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DFCU Bank is a leading financial institution in Uganda dedicated to transforming lives and businesses through innovative financial solutions that drive economic growth and financial inclusion. Established in 1964 as the Development Finance Company of Uganda, the bank has grown from a development finance institution into a full-fledged commercial bank, with a significant milestone being its acquisition of Crane Bank in 2017. Recognized for its strong financial performance, customer service excellence, and digital banking innovations, dfcu Bank has received multiple industry awards and remains a trusted partner for individuals, SMEs, and corporate clients.
The bank fosters a dynamic and inclusive work culture that emphasizes integrity, customer focus, innovation, teamwork, and excellence, offering employees professional growth, career advancement opportunities, and competitive benefits. With a strong presence across Uganda through an extensive network of branches, ATMs, and digital banking services, dfcu Bank continuously invests in technology to enhance accessibility and efficiency.
Committed to corporate social responsibility, the bank actively supports financial literacy programs, women empowerment initiatives, environmental sustainability efforts, and youth entrepreneurship. Headquartered at 26 Kyadondo Road, Kampala, Uganda, dfcu Bank remains a key driver of financial empowerment and economic development in the country.
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IT Security Specialist- Governance Job at dfcu Bank
dfcu Bank
Job Description
The IT Security Specialist- Governance is responsible for maintaining and continually improving the organization's information security posture. The position oversees key aspects of IT security governance, including identity and access management (IAM), cybersecurity awareness, third-party security, and the enforcement of standards such as ISO 27001 and PCI DSS.
Duties, Roles and Responsibilities
- Develop, implement, and maintain IAM policies, standards, and procedures in alignment with industry best practices and regulatory requirements.
- Oversee the lifecycle management of user identities and access privileges (provisioning, de-provisioning, access reviews, RBAC).
- Design, develop, and deliver comprehensive cybersecurity awareness training programs and communication materials.
- Conduct third party security assessments and monitor third-party access and activities.
- Collaborate with legal and procurement teams to integrate security requirements into contracts.
- Define, document, and enforce minimum security baseline standards for all IT systems and infrastructure.
- Lead the maintenance and improvement of the Information Security Management System (ISMS) in accordance with ISO 27001:2022 standards.
- Ensure continuous compliance with PCI DSS requirements, including annual assessments.
- Coordinate internal and external information security audits and serve as the point of contact for audit engagements.
- Prepare and submit timely quarterly information security reports to the Bank of Uganda.
- Develop security reports and dashboards for management highlighting key metrics, risks, and compliance status.
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