Lead Cybersecurity Engineering Specialist

Digital Bank

Job Overview

Location

Lagos, Lagos, Nigeria

Employment Type

Full-time

Work Arrangement

Hybrid

Sector

Information Technology & Software

Experience Level

Senior (5-8 years)

Application Deadline

March 7, 2026

About the Company

We are a forward-thinking, CBN-licensed Digital Bank committed to revolutionizing financial services through cutting-edge technology. Our mission is to provide secure, accessible, and innovative banking solutions to our customers. We foster a dynamic and collaborative work environment where talent is nurtured, and continuous learning is encouraged. Join us as we build the future of digital banking.

Job Description

Join our innovative Information Security team as a Lead Cybersecurity Engineering Specialist at a premier Digital Bank. This pivotal role involves designing, implementing, and managing advanced security solutions to protect our digital ecosystem.

You will lead the engineering efforts for our cybersecurity infrastructure, ensuring it is resilient, scalable, and effective against sophisticated threats. Your leadership will be instrumental in shaping our security posture and driving technological advancements.

To apply for this role, click the Apply button on this page and follow the instructions.

Required Skills

Cybersecurity EngineeringSecurity ArchitectureNetwork SecurityCloud SecurityThreat MitigationLeadership

Key Responsibilities

  • Design, implement, and maintain security engineering solutions.
  • Lead the development and deployment of security technologies.
  • Oversee security infrastructure, including firewalls, IDS/IPS, and VPNs.
  • Develop and enforce security policies and standards.
  • Mentor and guide junior engineering team members.

Qualifications

  • Extensive experience in cybersecurity engineering and architecture.
  • Proven ability to lead technical projects and teams.
  • Deep understanding of network protocols and security best practices.
  • Experience with cloud security platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP).
  • Strong knowledge of threat modeling and risk assessment.

Benefits & Perks

  • Competitive salary
  • Hybrid work environment
  • Leadership opportunity
  • Impactful role in a growing digital bank

How to Apply

Complete the application form and upload your CV and Cover Letter.

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdji2xxzYpauHdreIroowKuyG0YUbNWhWdx2PISJNmKx3YOnQ/viewform

Posted Date

February 20, 2026

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