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Manager Cyber Security

Centenary Bank

Location

Kampala

Category

IT

Job Type

On-site

Work Hours

Full Time

Deadline

17th March 2026

Job Description

Centenary Bank seeks to recruit a suitably qualified, experienced and competent individual to fill the position below. This is an exciting opportunity for a highly motivated and result-driven professional. The main role will be to oversee cybersecurity operations, including team leadership, incident response, policy development, risk management and security operations.

Key Responsibilities & Tasks

  • The Manager Cyber Security oversees the bank’s cybersecurity operations to ensure that systems, networks, and information assets are protected from cyber threats and vulnerabilities.
  • The role provides leadership and direction to the cybersecurity team, guiding staff in implementing security controls, monitoring systems, and maintaining a strong security posture across the organization.
  • The Manager coordinates and manages incident response activities, ensuring that cybersecurity incidents are quickly identified, investigated, contained, and resolved to minimize impact on the bank’s operations.
  • The role leads the development, review, and implementation of cybersecurity policies and procedures to ensure compliance with security standards and regulatory requirements.
  • The Manager oversees cybersecurity risk management by identifying, assessing, and addressing potential security risks that could affect the bank’s systems, data, and digital banking services.
  • The role ensures the effective management and continuous improvement of security operations, including monitoring, detection, and response mechanisms used to safeguard the bank’s IT infrastructure

Requirements, Qualifications and Competences

  • Bachelor’s Degree in an IT related area from a recognized University
  • Master’s Degree in an IT related area (Desirable)
  • Knowledge of and experience in developing and documenting security architecture and plans, including strategic, tactical and project plans
  • Ability to understand and assess technology systems and applications from both a technical and business function perspective
  • Understanding of information security principles and best practices (e.g., ISO27001/2022, COBIT, NIST, PCI DSS and ISF Standards of Good Practice for Information Security).
  • Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities to analyse security requirements and relate them to appropriate security controls
  • Knowledge of industry best practices regarding digitalization and automation of banking services.
  • Knowledge and experience of UNIX Operating Systems, Microsoft Server Operating Systems, Virtualization technologies, Intrusion Prevention & Detection systems and advanced enterprise networks (LANs & WANs)
  • Must have excellent verbal and written communication skills and excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to build and influence teams.
  • Professional Qualification (Minimum): CISSP/CEH/CISM/DevSecOps Foundation/Practitioner
  • and Network certifications e.g. JNCIS-SEC, CCNP are an added advantage
  • Five (5) years’ experience in managing design, development and delivery cybersecurity operations in a large financial institution or a reputable organization of which 3 years must have been at leadership position experience is an added advantage
  • Ethics and Integrity
  • Public relations
  • Strategic Thinking
  • Driving agility
  • Planning & Budgeting
  • HR management
  • Relationship Management
  • Effective Communication
  • Mentorship & Coaching
  • Negotiation and Mediation
  • Developing talent
  • Adaptability
  • Change management.
  • Shaping creativity and innovation
  • Partnership development

About Centenary Bank

We are Uganda’s leading Commercial Microfinance Bank serving 3 million customers, with an asset base of UGX 6.3 trillion. Financial inclusion is key for us and we are reaching out through 81 branches, 209 ATMs, over 7,400 Agents, and several other digital channels including CenteMobile banking, CenteOnline banking, CenteVisa debit & prepaid cards, and Mastercard Platinum debit card.

How to Apply

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Fill the form and attach an application letter (addressed to General Manager Human Resource, Centenary Bank, P.O. Box 1892, Kampala), updated Curriculum Vitae, plus copies of all academic credentials, testimonials and contact details of three competent referees.

 

E-mail the above to: Talent_sourcing@centenarybank.co.ug not later than 5:00PM;17/03/2026

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Job Overview

Status Active
Category IT
Location Kampala
Job Type On-site

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