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Officer Cyber Threat Analysis job at Uganda Communications Commission (UCC) | Apply Now
Bugolobi, Kampala, Uganda
The Uganda Communications Commission (UCC) is the regulatory authority responsible for overseeing and guiding the development of the communications sector in Uganda. Established by the Uganda Communications Act of 2013, the UCC's mandate encompasses telecommunications, broadcasting, radio communication, and postal services, ensuring that these services are accessible, efficient, and reliable for all Ugandans.
Mission and Vision
The UCC's mission is to promote the development of a modern communications sector in Uganda, fostering an environment that encourages investment, innovation, and fair competition. Its vision is to create a vibrant communications sector that enhances the social and economic development of Uganda.
The UCC is committed to engaging with communities and stakeholders to understand their needs and challenges. Through initiatives such as public consultations, workshops, and outreach programs, the commission ensures that its policies and actions are aligned with the aspirations of Ugandans.
Are you looking for Information Technology jobs in Uganda 2025 today? then you might be interested in Officer Cyber Threat Analysis job at Uganda Communications Commission (UCC)
Full Time
Deadline:
1 Jun 2025
Job Title
Officer Cyber Threat Analysis job at Uganda Communications Commission (UCC)
Uganda Communications Commission (UCC)
Job Description
Job Title: Officer Cyber Threat Analysis (Fresher Jobs)
Organisation: Uganda Communications Commission (UCC)
Duty Station: Bugolobi, Kampala, Uganda
Reports to: Senior Officer Information Security
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.
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The CV must include 3 referees including their email address and telephone number.
Deadline: 1st June 2025
Note: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. UCC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Any form of canvassing will lead to automatic disqualification.
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How to Apply
Monitor and maintain and automate cyber threat intelligence feeds/platforms
Identify, collect, analyse, and correlate threat data from diverse sources, with an aim of producing sector intelligence reports.
Support the investigations of reported cybersecurity incidents and eradication efforts.
Conduct security assessments to strengthen cybersecurity resilience and ensure continuous operation of information security tools and technology.
Create and evaluate indicators of compromise to improve the Communication sector’s cybersecurity posture.
Research emerging cyber threats, attack methodologies, and evolving threat landscapes.
Maintain flexibility to accommodate any other duties assigned by the line supervisor from time to time.
Key Performance Indicators
Number of cyber threat intelligence reports and advisories generated.
Number of internal investigations conducted successfully.
Timeliness and relevance of insights provided on evolving threat landscapes.
Timely identification of cyber threats.
Number of cybersecurity awareness materials developed.
Quality of analysis reports on emerging cyber threats submitted.
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Bachelor’s degree in cyber security/information security, computer science, information technology, telecommunication/computer/software engineering.
Membership in a relevant information security/cyber security professional body is an added advantage
Possession of a professional certification in information security/cybersecurity fields is an added advantage
Working Experience
Minimum of two (2) years of total experience in information security/cybersecurity, information technology, or a relevant field at the practitioner level in a corporate setting.
Skills, Knowledge and Abilities
Technical
Demonstrated understanding of malware technologies, incident response, penetration testing, and incident management.
Extensive technical experience as an analyst and attention to detail.
Be able to analyze, synthesize, and evaluate complex information
Proficient in computer hardware, internet applications, cryptographical technologies, security risks, threats, vulnerabilities, and risk assessments.
Strong report writing skills and clear recommendations.
Behavioral
Strong communication skills.
Proactive initiative and innovation.
Collaboration and teamwork
