# Cybersecurity Manager Job NBK, Nairobi, Kenya Canonical URL: https://primejobalerts.com/jobs/cybersecurity-manager-job-nbk-nairobi-kenya Company: NBK, Nairobi, Kenya Category: Information & Communication Technology Location: Kenya Work type: Full-time Work arrangement: On-site Published: 2026-07-22 Expires: 2026-09-05 ## Job Description ### Position Scope - Responsible for implementation, upgrade or monitoring of the cybersecurity plans, perimeter and systems infrastructure and systems in line with IT security policies and procedures and in a manner that provides effective assurance, protection and security of Bank systems, business and customer data/information whilst assuring continuity of business. ### Key Responsibilities - Implement plans and actions that ensure the Bank’s adherence the CBK regulatory requirements of Cybersecurity oversight in the Bank - Develop and implement cybersecurity plans, systems and procedures to secure the Bank’s ICT Infrastructure and systems - Implement and monitor IT cybersecurity standards that pertain to ICT devices and systems to ensure infrastructure and system protection, health and uptime. - Implement and monitor IT cybersecurity standards that pertain to business systems and user management: changes, access and authentication and systems action logging - Take action to ensure, correct or report cybersecurity attacks, destructive/unauthorized access and continuous protection. - Perform risk assessments and execute tests to sustain and maintain cybersecurity standards for the ICT infrastructure and systems and take correction measures thereof. - Ensure compliance to the Bank policies, procedures, regulatory standards and guidelines - Any other duties that may be assigned by the supervisor ### Skills & Experience - Bachelor’s Degree in IT/Business related field from a recognized university - Certified Ethical Hacker certification (CEH) is an added advantage Cybersecurity Security Standards/Management Certification that relate to current technologies. - Professional banking courses are an advantage - Project management certification - Five (5) years in an IT environment in a financial or telco industry with at least three (3) years in Cybersecurity Management - Leadership and management-ability to lead, mentor and coach staff to goal definition and achievement - Excellent communication skills; articulate in communicating to both internal and external stakeholders at level levels. - Professionalism –maintains a professional approach based on ethics and NBK values - Integrity, honesty and ethics- ensures ethical practices and integrity and ensures NBK is not put at reputational risk - Building consensus and influencing-ability to influence various players across all NBK departments - Customer orientation-is customer focused striking a solid balance between external and internal customer orientation - Resilience –is able to withstand operational challenges and maintain momentum - Multi-tasking; able to manage several concurrent assignments and prioritise demands. - Flexibility and adaptability; ability to keep pace with latest technology and trends in addition to new security requirements. - Proactive and positive attitude, highly motivated and self-directed; ability to work in a team environment or independently - Knowledge of IT Governance Standards - Experience in core banking systems - Systems Administration experience - Knowledge on file processing and file formats - Experience in ICT security standards and data management - Experience in cybersecurity regulatory and industry standards ### How to Apply Send your CV and application letter showing how you meet the role requirement stated above to: Recruitment@nationalbank.co.ke by Wednesday, 5 th August 2026 Indicate Name & Job Reference No. Re-advertisement NBK/ICT/01/2026 on email subject. Pease note that applications received after the deadline will not be considered. ## Requirements Apply by email: recruitment@nationalbank.co.ke ## Apply Use the canonical Prime Job Alerts page for full application instructions and source verification.