KPMG Vacancies in Kenya
KPMG 2017 Network Security Specialist Jobs in Kenya
ResponsibilitiesImplement the security component of the ICT Strategy that is aligned to overall Business Strategy;
Provide periodic security related progress updates to the business leadership;
Stays current with technological changes that affect the security of the network, computers, and other equipment. Stays current on appropriate new software and hardware.
Developing, implementing and enforcing information technology security policies, procedures, guidelines and standards to support the institutions operations and enable it achieve its strategic objectives;
Ensure that the firm gets the necessary IT support at the prescribed levels, reviewing
issues not resolved within prescribed timelines in the SLA and provide technical direction where required to proceed;
Manage the contracting of vendors for IT security services and liaise with them in matters regarding IT security services provided;
Continuously ensure that IT security policies and procedures are regularly followed, and this is ensured by reviewing logs, reports and other outputs from various processes.
Monitor and Control ICT security budget and report on expenditure;
Ensure all expenditure within IT Security is within the approved budget, and seek approval where this deviates;
Provide quarterly reports to the business leadership on IT security expenditure vs. budgets with details on variances identified;
Recognizes problems by identifying abnormalities; reporting violations;
Ensure that network equipment is physically secure;
Maintain an inventory of computers, servers, terminals, modems and other access devices that are attached to the Network;
Upgrade, manage, and maintain VPN concentrators, routers, and other Network equipment by implementing and maintaining security controls.
Plans, organize, direct and oversee all IT security related operations of the information technology department and evaluate them according to established goals to support the achievement of the business strategy;
Ensure that all IT security projects are approved, budgeted for and properly documented,
with clear deliverables and timelines agreed on by business units responsible and IT.
Recommend and implement security improvements such as installing computer security
software, conducting regular security audits, preparing security status reports,
Qualifications
Bachelor’s Degree in Information Technology
LAN and WAN, Cisco Networking knowledge
MCSE or at a minimum Certification in a security product
Certified Information Systems Auditor
Membership to an IT Security professional body will be an added advantage
4-6 years of experience working in networking systems, network security or information technology experience with WAN and LAN technologies knowledge in network access control (NAC) systems, firewalls, routers, incident response techniques, intrusion prevention systems, information security methodologies,
authentication protocols and different attack types
knowledge in network monitoring systems and log analysis & shipping
How to Apply
Interested candidates should send their resume by 15th October 2017 to: psrecruit@kpmg.co.ke
For more information and job application details, see; KPMG 2017 Network Security Specialist Jobs in Kenya
KPMG 2017 Database Administrator Jobs in Kenya
Responsibilities
Design, implement and maintain databases of high availability and quality, in accordance to end users information needs and views;
Provide technical expertise and identify database requirements in the development of new and existing applications by analyzing department applications, development, and operations;
Participate in the assessment of advanced application system requirements, system development tools, operating systems and database production systems including beta and field test participation;
Define users rights and enable data distribution to the right users, in appropriate format
and in a timely manner, considering both back-end data and information management and front-end accessibility for end-users;
Maintain and monitor database performance by calculating optimum values for database parameters; implementing new releases; completing maintenance requirements;
Implement system changes and administer access to systems and information, utilizing approved information technology security policies, standards and guidelines
Install and test new versions of the DBMS; maintaining data standards
Provide proactive and reactive data management support and training to users
Determine, enforce and document database policies, procedures, standards
and definitions for the data dictionary (metadata)
Perform tests and evaluations regularly to ensure data security, privacy and integrity
Stay current with technological changes that affect the databases
Qualifications
Bachelor’s Degree in Information Technology/Computer Science
Relevant professional database qualifications e.g. SQL, DBMS, RDBMS and OODBMS
Up to date knowledge and understanding of relevant internal and external laws, policies and procedures related to IT such as Data Protection, ITIL Best Practice and Computer Misuse
Knowledge of ‘relational database management systems’ (RDBMS), ‘object oriented database management systems’ (OODBMS) and XML database management systems
Up-to-date knowledge of technology and the Data Protection Act
Knowledge of virtualization technology
Experience of implementing IT applications for a similar sized organisation and environment
4-6 years of experience working in applications and database management or information technology
Experience in MySQL
General knowledge of Oracle
Working knowledge of structured query language
How to Apply
Interested candidates should send their resume by 15th October 2017 to: psrecruit@kpmg.co.ke
For more information and job application details, see; KPMG 2017 Database Administrator Jobs in Kenya
KPMG 2017 ICT General Manager Jobs in Kenya
Responsibilities
Establish and communicate the organization’s information management strategy and develop it as an integrated part of the business strategy;
Promotes IT policies, practices and decisions which recognize the current and evolving needs of all the stakeholders;
Set a strategy for monitoring and managing the performance of IT-related systems and services, in respect of their contribution to business performance and benefits to the business;
Have the vision to recognize and respond to changing requirements for IT resource;
Coordinate the development of key performance goals for functions and direct reports;
Provide direct management of key functional managers in the business unit;
Document and articulate the IT strategy to the business leadership and provide periodic progress updates;
Develop performance measurements and tracking systems to ensure timely implementation of initiatives.
Responsible for the day-to-day management of the IT team;
Oversee key hiring and talent development programs;
Manage the career progression of the staff, ensuring that assignments meet their career goals;
Recruit, hire, develop and hold accountable staff that are capable and responsive to the work assigned within challenging timelines while implementing multiple projects.
Responsible for compliance with regulations, standards and codes of good practice relating to
information and documentation, records management, information assurance and data protection;
Authorize organisational policies governing the conduct of change management initiatives and standards of professional conduct;
Maintain quality service by establishing and enforcing organization standards;
Analyse the business requirements of all departments to determine their technology needs;
Qualifications
Bachelor’s Degree in Information Technology/Computer Science
Master’s Degree in Information Technology/ Computer Science/Business Administration will be preferred
Project management skills
Business Acumen skills
MCSE or at a minimum Certification in a server product
Certified Information Systems Auditor
Other IT professional qualifications will be an added advantage;
Membership to an IT professional body
10 years working experience in a busy IT setup
Proven experience on a similar managerial role
General knowledge on IT systems, infrastructure, networks and databases
Background in designing/developing IT systems and planning IT implementation
Solid understanding of data analysis, budgeting and business operations
How to Apply
Interested candidates should send their resume by 15th October 2017 to: psrecruit@kpmg.co.ke
For more information and job application details, see; KPMG 2017 ICT General Manager Jobs in Kenya
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