Cyber Security Analyst at Afripoint Group Limited

Job Summary

Afripoint Group is seeking a highly skilled and proactive Cybersecurity Analyst to protect the organization's information systems, networks, and digital assets from cyber threats. The successful candidate will be responsible for monitoring, detecting, investigating, and responding to security incidents while ensuring compliance with security policies and regulatory standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Monitor security systems, networks, servers, and applications for suspicious activities and potential vulnerabilities
• Conduct regular vulnerability assessments, penetration testing, and security audits across company platforms
• Investigate, analyze, and respond to cybersecurity incidents, breaches, and alerts in a timely manner
• Implement and maintain security controls, firewalls, intrusion detection/prevention systems (IDS/IPS), and endpoint protection solutions
• Develop, update, and enforce cybersecurity policies, standards, and procedures
• Ensure secure configuration of servers, cloud infrastructure, databases, and applications
• Collaborate with software developers, DevOps, and IT teams to integrate security best practices into system design and deployment
• Perform risk assessments and recommend mitigation strategies for identified threats
• Manage access controls, user privileges, and identity management systems
• Prepare incident reports, risk assessments, and compliance documentation for management review
• Stay up to date with emerging cyber threats, attack vectors, and security technologies
• Support regulatory compliance requirements (e.g., NDPR, ISO 27001, PCI-DSS where applicable)
• Conduct cybersecurity awareness training for staff and promote a security-first culture

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Cybersecurity, or a related field
• 3–5 years of hands-on experience in cybersecurity