Engineer - Security Operations.Information Technology

Reports To: Manager - Security Operations
Division: Information Technology

Mission:

• Implement, maintain, and monitor security measures for information systems and networks. This role aims to protect the organization’s data, systems, and assets from security threats and vulnerabilities, ensuring a robust defense against both internal and external cybersecurity incidents.

Description:

• Optimize security costs by implementing cost-effective security measures and solutions.
• Maintain security incident response and escalation procedures.
• Monitor and analyze security alerts from multiple systems and respond promptly to potential threats.
• Maintain and improve Security Operations Center (SOC) tools, including SIEM systems, intrusion detection systems, and endpoint protection.
• Lead security projects and work with cross-functional teams to enhance security across MTN Nigeria.
• Mentor MSO security team members, providing guidance on best practices and professional development.
• Drive incident response and resolution, coordinating efforts across departments when handling high-severity incidents.
• Maintain effective working relationships with the Management, the heads of the business and service units and staff.
• Ensure high service levels for internal and external stakeholders by maintaining data security and integrity.
• Work closely with IT and other departments to resolve vulnerabilities and provide proactive solutions to security risks.
• Communicate effectively with stakeholders regarding security concerns and demonstrate MTN’s commitment to data protection.

Education:

• First degree in Computer Science, Information Security, or a related field.
• Relevant security certifications are highly desirable, including but not limited to CISSP, CISM, CEH, or CompTIA Security+.

Experience: 3-7 years’ experience which includes

• Minimum of 3 years’ experience in security operations should include hands-on incident response, threat analysis, and security monitoring.
• Telecommunications or technology industry background.
• Proficiency in using key SOC tools, such as Security Information and Event Management (SIEM) systems, intrusion detection/prevention systems (IDS/IPS), and endpoint protection solutions. Familiarity with security automation tools is also beneficial.

We at MTN Nigeria Communications Plc (MTNN) are a purpose and value-led organization.

At MTN Nigeria, we believe that understanding our people’s needs and aspirations is key to creating experiences that delight you at work, every day. We are committed to fostering an environment where every member of our Y’ello Family is heard, understood, and empowered to live an inspired life.

Our values keep us grounded and moving in the right direction. Most importantly, they keep us honest. It is not something we claim to be - it is in our DNA.

As an organisation, we consider it our mission to create an exciting and rewarding place to work, where our people can be themselves, thrive in positivity and ignite their full potential. A workplace that boosts creativity and innovation, improves productivity, and ultimately drives meaningful results. A workplace that is built on relationships and achieving a purpose that is bigger than us. This is what we want you to experience with us!

Our commitments go beyond an organisational promise. It is in our leadership and managerial ethos to meaningfully partner with our employees, customers, and stakeholders with a vision to realise our shared goals. 

We are delighted that you consider us your career partner to make a mark in the world. We wish you a rewarding career.

Do you want to be a part of a mission that delivers a bold new digital world to Nigeria and Nigerians?

Obsessions: How We Do It

The behaviors that keep our culture strong and safe.

1. Light It Up!

Always Do This:

🔹 Bring all your heart and all your smarts to us.

Never Do This:

❌ Never doubt your value here or let anyone else do it. And never do it to anyone yourself.

2. Raise Your Hand. Speak Your Mind.

Always Do This:

🔹 Respectfully but firmly challenge any threat to what we stand for.

Never Do This:

❌ Never hesitate to tell the truth as you see it, to whoever you have to tell. And never cause others to fear telling you.

3. Collaborate. Don’t Isolate.

Always Do This:

🔹 Share what you know and respect what others can teach you.

Never Do This:

❌ Never think that you are great unless you help make others great too.

4. Things Always Get Better Here.

Always Do This:

🔹 Take your own steps forward to improve and strengthen us.

Never Do This:

❌ Never believe or cause others to believe that "not now" means "not ever."

Do you want to be a part of a mission that delivers a bold new digital world to Nigeria and Nigerians?

Then, join MTN Nigeria!

Welcome to our Y’ello Family, where our people are our most critical competitive assets.

If you are passionate about working for a brand that believes in YOU, invests in YOU, and delivers the best value to those we serve, then THIS is the place.

Our Employee Value Proposition enables you to:

🟡 Work with meaning

🟡 Connect to develop

🟡 Thrive in positivity

🟡 Grow with purpose

Live inspired.

It’s a great place to work! Take that bold step and apply today!

*Eligible Females and People with Disabilities are encouraged to apply.

*MTN Nigeria Communications Plc (MTN) does not and will never ask for payment of any kind from applicants in all MTN’s recruitment processes and stages such as job application, CV review, interview, meeting, and final processing of applications. 

*MTN is not liable for fraudulent publication of job offers in MTN’s name or for the fraudulent use of MTN’s name in any manner whatsoever.

For whistle blowing and reporting fraudulent recruitment activities, contact us via MTNN.ForensicServices@mtn.com

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