Head, Information Security job at UGAFODE Microfinance Limited (MDI)


Head, Information Security
2026-01-12T06:08:01+00:00
UGAFODE Microfinance Limited (MDI)
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FULL_TIME
 
kampala
Kampala
00256
Uganda
Financial Services
Computer & IT, Management
UGX
 
MONTH
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.

 
 
 
bachelor degree
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Vacancy title:
Head, Information Security

[Type: FULL_TIME, Industry: Financial Services, Category: Computer & IT, Management]

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

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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
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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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