Cybersecurity Officer

Key Responsibilities :

Monitor and enforce data protection policies and procedures to ensure compliance with industry standards (e.g., ISO 27001, GDPR, HIPAA).

Identify and assess cybersecurity risks and implement appropriate mitigation strategies.

Oversee data safety audits, vulnerability assessments, and penetration testing in the data centre environment.

Collaborate with IT and cybersecurity teams to respond to data breaches or incidents, ensuring timely reporting and remediation.

Maintain and update data classification and handling protocols.

Ensure secure storage, transmission, and backup of sensitive data.

Conduct training sessions on data safety, cybersecurity awareness, and best practices for staff and contractors.

Maintain logs of data access and ensure the use of encryption, authentication, and access control mechanisms.

Work with legal and compliance teams on regulatory audits and documentation.

Develop and update incident response plans and business continuity strategies.

Qualifications :

Bachelors degree in Cybersecurity, Information Security, Computer Science, or a related field.

3+ years of experience in a cybersecurity or data protection role, preferably within a data centre environment.

Certifications such as CISSP, CISM, CEH, or CompTIA Security+ are preferred.

Strong knowledge of data protection laws, cybersecurity frameworks, and best practices.

Experience with security tools like SIEM, DLP, IDS / IPS, and endpoint protection solutions.

Excellent analytical, communication, and problem-solving skills.