Information Security Officer
2025-06-24T07:08:30+00:00
ASA Microfinance Tanzania Limited
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FULL_TIME
Msese Street
Dar Es Salaam
Dar es Salaam
00000
Tanzania
Financial Services
Computer & IT
2025-07-06T17:00:00+00:00
Tanzania
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ASA Microfinance Tanzania Limited, incorporated under the Companies Act 2002 (No. 93819) of Tanzania and an affiliate of ASA International (www.asa-international.com), one of the largest microfinance companies in the world, is inviting qualified citizens of Tanzania to join our team. We are an equal opportunity employer seeking dynamic, loyal, and committed individuals with a passion for people’s socio-economic development to fill the following positions for immediate appointment.
Information Security Officer (1 Post)
Job Responsibilities:
- Serve as a core member of the Security Operation Center (SOC), monitoring and optimizing security tools to ensure data integrity.
- Conduct dedicated monitoring and analysis of cybersecurity events using various tools to investigate and understand security incidents, leading to effective incident response (IR).
- Analyze and detect security threats through threat intelligence-based detection and behavior analysis.
- Ensure the integrity and efficiency of Internal Audit-related matters.
- Perform data mining of log sources to uncover and investigate anomalous activities, tuning rules, filters, and policies to enhance detection accuracy and visibility.
- Maintain excellent communication with the Audit Manager of ASA Tanzania and Group Internal Auditor of ASA International (ASAI) Headquarters on all tasks and projects.
- Conduct regular field visits for auditing purposes at least 12 days per month and report field activities to the Chief Executive Officer of ASA Microfinance Tanzania Limited and Dhaka, Bangladesh.
- Manage security incident communications, including initial reporting, follow-ups, and resolution activities.
- Provide threat and vulnerability analysis, along with security advisory services.
- Analyze and respond to undisclosed software and hardware vulnerabilities.
- Investigate, document, and report on information security issues and emerging trends.
- Prepare monthly consolidation reports of the audit department on time and send them to the ASAI Group Head of Internal Audit.
- Develop a program plan that includes security gap assessments, policies, procedures, standards, training, certification, and testing.
- Accomplish day-to-day activities regularly and on time.
Academic Qualification & Experience Requirements:
- Minimum Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related subjects.
- Certified Public Accountant (CPA-T) is an added advantage.
- Minimum 2 years of professional experience as an auditor or in a relevant role is a must.
- Preferably experience working with NGOs, financial institutions, banks, audit firms, or consultancy firms.
- In-depth knowledge of corporate financial law and risk management practices.
- Proficient in the use of MS Office and financial management software (e.g., SAP).
Remuneration
Attractive salary package will be offered relating to competencies and experiences.
General Requirements for Applicants of All Posts
- Application Letter.
- Curriculum Vitae enclosing details of work experience, skills, and postal and telephone contacts of three referees.
- One current passport-size photograph attached in CV.
Job Responsibilities: Serve as a core member of the Security Operation Center (SOC), monitoring and optimizing security tools to ensure data integrity. Conduct dedicated monitoring and analysis of cybersecurity events using various tools to investigate and understand security incidents, leading to effective incident response (IR). Analyze and detect security threats through threat intelligence-based detection and behavior analysis. Ensure the integrity and efficiency of Internal Audit-related matters. Perform data mining of log sources to uncover and investigate anomalous activities, tuning rules, filters, and policies to enhance detection accuracy and visibility. Maintain excellent communication with the Audit Manager of ASA Tanzania and Group Internal Auditor of ASA International (ASAI) Headquarters on all tasks and projects. Conduct regular field visits for auditing purposes at least 12 days per month and report field activities to the Chief Executive Officer of ASA Microfinance Tanzania Limited and Dhaka, Bangladesh. Manage security incident communications, including initial reporting, follow-ups, and resolution activities. Provide threat and vulnerability analysis, along with security advisory services. Analyze and respond to undisclosed software and hardware vulnerabilities. Investigate, document, and report on information security issues and emerging trends. Prepare monthly consolidation reports of the audit department on time and send them to the ASAI Group Head of Internal Audit. Develop a program plan that includes security gap assessments, policies, procedures, standards, training, certification, and testing. Accomplish day-to-day activities regularly and on time.
Preferably experience working with NGOs, financial institutions, banks, audit firms, or consultancy firms. In-depth knowledge of corporate financial law and risk management practices. Proficient in the use of MS Office and financial management software (e.g., SAP).
Academic Qualification & Experience Requirements: Minimum Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related subjects. Certified Public Accountant (CPA-T) is an added advantage. Minimum 2 years of professional experience as an auditor or in a relevant role is a must.
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Vacancy title:
Information Security Officer
[Type: FULL_TIME, Industry: Financial Services, Category: Computer & IT]
Jobs at:
ASA Microfinance Tanzania Limited
Deadline of this Job:
Sunday, July 6 2025
Duty Station:
Msese Street | Dar es Salaam | Tanzania
Summary
Date Posted: Tuesday, June 24 2025, Base Salary: Not Disclosed
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JOB DETAILS:
ASA Microfinance Tanzania Limited, incorporated under the Companies Act 2002 (No. 93819) of Tanzania and an affiliate of ASA International (www.asa-international.com), one of the largest microfinance companies in the world, is inviting qualified citizens of Tanzania to join our team. We are an equal opportunity employer seeking dynamic, loyal, and committed individuals with a passion for people’s socio-economic development to fill the following positions for immediate appointment.
Information Security Officer (1 Post)
Job Responsibilities:
- Serve as a core member of the Security Operation Center (SOC), monitoring and optimizing security tools to ensure data integrity.
- Conduct dedicated monitoring and analysis of cybersecurity events using various tools to investigate and understand security incidents, leading to effective incident response (IR).
- Analyze and detect security threats through threat intelligence-based detection and behavior analysis.
- Ensure the integrity and efficiency of Internal Audit-related matters.
- Perform data mining of log sources to uncover and investigate anomalous activities, tuning rules, filters, and policies to enhance detection accuracy and visibility.
- Maintain excellent communication with the Audit Manager of ASA Tanzania and Group Internal Auditor of ASA International (ASAI) Headquarters on all tasks and projects.
- Conduct regular field visits for auditing purposes at least 12 days per month and report field activities to the Chief Executive Officer of ASA Microfinance Tanzania Limited and Dhaka, Bangladesh.
- Manage security incident communications, including initial reporting, follow-ups, and resolution activities.
- Provide threat and vulnerability analysis, along with security advisory services.
- Analyze and respond to undisclosed software and hardware vulnerabilities.
- Investigate, document, and report on information security issues and emerging trends.
- Prepare monthly consolidation reports of the audit department on time and send them to the ASAI Group Head of Internal Audit.
- Develop a program plan that includes security gap assessments, policies, procedures, standards, training, certification, and testing.
- Accomplish day-to-day activities regularly and on time.
Academic Qualification & Experience Requirements:
- Minimum Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related subjects.
- Certified Public Accountant (CPA-T) is an added advantage.
- Minimum 2 years of professional experience as an auditor or in a relevant role is a must.
- Preferably experience working with NGOs, financial institutions, banks, audit firms, or consultancy firms.
- In-depth knowledge of corporate financial law and risk management practices.
- Proficient in the use of MS Office and financial management software (e.g., SAP).
Remuneration
Attractive salary package will be offered relating to competencies and experiences.
General Requirements for Applicants of All Posts
- Application Letter.
- Curriculum Vitae enclosing details of work experience, skills, and postal and telephone contacts of three referees.
- One current passport-size photograph attached in CV.
Work Hours: 8
Experience in Months: 24
Level of Education: bachelor degree
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