About this SN - Security Senior Associate - Jumia ( Full - Time ) role at Jumia
About Jumia:
Jumia is a leading pan-African e-commerce platform. Its mission is to improve the quality of everyday life in Africa by leveraging technology to deliver innovative, convenient and affordable online services to customers, while helping businesses grow as they use Jumia's platform to better reach and serve customers.
Jumia is built around a marketplace and supported by a proprietary logistics business [Jumia Logistics] and a digital payment and fintech platform [Jumia Pay]. With over 3,000 employees, Jumia is led by top talented leaders offering a great mix of local and international talents and is backed by very high-profile shareholders. Jumia is committed to creating a sustainable impact in Africa.
In April 2019, Jumia was the first Tech company in Africa to be listed on the New York Stock Exchange.
Security Senior Associate
Summary:
We are seeking a diligent and knowledgeable Security Senior Associate to join our team. In this role, you will be responsible for implementing and overseeing security measures to ensure the protection of company assets and data. Your expertise will play a critical role in maintaining our organization's security posture and responding to potential threats.
Responsibilities:
- Develop and implement security policies and procedures to safeguard company assets.
- Conduct regular security assessments and audits to identify vulnerabilities.
- Monitor security systems and respond to incidents in a timely manner.
- Collaborate with IT and other departments to ensure security protocols are integrated across the organization.
- Provide training and guidance to staff on security best practices and protocols.
- Prepare reports and documentation on security incidents and responses.
Required Skills:
- Bachelor's degree in Information Security, Computer Science, or a related field.
- Minimum of 3 years of experience in a security-focused role.
- Strong knowledge of security protocols, tools, and best practices.
- Experience with security risk assessment and management.
- Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Relevant certifications such as CISSP, CISM, or equivalent are desirable.
We Offer:
- A unique experience in an entrepreneurial, yet structured environment
- A unique opportunity of having strong impact in building the African e-commerce sector
- The opportunity to become part of a highly professional and dynamic team
- An unparalleled personal and professional growth as our longer-term objective is to train the next generation of leaders
