Specialist – Cloud Security at Safaricom Kenya

You will be accountable for ensuring the security, integrity and confidentiality of Cloud-based systems and services. This role focuses on designing, implementing, managing and maintaining robust cybersecurity solutions and processes that protect cloud infrastructures, applications, and data across platforms such as AWS, Azure and Huawei Cloud. 

Key Responsibilities: 

• Manage Security and Privacy by Design Assurance (SPDA) for all cloud services. 
• Design and implement secure multi-cloud architectures, ensuring compliance. 
• Conduct vulnerability assessments, penetration tests, and real-time threat monitoring. 
• Manage IAM policies, multi-factor authentication, and incident response. 
• Collaborate with DevOps teams to embed DevSecOps practices. 
• Develop cloud security policies and stay current on cloud security trends. 

Qualifications & Experience: 

• Cybersecurity and cloud security experience 
• Degree in Computer Science, IT, or related field. 
• Hands-on with cloud platforms and security tools (SIEM, IDS/IPS). 
• Skilled in automation/scripting tools (Terraform, CloudFormation, Python). 
• Certifications like AWS Security Specialty, Azure Security Engineer, CISSP, or CISM.