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Job Title:  Management Trainee – Cyber Security (Fresher Jobs) 

Organisation: National Information Technology Authority-Uganda (NITA-U)

Duty Station:  Kampala, Uganda

Reports to: Cyber Security Officer

About the Company:

The National Information Technology Authority-Uganda (NITA-U) is an autonomous statutory body established under the NITA-U Act 2009, The Authority is under the general supervision of the Ministry of Information Communications Technology and National Guidance (MOICT&NG). The National Information Technology Authority, Uganda was established with a mandate to coordinate, promote and monitor the development of IT in the context of social and economic development of Uganda.

Job Summary: The Management Trainee will support in the investigation of complaints and data security incidents reported to the Personal Data Protection Office.

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

• Support the execution of the investigation of complaints and reported data security breaches.
• Provide technical guidance with respect to regulatory guidance issued on reported data security breaches.
• Monitor and report on new and emerging threats to data security in the technology arena.
• Review descriptions of security measures to safeguard personal data highlighted in applications for registration.
• Review and action on complaints made regarding contravention of data controllers and processors’ statutory obligation to develop and implement appropriate security measures to safeguard personal data.
• Any other duties as may be assigned by the supervisor.

Qualifications, Skills and Experience:

Education

• An Honours Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Information Security, or a related field from a recognized university is required.

Experience

• A Minimum of six (6) months of working experience in any field of Information Technology or Information Security is a requirement.
• Experience in data protection and privacy, cyber security, and risk management is an added advantage

Technical Expertise

• Understanding of trends and developments in the areas of Information Security and risk management.
• Basic knowledge of Information Security principles and practices.
• Able to prioritize to drive delivery of tasks.
• A resilient team player with a ‘can-do attitude, who is willing to take responsibility.
• Good communication (written and oral) and interpersonal skills.
• Flexibility, persistence, and willingness to work on a variety of activities/ tasks.
• Analytical and problem-solving skills.

How to Apply:

All interested applicants who meet the job requirements/specifications and with the right personal attributes are invited to complete and submit their application for, Download Here, with a cover letter, supported by curriculum vitae, copies of certificates and testimonials, and must specify day time telephone contact 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

via email: hr@nita.go.ug

Deadline: 11th September 2024 by 5:00pm

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