A leading commercial bank in Kenya are looking for a highly experienced and strategic Head of Security, Investigations & Fraud Management. Reporting to the Managing Director, the jobholder will create a robust security framework that addresses various aspects, including physical security, risk & fraud management and incident response. The job holder will develop and implement comprehensive security strategies, policies and procedures aligned with industry best practices and regulatory requirements.

This role is strategic and provides proactive security awareness programs and training sessions to educate employees on the best practices and potential threats. As an expert, the job holder will help the organization stay ahead of rapidly evolving security threats, providing a solid defense against fraud and unauthorized access.

Job Responsibilities

• Developing and implementing a comprehensive security framework to protect the company’s assets and infrastructure.
• Designing and implementing security policies, procedures and protocols to mitigate risks and maintain a secure environment.
• Investigating and monitoring incident response activities, including high-profile investigations, root cause analysis and developing corrective actions.
• Collaborating with cross-functional teams to assess risks, identify vulnerabilities and devise preventive measures.
• Establishing and maintaining strong relationships with external stakeholders, such as regulatory bodies, law enforcement agencies and industry associations.
• Leading security awareness programs and training initiatives to educate employees about best practices and potential threats and current techniques employed in detecting fraudulent operations
• Develop and implement ways to prevent fraud, such as reviewing processes, assessing risk, and designing ways to mitigate it.

Other Requirements

• A Master’s Degree in Security, cybersecurity, information assurance or a related field.
• Bachelor’s Degree in a related field (e.g. Criminology, Accounting, Social Studies, Banking Law, Criminal Justice, Risk/Fraud management)
• Relevant professional certifications (e.g. Certified Fraud Examiner-CFE, Payment Card Industry-PCI ).
• 10+ years of experience in a senior security management role, with a demonstrable track record of developing and implementing security strategies and frameworks.
• At least 5 years of experience in Financial Services, preferably in Banking.
• Excellent knowledge of applicable laws, regulations, and industry standards related to infrastructure security in an organisation.
• Deep understanding of cybersecurity, data protection regulations and industry best practices.
• Strong leadership and communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams and senior management.
• Analytical mindset and strong problem-solving skills to assess risks, analyse complex security issues and develop appropriate solutions.
• Up-to-date knowledge of emerging security threats, trends and technologies
• Experience in conducting security audits, risk assessments and managing incident response processes.
• Demonstrated management capability and proven working experience in investigations of frauds and other crimes.