Information Security Analyst

Equity Bank is one of the region’s leading Banks whose purpose is to transform the lives and livelihoods of the people of Africa socially and economically by availing them modern, inclusive financial services that maximize their opportunities. With a strong footprint in Kenya, Uganda, Tanzania, Rwanda, DRC and South Sudan, Equity Bank is home to more than 20 million customers – the largest customer base in Africa. Currently the Bank is seeking additional talent to serve in the role outlined below.

INFORMATION SECURITY ANALYST

Purpose of the job

The main responsibility for an Information Security Analyst includes monitoring, detecting, analyzing, and responding to cybersecurity incidents using a variety of security tools and processes. They also ensure that all computing assets are compliant with deployed security tools to ensure cyber resilient Infrastructure.

Key Duties, Responsibilities and Accountability

• Monitor security alerts and events from our SIEM and other security tools.
• analyze suspected intrusions, confirm attacks, and assess impact, escalating serious incidents per the incident response plan.
• Perform initial triage of alerts and escalate when necessary.
• Document incidents, investigations, and actions taken.

• Participate in projects and changes related to security monitoring
• Participate in implementation of FinSOC, as well as managing and monitoring FinSOC alerts.
• Work closely with IT, security teams, and other departments when issues arise.
• Participate in the development, customization, and improvement of SOC processes, playbooks, and incident handling procedures.
• Stay updated on security threats, trends, and industry best practices.
• Conduct regular vulnerability scans
• Review all computing estates’ compliance status on all cybersecurity tools and follow up remediation actions
• Any other responsibility that may be assigned by the line manager.

Qualification, Experience, Skills and Attributes

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Information Technology, or related field.
• At least 1 year of experience in a cybersecurity or SOC role.
• Familiarity with SIEM tools (e.g., Logrythm, Splunk, QRadar, ArcSight, Sentinel).
• Knowledge of networking protocols, operating systems (Windows, Linux), and security technologies (firewalls, IDS/IPS, antivirus).
• Security certifications such as CompTIA Security+, CySA+, CEH, SSCP, or equivalent
• Understanding of cybersecurity frameworks (NIST, MITRE ATT&CK).
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Analytical thinking and problem-solving
• Strong attention to detail
• Ability to communicate findings clearly both in technical and non-technical terms
• Knowledge of relevant standards and regulatory requirements Working model:
• 24/7 shift-based operations (may include nights, weekends, holidays).
• Working on-site

If you meet the above requirements, submit your application quoting the job opportunity you are applying for as subject of your email through the link below by 14th May 2026. Please include detailed Curriculum Vitae (in Word version or Pdf version not Pdf image), copies of the relevant certificates, testimonials, and daytime telephone contact and email address.

Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.

Email to: https://equitybank.taleo.net/careersection/int_new/jobsearch.ftl?ftlcompclass=LoginComponent&lang=en

Equity Bank is an equal opportunity employer.

We value the diversity of individuals, ideas, perspectives, insights, values and what they bring to the workplace.