both individuals and businesses. The Authority operates based on core values of integrity, fairness, accountability, professionalism, and service excellence. As part of its Corporate Social Responsibility initiatives, URA is actively involved in promoting financial literacy, environmental sustainability, and community welfare projects. For more details, visit their website at www.ura.go.ug.
Are you looking for Information Technology jobs in Uganda 2025 today? then you might be interested in Assistant Commissioner – IT Security job at Uganda Revenue Authority (URA)
Full Time
Deadline:
16 Aug 2025
Job Title
Assistant Commissioner – IT Security job at Uganda Revenue Authority (URA)
Uganda Revenue Authority (URA)
Job Description
Uganda Revenue Authority
Service with Integrity
EXTERNAL ADVERTISEMENT
Uganda Revenue Authority is a semi-autonomous government agency under the Ministry of Finance, Planning and Economic Development that is mandated to assess, collect and account for government tax and non-tax revenue. The Authority is seeking to recruit persons with proven integrity that are innovative, analytical, self-driven, agile, and resilient with exceptional interpersonal skills to seize the following opportunities.
Assistant Commissioner – IT Security
Number of Vacancies: 1
Job Role / Purpose:
Lead and manage URA’s cybersecurity strategy to protect information assets, infrastructure, and systems from internal and external threats.
Duties, Roles and Responsibilities
Qualifications, Education and Competencies
See all details of the qualifications, competencies and education for this role under the "How to Apply" section below.
Applicants who had earlier applied for the re-advertised positions that run from 22nd August to 10th September 2024 are advised to re-apply if they are still interested in these positions.
The deadline for submission of application is 16th August, 2025 at 10:59pm.
Application Procedure:
Visit the URA website; http.ura.go.ug and follow the link "Careers > Experiential Hiring" to view the detail job description then select and apply for the job of your choice.
Upon submission of your application, you will receive an acknowledgement notification via email. Please ensure that your mailbox has adequate space.
In case you are not able to complete the application process, you will be required to save your work and the information captured will be saved in your login. This will enable you to resume and complete your application any time/date within the application period.
Applicants are required to scan and attach copies of the required academic documents such as Transcript, O’level, A’level, Degree certificates or other trainings attained as indicated in the Job Description. Any qualification, which is not attached will not be considered.
Academic documents of the successful candidates will be vetted and background checks conducted. Applicants without authentic academic documents will not be considered.
Any applicant with forged academic documents will be charged in the relevant courts of law.
Any form of lobbying will lead to automatic disqualification.
Candidates who submit falsified information will automatically be disqualified at any stage in the recruitment process where such falsification has been discovered.
Degree holders SHOULD NOT apply for Fleet Assistant and Office Assistant positions. The minimum academic qualifications for these positions is diploma and the minimum qualifications are clearly indicated in the respective Job Descriptions.
ONLY online applications will be considered.
Applicants are only allowed to apply for a maximum of two (2) positions.
In case of any inquires please send an e-mail to recruitment@ura.go.ug or call 0322344363.
URA is an equal opportunity employer and does not charge money for recruitment
MANAGEMENT
For more information, call: Toll Free Number 0800117000 | 0800 21 7000 | https://www.ura.go.ug
Contact us on our social media channels: #URAPg @URAuganda @URAT140000
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How to Apply
Develop and enforce URA’s IT security policies and standards.
Conduct risk assessments and oversee mitigation strategies.
Manage security audits, incident response, and forensic investigations.
Lead cybersecurity awareness programs and staff training.
Coordinate with national IT security stakeholders and compliance bodies.
Supervise the IT security team and oversee all departmental planning.
Ensure alignment of IT security strategy with organizational goals.
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Master’s or Bachelor’s degree in Information Security, Computer Science, or a related field.
Professional certifications such as CISSP, CISM, or CEH are a strong advantage.
Proven leadership experience in managing enterprise IT security.
Strong knowledge of cybersecurity frameworks, threat modeling, and regulatory compliance.
Excellent analytical, strategic thinking, and problem-solving skills.
