Job Title: IT Officer – Security
Organisation: Makerere University Kampala
Duty Station: Kampala, Uganda
About Organisation:
Makerere University is the oldest and premier University in Uganda which strives to becoming the leading institution for academic excellence and innovations in Africa.
Job Summary: Maintain and control all aspects of network and system security (routers, firewalls, switches and operating systems as well as software related security) within the University environment.
Key Duties and Responsibilities:
- Implement, network security policies and procedures;
- Perform vulnerability scans and deploy security patches;
- Review logs and alerts for anomalies and potential security breaches and implement mitigation measures;
- Document and maintain inventory of security incidences and security status;
- Perform security audits and compliance programs;
- Manages security devices such as firewalls, IDS, VPN, and others;
- Perform any other relevant duties assigned by the immediate advisor.
Qualifications, Skills and Experience:
- A Masters Degree in Information Technology or Information Science/System or Library or Information Science/ Bachelor of Science in Statistics, Mathematics/Physics/Electrical/Electronics or Bachelor of Science in Computer Science or Software Engineering or Information Systems and Technology and any other ICT related programs from recognized University/Institution;
- An Honours Bachelor’s Degree in Information Technology or Information Science/System or Library or Information Science/ Bachelor of Science in Statistics, Mathematics/Physics/Electrical/Electronics or Bachelor of Science in Computer Science or Software Engineering or Information Systems and Technology and any other ICT related programs from recognized University/Institution;
- Specialized professional certification such as Certified Information Security Manager (CISM), Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH).
- Experience
- A minimum of three (3) years working experience
Skills/Competences
- Knowledge in administering system security measures in a large ICT environment.
- Pays attention to details;
- Good interpersonal skills;
- Output oriented work habits;
- Good conceptual skills;
- Initiative and innovation.
- Age Limit: APPLICANTS SHOULD NOT EXCEED FIFTY FIVE (55) YEARS OF AGE AT THE TIME OF APPLICATION.
How to Apply:
All candidates should apply online at the link below
Deadline: 18th August 2025
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Level of Education: Postgraduate Degree
Work Hours: 8
Experience in Months: 36