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 26, 2026
About the Company
Zedcrest Group is a prominent African financial services and investment firm headquartered in Nigeria. What began as a modest trading company has evolved into a diversified financial powerhouse, operating across critical segments of the financial sector.
The group leverages state-of-the-art digital platforms to achieve its vision. This commitment to innovation and technological advancement underpins its operations and service delivery within the dynamic Nigerian financial landscape.
Job Description
Zedcrest Group is seeking a dedicated Information Security Analyst to join our growing team. In this vital role, you will be instrumental in protecting our organization's digital infrastructure.
You will be responsible for the continuous monitoring of our IT and cloud environments, identifying potential security threats, and implementing effective responses. This position offers a unique opportunity to contribute to the security posture of a leading financial services firm 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
To apply for this role, click the Apply button on this page and follow the instructions.
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