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ICT and Cybersecurity Manager


Job Location:

Kampala - Uganda

Monthly Salary: Not provided by the employer
Experience Required: 5years
Posted: 5 August 2026 (30+ days ago)
Application Deadline: 2 November 2026
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

On behalf of our client we are seeking an experienced ICT and Cybersecurity Manager to lead the organisations technology infrastructure information security systems availability and digital-risk management.

The successful candidate will ensure that technology platforms are secure reliable scalable and aligned with business needs. The role requires a hands-on technology leader with strong experience in infrastructure management cybersecurity controls business continuity and third-party technology governance.

Key Responsibilities
  • Develop and implement the organisations ICT and cybersecurity strategy.
  • Manage networks servers cloud platforms business applications databases and end-user technology.
  • Establish information-security policies standards procedures and technical controls.
  • Monitor technology systems for security threats vulnerabilities and unauthorised activity.
  • Coordinate vulnerability assessments penetration testing and remediation activities.
  • Manage user access identity controls data backups encryption and security monitoring.
  • Develop and test disaster-recovery incident-response and business-continuity plans.
  • Lead investigations and responses to cybersecurity incidents and technology disruptions.
  • Ensure technology practices comply with applicable data-protection and regulatory requirements.
  • Manage technology vendors software licences service-level agreements and outsourced support providers.
  • Evaluate and recommend new technology solutions that improve operational efficiency.
  • Oversee ICT projects system upgrades integrations and technology implementations.
  • Prepare ICT budgets and monitor technology expenditure.
  • Deliver information-security awareness programmes for employees.
  • Lead coach and evaluate ICT team members.

Requirements
  • Bachelors degree in Information Technology Computer Science Cybersecurity Information Systems or a related field.
  • Professional certifications such as CISSP CISM CEH CompTIA Security or an equivalent qualification are preferred.
  • A postgraduate qualification in Information Security Technology Management or Business Administration will be an added advantage.
  • At least eight years of progressive experience in ICT infrastructure systems administration or cybersecurity.
  • A minimum of three years in a technology leadership or management position.
  • Previous experience in banking financial services financial technology telecommunications or another regulated industry is desirable.

Benefits
  • Pension
  • Medical Insurance
  • Phone Allowance