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Temporary Risk Analyst job at The National Information Technology Authority-Uganda (NITA-U) | Apply Now
Kampala, Uganda
The National Information Technology Authority-Uganda (NITA-U) is a government agency established to promote and regulate the use of information technology (IT) in Uganda, with a mission to harness technology for national development by providing strategic leadership in IT policy implementation and infrastructure development. Since its formation in 2009, NITA-U has earned recognition for driving key IT initiatives such as the national data center, e-government services, and the development of national IT policies that support the country's digital transformation.
NITA-U fosters a work culture of innovation, collaboration, and excellence, offering employees opportunities for professional development and work-life balance in a dynamic and supportive environment. The Authority's business model focuses on delivering secure, scalable IT solutions and fostering partnerships with both the public and private sectors to enhance the accessibility and quality of digital services. With a nationwide reach, NITA-U plays a central role in shaping Uganda's digital infrastructure, facilitating the digitalization of government services, and driving the country's tech innovation ecosystem.
The organization upholds core values of transparency, accountability, inclusivity, and service excellence, and integrates corporate social responsibility by supporting digital literacy programs, empowering communities, and ensuring equitable access to technology. For more information, visit www.nita.go.ug.
Are you looking for Information Technology Jobs in Uganda 2024 today?, then you might be interested in Temporary Risk Analyst job at The National Information Technology Authority-Uganda (NITA-U)
Full Time
Deadline:
11 Sept 2024
Temporary Risk Analyst job at The National Information Technology Authority-Uganda (NITA-U)
The National Information Technology Authority-Uganda (NITA-U)
Job Description
Duties, Roles and Responsibilities
Qualifications, Education and Competencies
This role is responsible for performing risk assessments to enable organizations improve their information security practices and posture.
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Perform information security risk assessments to ensure appropriate information security and business controls exist in organizations including describing and estimating the risks
Provide support during evaluation organizations criteria for previous handling of risks
Provide technical support for organizational risk reporting in an appropriate manner across strategic, tactical and operational levels
Providing support, education and training to staff to build capacity in risk awareness, analysis and management within organizations
Support to undertake audits of organizational policies and compliance to National standards, legislations and frameworks.
Assist organizations develop effective risk registers.
Perform any other duties that may be assigned from time to time
SERVICES
COMMERCIAL
SERVICES
INDUSTRIAL
SERVICES
RESIDENTIAL
Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, and Information Security or a related field from a recognized university
Experience
At least 1 year of working experience in Information Security roles or in a field related to risk management.
Technical Expertise
Working knowledge of global information security frameworks and standards
Knowledge of Information Security
Knowledge of Risk Management
Basic Knowledge of IT Service Management
Nature and Scope
Interpersonal Skills
Able to prioritize and coordinate work streams/projects to drive delivery of tasks
Facilitates groups and individuals to create win-win solutions that deliver greater overall benefit
A resilient team player with a ‘can do’ attitude, who is willing to take responsibility leading and working with others to create breakthrough solutions to complex problems
Good Communication (written and oral) and interpersonal skills
Flexibility, persistence and willingness to work on a variety of activities/ tasks
APPLICATIONS FOR THIS POSITION MUST BE ONLINE
Interested applicants who meet the job requirements/specifications and with the right personal attributes are invited to complete and submit their application form (which can be downloaded from the NITA-U official website https://www.nita.go.ug/downloadable-forms/job-application-forms), with a cover letter, supported by curriculum vitae, copies of certificates and testimonials, and must specify day time telephone contact, postal and email addresses of both the applicant and three referees, to the address below.
The Executive Director,
National Information Technology
Authority – UGANDA (NITA-U),
Palm Courts, Plot 7A, Rotary Avenue (former Lugogo bypass)
P.O. Box 33151, Kampala-Uganda
Tel: 0417 801 038
The deadline for applications for the positions is 11th September 2024 (Not later than 1700 hrs. Local Time). Only Soft copy applications will be accepted and no application will be considered without a duly completed and signed standard application form (referred to above). You can apply for a maximum of two positions.
5. FEEDBACK
Only successful candidates will be contacted. Any form of solicitation, influence peddling, and or any other “backdoor” attempt, of whatsoever nature, to influence the selection process in one’s favour, will automatically lead to the disqualification of a candidate without any recourse.
