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Head, Information Security job at UGAFODE Microfinance Limited (MDI)
Posted by: great-volunteer
Posted date: 2026-Jan-12
Location: kampala, Kampala
Head, Information Security 2026-01-12T06:08:01+00:00 UGAFODE Microfinance Limited (MDI) https://cdn.ugashare.com/jsjobsdata/data/employer/comp_699/logo/ugafode.png https://www.ugashare.com/jobs/ FULL_TIME kampala Kampala 00256 Uganda Financial Services Computer & IT, Management 2026-01-25T17:00:00+00:00 8 Join Our Team! We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Head of Information Security to join our team. This role is crucial in safeguarding our organization's information assets and ensuring compliance with relevant regulations. Requirements - Minimum of Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, MIS or equivalent, and any IT certification (e.g. CISCO Certified Network Associate (CCNA) etc.
- At least 6 years' experience in information security or banking computer systems.
- Extensive knowledge of Information security within Banking environment including related statutory IT compliance regulations, IT and MIS banking policies & procedures, e.t.c.
- Specialist security certifications such as GSEC (GIAC Security Essentials), CISSP (Certified Information Systems Security Professional) or related field is an added advantage.
- Experience with incident response, risk assessment, and management.
- Maintain relevant industry, information technology, and process knowledge expertise.
- Ability to maintain confidentiality.
- Experience in leading teams.
- Exceptional planning and organizational skills, and excellent written and oral communication.
- Analytical mind with the ability to quickly get to the root cause of issues.
- An overall understanding of relevant scripting and source code programming languages, such as C#, C++, .NET, Java, Perl, PHP, Python and others that are in use.
- An up to date working knowledge of IT Security related hardware, software and vendor solutions.
Note: UGAFODE provides equal opportunity in employment to all people without regard to their gender. Therefore, women are also encouraged to apply. JOB-69648fc10943b Vacancy title:
Head, Information Security Jobs at:
UGAFODE Microfinance Limited (MDI) Deadline of this Job:
Sunday, January 25 2026 Duty Station:
kampala | Kampala Summary
Date Posted: Monday, January 12 2026, Base Salary: Not Disclosed JOB DETAILS: Join Our Team! We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Head of Information Security to join our team. This role is crucial in safeguarding our organization's information assets and ensuring compliance with relevant regulations. Requirements - Minimum of Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, MIS or equivalent, and any IT certification (e.g. CISCO Certified Network Associate (CCNA) etc.
- At least 6 years' experience in information security or banking computer systems.
- Extensive knowledge of Information security within Banking environment including related statutory IT compliance regulations, IT and MIS banking policies & procedures, e.t.c.
- Specialist security certifications such as GSEC (GIAC Security Essentials), CISSP (Certified Information Systems Security Professional) or related field is an added advantage.
- Experience with incident response, risk assessment, and management.
- Maintain relevant industry, information technology, and process knowledge expertise.
- Ability to maintain confidentiality.
- Experience in leading teams.
- Exceptional planning and organizational skills, and excellent written and oral communication.
- Analytical mind with the ability to quickly get to the root cause of issues.
- An overall understanding of relevant scripting and source code programming languages, such as C#, C++, .NET, Java, Perl, PHP, Python and others that are in use.
- An up to date working knowledge of IT Security related hardware, software and vendor solutions.
Note: UGAFODE provides equal opportunity in employment to all people without regard to their gender. Therefore, women are also encouraged to apply. Work Hours: 8 Experience in Months: 72 Level of Education: bachelor degree Job application procedure
Interested in applying for this job? ugafode.co.ug&form%5Bvalid-to%5D=Sunday,%20January%2025%202026">Click here to submit your application now. How to Apply: 1. Submit an application letter with an up-to-date CV 2. Save the Documents as Your Full Name & indicate the job title you are applying for in the Subject Line. Your applications should be addressed to the Head of Human Resources. Deadline: 25th January 2026
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