Senior Information Technology Risk Management Officer

Job Summary:

The Senior Information Technology Risk Management Officer is responsible for identifying, assessing, monitoring, and mitigating information technology risks across the organization. The role ensures that IT systems, operations, and security controls align with organizational policies, regulatory requirements, and risk management frameworks while supporting business continuity and operational resilience.

Qualifications and Requirements:

• Minimum BA Degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.
• Professional certification in IT Risk Management is an added advantage.

Experience:

• A minimum of 5 years of relevant work experience.
• At least 2 years of experience in a Senior IT Risk Management Officer position.
• Experience in Banks, Microfinance Institutions (MFIs), or other financial service providing companies is required.

Required Skills and Competencies:

• Knowledge of risk management methodologies and frameworks.
• Knowledge of research methodology and analytical approaches.
• Strong analytical and evaluation skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Strong technological and digital literacy.
• Ability to identify, assess, and mitigate IT-related risks.
• Strong reporting and documentation skills.
• Ability to work with confidentiality and professional integrity.

Key Responsibilities:

• Identify and assess IT-related risks across systems, infrastructure, and business operations.
• Monitor compliance with internal policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements.
• Support the implementation and improvement of IT risk management frameworks.
• Prepare risk assessment reports and provide recommendations for mitigation measures.
• Coordinate IT risk reviews and support internal and external audit activities.
• Monitor risk indicators and maintain risk registers.
• Support business continuity and information security initiatives.
• Provide guidance to departments on IT governance and risk management practices.
• Contribute to developing risk awareness and control culture across the institution.

Terms of Employment:

• Employment Type: Permanent
• Salary: As per the Institution salary scale

Skills Required:

• Computer / Software / It / Data