Secretary – ICT (Security & Audit Control)

Job Description Company Name: Public Service Commission Kenya (PSCK) Job Responsibilities: The Secretary – ICT, Security & Audit Control will be responsible for the overall policy direction and coordination of ICT Security and Audit Control. Reporting directly to the Principal Secretary, the successful candidate will oversee the Cyber Security and Systems Audit & Control directorates. Key responsibilities include: • Aligning ICT vision, mission, and strategic objectives with Kenya Vision 2030, National Digital Masterplan 2022-2032, Digital Economy Blueprint, and Government agenda. • * Planning, directing, controlling, and coordinating ICT Security and Audit Control functions. • * Strengthening governance and overseeing the formulation, implementation, and review of ICT Security and Audit strategies, guidelines, standards, procedures, and global best practices. • * Facilitating the review and development of enabling institutional, legal, and regulatory frameworks on ICT Security and Audit. • * Spearheading resource mobilization, investment, budgeting, budgetary control accountability, and prudent utilization of resources. • * Overseeing the implementation of ICT Security and Audit standards and best practices, ensuring their consistent application in the Information Communication Technology industry. • * Overseeing the implementation of cybersecurity assessments and audits in liaison with other stakeholders. • * Advising the government on ICT Cybersecurity and Audit matters. • * Facilitating a framework for incident management. • * Spearheading liaison and coordination of national ICT Security implementation initiatives with other sectors. • * Facilitating research, development, and implementation of cybersecurity and audit best practices. • * Providing guidance on capacity building in cybersecurity and systems audit. • * Providing leadership in public awareness and promotion of cybersecurity. • * Promoting government adherence to the Confidentiality, Integrity, and Availability principles for e-Government services. • Note: Possession of a certificate in project management from a recognized institution will be considered an added advantage. Requirements and Qualifications: To be appointed to this position, the candidate must meet the following requirements: • Minimum of ten (10) years of service, with at least three (3) years in the grade of Deputy Director, ICT, CSG ‘6’ and above, or in a comparable and relevant position in the wider public service or private sector. • * Bachelor’s degree in any of the following fields: Computer Science, Computer Technology, Informatics, Business Information Technology (BBIT), Computing Science and Technology, Computer Security and Forensics, Software/ Electronic Engineering, Telecommunications, or an equivalent qualification from a university recognized in Kenya. • * Master’s degree in Information and Communication Technology (ICT) or in any other related discipline from a university recognized in Kenya. • * Membership to a relevant professional body. • * Outstanding managerial and administrative capability and wide professional experience in Information Communication Technology Policies and e-Government strategy development, implementation, monitoring, and evaluation. • * Demonstrated clear understanding of National Development Policies, goals, and objectives. • The Secretary – ICT, Security & Audit Control will play a crucial role in ensuring the security and integrity of the ICT infrastructure while contributing to the nation’s digital transformation journey. Join our team and make a meaningful impact on Kenya’s technological advancement! Apply tot his job