Job Title: Officer Cyber Security Awareness (Fresher Jobs)
Organisation: Uganda Communications Commission (UCC)
Duty Station: Bugolobi, Kampala, Uganda
Reports to: Senior Officer Information Security
About the Company:
The Uganda Communications Commission (UCC) is a statutory body established under the Communications Act 2013 to regulate Telecommunications, Broadcasting and Postal sub-sectors. In carrying out its mandate and mission of driving the development of a robust communications sector in the country.
Job Summary: To develop cyber security awareness content, plans and support implementation of the cyber security awareness strategy and programs.
Key Duties and Responsibilities:
- Design and implement cybersecurity awareness plans to educate stakeholders, including UCC staff, communication service providers, government agencies, and the general public, on cybersecurity best practices, threats, and mitigation strategies.
- Organise training sessions, workshops, and seminars to enhance cybersecurity knowledge and skills among UCC employees and external stakeholders.
- Develop educational materials such as brochures, posters, online resources, and training modules to disseminate cybersecurity information effectively and reach a wide audience across various communication channels.
- Support cybersecurity awareness campaigns and programs to raise awareness about emerging cyber threats, promote cybersecurity hygiene, and encourage proactive measures to protect against cyber-attacks and data breaches.
- Provide training on various cyber security procedures including incident response procedures and protocols to ensure stakeholders are prepared to respond effectively to cybersecurity incidents.
- Promote adherence to cybersecurity policies, standards, and guidelines established by the Commission and other regulatory authorities, and ensuring stakeholders understand their roles and responsibilities.
- Collaborate with industry partners, government agencies, educational institutions, and other stakeholders to leverage resources, share best practices, and coordinate efforts in promoting cybersecurity awareness.
- Maintain flexibility to accommodate any other duties assigned by the line supervisor from time to time.
Key Performance Indicators
- Cybersecurity awareness plans, campaigns and programs designed and implemented.
- Training sessions, workshops, and seminars organised.
- Educational materials developed.
- Compliance levels with cybersecurity policies, standards, and guidelines.
Qualifications, Skills and Experience:
- Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Information technology, Cybersecurity, Information Security, or a related field.
- Professional cybersecurity certification and membership in a recognised security body is an added advantage.
Working Experience
- Minimum of two (2) years in designing, implementing, and evaluating cybersecurity awareness programs, workshops, and educational materials aimed at diverse stakeholders.
- Knowledge in graphics design, animations and visual Effects, video production, or related is an added advantage.
Skills, Knowledge and Abilities
Technical
- Proficiency in cybersecurity principles and best practices.
- Knowledge of cybersecurity training tools and simulation platforms.
- A good understanding of instructional design methodologies.
- Understanding of threat landscape and common cyber threats.
- Familiarity with relevant standards such as ISO/IEC 27001, information risk management methods and relevant Cyber laws
- Graphic Design, animations and video production skills
Behavioral
- Strong analytical skills
- Effective communication abilities
- Initiative and innovation
- Collaboration and teamwork
- Proven ability to work cross-functionally with technical and non-technical stakeholders
- Ability to plan, organise, and execute multiple campaigns simultaneously
How to Apply:
All candidates should complete the online application form and upload their CV, cover letter and relevant certificates at the link below. 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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