Information Security Analyst
Job Overview
Location
Lagos, Lagos, Nigeria
Employment Type
Full Time
Work Arrangement
On-site
Sector
Finance & Banking
Experience Level
Mid-level (3-5 years)
Application Deadline
February 25, 2026
About the Company
Zedcrest Group is a prominent African financial services and investment firm headquartered in Nigeria. Evolving from a modest trading company, Zedcrest has transformed into a diversified financial powerhouse. The group operates across various critical segments of the financial sector, strategically utilizing state-of-the-art digital platforms to achieve its ambitious vision.
As a leader in the Nigerian financial landscape, Zedcrest Group is committed to innovation and excellence, providing comprehensive financial solutions to its clientele.
Job Description
Zedcrest Group is seeking a vigilant Information Security Analyst to join our dedicated team. In this critical role, you will be instrumental in monitoring, detecting, analyzing, and responding to security events across our extensive IT and cloud infrastructure.
Your responsibilities will include managing SIEM alerts, conducting incident investigations, and supporting vulnerability management initiatives. You will work closely with the Chief Information Security Officer to enhance our overall security posture, ensuring adherence to regulatory requirements and industry best practices for financial institutions in Nigeria.
To apply for this role, click the Apply button on this page and follow the instructions.
Required Skills
Key Responsibilities
- Monitor SIEM dashboards and alerts, escalating suspicious activities to CISO & IT Audit
- Log, track, and support closure of security incident tickets under supervision
- Perform basic investigation of alerts (log review, IP/domain lookups, user verification)
- Run scheduled vulnerability scans and generate reports
- Follow up with IT/DevOps on remediation status for vulnerabilities and patches
- Engage with third-party vendors and service providers to track and remediate security issues impacting Zedcrest
- Maintain incident and vulnerability registers with accurate, up-to-date information
- Assist in preparing security reports and metrics for the CISO and management
- Help document and update SOC procedures, playbooks, and checklists
- Support basic security awareness activities (e.g., phishing simulations, training logistics)
- Participate in risk assessments for new projects, third-party engagements, and technology changes
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Security, Engineering, or related field (or equivalent experience)
- 2 - 3 years’ experience in Information Security, SOC operations, or related IT security roles (experience in a bank, fintech, or financial institution is a strong advantage)
- Hands-on experience with SIEM platforms (e.g., Splunk, QRadar, Azure Sentinel, ELK, or similar)
- Practical experience with vulnerability scanning tools (e.g., Qualys, Nessus, OpenVAS, etc.) and patch management processes
- Familiarity with security frameworks and standards: ISO 27001, NIST CSF, CIS Controls, PCI-DSS, and NDPR
- Exposure to cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) and their native security controls is an advantage
How to Apply
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