30 Security Engineer jobs in Nigeria

About Kredete

Kredete is a financial technology platform designed to help African immigrants build credit and send money instantly to over 30 African countries. Using Stablecoins and modern payment systems, we make it easy and affordable for businesses to move money across borders. Our mission is to provide accessible, secure, and low-cost financial solutions that improve cash flow and support financial growth for individuals and businesses

About the Role

We are seeking an accomplished Security Engineer to lead our security architecture and protect the integrity of our payment, remittance, and financial systems. In this role, you will define the company's security strategy, ensure compliance with industry standards (PCI DSS, SOC 2, ISO 27001), and safeguard sensitive financial and customer data. You will collaborate closely with product, engineering, DevOps, and compliance teams to embed security-by-design across platforms, applications, and payment infrastructure.

Contract to Full-time Hire

Key Responsibilities

• Define and own the security engineering roadmap aligned with regulatory and payment industry requirements.
• Act as the security authority for fintech products, APIs, and payment integrations.
• Mentor and guide engineering teams on secure coding practices, fraud prevention, and compliance-driven development.
• Design secure, scalable, and resilient architectures for remittance and payment processing systems.
• Lead threat modeling, security design reviews, and risk assessments for new features such as wallets, KYC/AML modules, and cross-border payments.
• Integrate real-time fraud detection and transaction monitoring systems.
• Implement and manage encryption, tokenization, and secure key management for sensitive financial data.
• Oversee the payment security monitoring program, including fraud alerts and suspicious transaction responses.
• Lead incident response for security breaches, ensuring minimal impact to financial operations.
• Partner with SOC, DevOps, and IT to implement SIEM, IDS/IPS, endpoint protection, and fraud monitoring platforms.
• Ensure continuous compliance with PCI DSS, SOC 2, ISO 27001, GDPR, and local financial regulations.
• Support internal and external audits, working directly with compliance and regulators.
• Develop and enforce policies, standards, and security playbooks specific to fintech operations.
• Stay ahead of emerging fintech security threats such as API abuse, account takeover, and payment fraud.
• Champion adoption of DevSecOps practices, embedding automated compliance and security checks into CI/CD pipelines.
• Evaluate and implement security technologies for transaction security, identity verification, and fraud prevention.

Required Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in security engineering, with at least 3+ years in a principal or lead role within fintech, banking, or payments.
• Proven track record designing and securing payment systems, remittance platforms, or digital wallets.
• Deep understanding of PCI DSS controls, encryption, tokenization, and HSMs.
• Expertise in cloud security (AWS, Azure, GCP) and containerized environments (Docker, Kubernetes).
• Proficiency in API security, identity & access management, fraud prevention systems, and real-time monitoring.
• Hands-on experience with infrastructure-as-code (Terraform, Ansible) and security automation in CI/CD pipelines.

Preferred Qualifications

• CISSP, CISM, CISA, OSCP, or PCI Professional (PCIP).
• Cloud security certifications such as AWS Security Specialty or GCP Professional Cloud Security Engineer.

Soft Skills

• Strong leadership and mentoring skills.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to influence technical and executive stakeholders.
• Ability to balance regulatory compliance with innovative, customer-centric product delivery.

What We Offer

• Exceptional talent is rewarded accordingly, and we're open to negotiation.
• Additional sign-on bonus for if able to pass the technical screen and start immediately.

Opportunity: At Kredete, we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We value diversity and all applicants seeking employment with us are strictly based on merit, competency and qualifications. We do not discriminate based on religion, race, national origin, sexual orientation, sex, marital or family status, disability or gender.

Data Protection: By applying to this role, you consent to the collection and processing of your personal data by Kredete for the purposes of assessing your suitability for the advertised position. All personal data will be processed in accordance with applicable data protection laws.

Role Overview:

The Compliance/Security Engineer will be responsible for designing, implementing, and maintaining security and compliance frameworks across Gopaddi's infrastructure. This role requires a detail-oriented professional who can identify risks, enforce security policies, and ensure compliance with applicable standards and regulations.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop, implement, and monitor security policies and procedures.
• Ensure compliance with relevant regulatory requirements and industry standards (e.g., GDPR, ISO 27001, PCI DSS).
• Perform regular security assessments, audits, and penetration testing.
• Monitor and respond to security incidents, vulnerabilities, and threats.
• Collaborate with engineering and product teams to integrate security best practices into development processes.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of security trends, threats, and compliance changes.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in computer science, Information Security, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
• Proven experience in security engineering, compliance, or related roles.
• Strong knowledge of security frameworks, standards, and best practices.
• Hands-on experience with SIEM tools, vulnerability management, and incident response.
• Familiarity with cloud security (AWS, Azure, or GCP).
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Relevant certifications (e.g., CISSP, CISM, CEH, ISO 27001 Lead Implementer) are a plus.

What We Offer:

• A dynamic and innovative work environment.
• Opportunities for growth and professional development.
• Competitive compensation package.
• The chance to make an impact by building secure and trusted products at scale.

Job Type: Full-time

Application Question(s):

• Do you have proven experience in SOC 2 and ISO 27001 standards?

Education:

• Undergraduate (Preferred)

Job Description

An exciting opportunity exists for a highly skilled IT security engineer to join a dynamic project team. The resource shall be responsible for the following

• Carry out procedural system maintenance on all IT systems.
• Ensure all networks including but not limited to LAN, MAN, WAN, GAN meets the demand of the company.
• Troubleshoot system and network problems, diagnosing and solving hardware or software faults and replace parts as required.
• Maintain all IT system work flows.
• Maintain and update all IT Networks.
• Maintain and contribute to the development of IT Network.
• Participate actively in developing, planning and implementing advance IT systems.
• Other duties as assigned.

Functions:

• Lead cybersecurity initiatives in conjunction with Group Cybersecurity team.
• Design and implement security controls to safeguard and monitor events for information systems, enterprise applications and data.
• Lead the implementation of Information Security projects
• Drive internal and external vulnerability assessment, penetration tests engagements and manage results to remediation.
• Respond to escalated security events and drive security incident response processes to ensure timely resolution with minimal disruption.
• Design, document, and deploy secure infrastructure solutions to enhance and evolve the security posture of the business to ensure integrity, availability and confidentiality of all critical enterprise data.
• Provide expertise on security tools, including but not limited to firewalls, Web Application firewalls, IDS/IDP, anti-malware software
• Liaise with stakeholders in respect of operational implementation of security policies and best practices
• Collaborate with the Client Server Team to ensure that technical plans are practical, controls are sustainable, and implementations are managed to minimize risks and adverse impact to servers, workstations and user productivity.
• Implement the infrastructure, configurations and processes to monitor security related events
• Prevent data loss and service interruptions by researching new technologies that will effectively protect the enterprise network.

Supervisory/Managerial Responsibilities:

• Ensure conformance to Cybersecurity Blueprint/Roadmap
• Provide inputs to company strategic plan on all initiatives to ensure that Security gaps/vulnerabilities are identified & closed
• Establish and ensure credibility through strong relationships, value-add to operations and professionalism

Experience:

• Minimum of 5 years' experience in an area of Security specialisation; with experience working with others
• Experience working in a Large organization and preferably in the Telecommunications industry
• Strong background as an Engineer/Architect in application security infrastructure and various network technologies to include devices such as firewalls, VPN, intrusion/extrusion detection, vulnerability & risk assessment tools, encryption technologies, virus/worm/malware prevention, E-business and web application technologies, Data Loss Prevention, whole disk & device encryption solutions, two factor authentication, common Windows (desktop & server) platforms
• Experience with Microsoft, Solaris, Unix, Oracle and MS SQL
• Experience working in telecommunications industry
• Managing network and / or network security
• Knowledge should be current with information security best practices and global trends
• Knowledge of security best practices such as; defense in-depth, least privileges, need-to-know, separation of duties, access controls, encryption
• User account identity, authorization and authentication management.
• Security incident and event management
• Experience in researching new or emerging technologies and processes that may be incorporated as solutions to reoccurring security concern

Training:

• Penetration Testing
• Vulnerability lifecycle management
• Advanced Security Incidence Reponse
• Systems Auditing, Database Security, Firewall Design, Intrusion detection system administration Implementation
• Security enforcement on systems level, security audit and vulnerability management
• Telecommunications, Network, wireless & Internet Security

Job Type: Full-time

Application Deadline: 30/09/2025

Who we are

We are a technology-driven financial services provider, committed to building innovative solutions that make financial access seamless, secure, and reliable. We power our operations with cutting-edge infrastructure and people who thrive on solving meaningful problems for our customers every day.

We are the place for you if

• You are passionate about network security, cloud solutions, and high-availability systems.
• You thrive in environments where attention to detail and precision matter.
• You enjoy solving complex technical challenges and continuously improving systems.
• You are curious, adaptable, and eager to work with both on-premises and cloud (AWS) infrastructure.

The position

The Network Security Engineer (NSE) is responsible for designing, implementing, maintaining, and supporting the bank's network infrastructure to ensure high availability, security, and optimal performance. This role covers LAN, WAN, wireless, firewalls, and AWS cloud networking environments, ensuring reliable communication and connectivity across the business.

What you'll do

• Design, configure, and deploy network solutions and services on AWS Cloud and on-premises (routers, switches, firewalls, wireless access points).
• Set up and manage LAN, WAN, and VPN connectivity to support business operations.
• Design and configure Amazon VPCs, subnets, route tables, and gateways.
• Implement secure connectivity solutions including AWS Direct Connect, Site-to-Site VPN, and Transit Gateway.
• Build hybrid network architectures integrating on-premises and AWS environments.
• Configure and manage AWS NACLs, Security Groups, and AWS WAF.
• Monitor network performance using AWS CloudWatch, VPC Flow Logs, and other monitoring tools.
• Troubleshoot routing, connectivity, and latency issues in AWS environments.
• Manage IT networks and communication infrastructure to ensure high availability.
• Research, recommend, and implement upgrades and improvements in network security architecture.
• Monitor, record, and analyze network security system activities, trends, and results.
• Report on metrics relevant to network security performance, with trending analysis for business growth.
• Develop and enforce IT standards for consistency and compliance (ISO 27001, PCI-DSS, etc.).
• Manage IT inventory and logs related to the function.

What you bring

• BSc in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Information Technology, Computer Science, or related field.
• 4–6 years' experience designing, implementing, and managing corporate networks.
• Proven experience with AWS networking services and cloud infrastructure.
• Cisco certification (CCNA/CCNP) preferred.
• Strong understanding of networking protocols (TCP/IP, DNS, BGP, OSPF, HTTP/S, etc.).
• Hands-on experience with AWS services: VPC, Direct Connect, Transit Gateway, Elastic Load Balancing, Route 53, AWS Global Accelerator.
• Awareness and understanding of the financial services industry.

This job is perfect for you if you

• Have excellent knowledge of Cisco devices, firewall technologies, enterprise wireless networks, and AWS cloud networking.
• Are detail-oriented and proactive in preventing network vulnerabilities.
• Enjoy working independently but can also collaborate across teams.
• Are motivated by building resilient systems that power real-world impact.

• Competitive compensation and benefits.
• The opportunity to design and secure infrastructure that powers millions of financial transactions.
• A flat, innovative environment where your work directly impacts business growth.
• A team culture that values curiosity, excellence, and collaboration.

GVA Partners is seeking an experienced IT Security Engineer to join our dynamic project team. The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 5 years' cybersecurity experience, preferably in the telecommunications industry, with strong expertise in securing enterprise IT systems and networks.

Key Responsibilities:

Design, implement, and maintain advanced IT security controls (firewalls, VPNs, IDS/IPS, WAFs).

Lead vulnerability assessments, penetration testing, and incident response.

Monitor, troubleshoot, and remediate security events across enterprise networks.

Safeguard critical data using encryption, DLP, anti-malware, and SIEM solutions.

Collaborate with internal teams to enforce security policies and ensure compliance with best practices.

Requirements:

5+ years in IT security engineering (cybersecurity, infrastructure, or application security).

Strong hands-on experience with Microsoft, Unix, Solaris, Oracle, and SQL systems.

Proven knowledge of vulnerability management, security incident response, and enterprise security architecture.

Telecommunications industry experience strongly preferred.

Relevant training/certifications (Pen Testing, Incident Response, Firewall/IDS, CISSP/CEH/CISM a plus).

Job Type: Contract

Contract length: 3 months

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• Minimum Qualification :
• Experience Level : Senior level
• Experience Length : 5 years

Lead cybersecurity initiatives in conjunction with Group Cybersecurity team.

• Design and implement security controls to safeguard and monitor events for information systems, enterprise applications and data.

• Lead the implementation of Information Security projects

• Drive internal and external vulnerability assessment, penetration tests engagements and manage results to remediation.

• Respond to escalated security events and drive security incident response processes to ensure timely resolution with minimal disruption.

• Design, document, and deploy secure infrastructure solutions to enhance and evolve the security posture of the business to ensure integrity, availability and confidentiality of all critical enterprise data.

• Provide expertise on security tools, including but not limited to firewalls, Web Application firewalls, IDS/IDP, anti-malware software

• Liaise with stakeholders in respect of operational implementation of security policies and best practices

• Collaborate with the Client Server Team to ensure that technical plans are practical, controls are sustainable, and implementations are managed to minimize risks and adverse impact to servers, workstations and user productivity.

• Implement the infrastructure, configurations and processes to monitor security related events

• Prevent data loss and service interruptions by researching new technologies that will effectively protect the enterprise network.

Supervisory/Managerial Responsibilities:

• Ensure conformance to Cybersecurity Blueprint/Roadmap

• Provide inputs to company strategic plan on all initiatives to ensure that Security gaps/vulnerabilities are identified & closed

• Establish and ensure credibility through strong relationships, value-add to operations and professionalism

Experience:

• Minimum of 5 years' experience in an area of Security specialisation; with experience working with others

• Experience working in a Large organization and preferably in the Telecommunications industry

• Strong background as an Engineer/Architect in application security infrastructure and various network technologies to include devices such as firewalls, VPN, intrusion/extrusion detection, vulnerability & risk assessment tools, encryption technologies, virus/worm/malware prevention, E-business and web application technologies, Data Loss Prevention, whole disk & device encryption solutions, two factor authentication, common Windows (desktop & server) platforms

• Experience with Microsoft, Solaris, Unix, Oracle and MS SQL

• Experience working in telecommunications industry

• Managing network and / or network security

• Knowledge should be current with information security best practices and global trends

• Knowledge of security best practices such as; defense in-depth, least privileges, need-to-know, separation of duties, access controls, encryption

• User account identity, authorization and authentication management.

• Security incident and event management

• Experience in researching new or emerging technologies and processes that may be incorporated as solutions to reoccurring security concern

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The Network Security Engineer will be responsible for designing, implementing, monitoring, and supporting security solutions across enterprise networks and OT/ICS environments in the Oil & Gas sector. The role ensures the protection of critical infrastructure, business applications, and data assets against evolving cyber threats while aligning with industry standards and regulatory requirements.

Role & responsibilities

• Design, implement, and manage network and security infrastructure, including firewalls, IDS/IPS, VPNs, proxies, and NAC solutions.
• Monitor, analyze, and respond to security incidents, threats, and vulnerabilities across IT and OT environments.
• Ensure secure connectivity between onshore/offshore facilities, refineries, data centers, and cloud platforms.
• Conduct regular risk assessments, penetration testing, and vulnerability scans; apply remediation and hardening measures.
• Implement and maintain SIEM, SOC tools, and logging solutions for proactive threat detection.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure secure integration of IT and OT (SCADA, DCS, ICS) systems.
• Maintain compliance with Oil & Gas industry cybersecurity standards (e.g., NIST, IEC 62443, ISO 27001, GDPR, and local regulations).
• Develop, document, and enforce security policies, procedures, and best practices.
• Provide technical expertise during audits, incident investigations, and disaster recovery exercises.
• Support awareness and training initiatives to build a security-first culture across the organization.

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelors degree in Computer Science, IT, Cybersecurity, or related field. Masters degree preferred.
• 58 years of experience in Network & Security Engineering, preferably in Oil & Gas, Energy, or critical infrastructure.
• Strong hands-on experience with firewalls (Palo Alto, Fortinet, Cisco ASA), IDS/IPS, SIEM tools (Splunk, QRadar), and endpoint protection.
• Knowledge of OT/ICS cybersecurity frameworks (ISA/IEC 62443, NERC CIP) is highly desirable.
• Experience with secure cloud (Azure/AWS), Zero Trust, and remote access solutions.
• Familiarity with industrial protocols (Modbus, OPC, DNP3) and their security implications is a plus.
• Relevant certifications such as CCNP Security, CISSP, CEH, GIAC (GICSP, GRID), or similar.

Key Skills

• Strong troubleshooting and analytical skills in complex IT/OT environments.
• In-depth understanding of cybersecurity threats, malware, and mitigation strategies.
• Ability to design and implement network segmentation, access controls, and secure architectures.
• Excellent communication, stakeholder management, and documentation skills.
• Ability to work in high-pressure environments and support 24/7 operations when required.

Job Responsible

An exciting opportunity exists for a highly skilled IT security engineer to join a dynamic project team. The resource shall be responsible for the following:

- Carry out procedural system maintenance on all IT systems.

- Ensure all networks including but not limited to LAN, MAN, WAN, GAN meets the demand of the company.

- Troubleshoot system and network problems, diagnosing and solving hardware or software faults and replace parts as required.

- Maintain all IT system work flows.

- Maintain and update all IT Networks.

- Maintain and contribute to the development of IT Network.

- Participate actively in developing, planning and implementing advance IT systems.

- Other duties as assigned.

Functions:

- Lead cybersecurity initiatives in conjunction with Group Cybersecurity team.

- Design and implement security controls to safeguard and monitor events for information systems, enterprise applications and data.

- Lead the implementation of Information Security projects Drive internal and external vulnerability assessment, penetration tests engagements and manage results to remediation.

- Respond to escalated security events and drive security incident response processes to ensure timely resolution with minimal disruption.

- Design, document, and deploy secure infrastructure solutions to enhance and evolve the security posture of the business to ensure integrity, availability and confidentiality of all critical enterprise data.

- Provide expertise on security tools, including but not limited to firewalls, Web Application firewalls, IDS/IDP, anti-malware software

- Liaise with stakeholders in respect of operational implementation of security policies and best practices

- Collaborate with the Client Server Team to ensure that technical plans are practical, controls are sustainable, and implementations are managed to minimize risks and adverse impact to servers, workstations and user productivity.

- Implement the infrastructure, configurations and processes to monitor security related events

- Prevent data loss and service interruptions by researching new technologies that will effectively protect the enterprise network.

Supervisory/Managerial Responsibilities:

• Ensure conformance to Cybersecurity Blueprint/Roadmap
• Provide inputs to company strategic plan on all initiatives to ensure that Security gaps/vulnerabilities are identified & closed
• Establish and ensure credibility through strong relationships, value-add to operations and professionalism

Experience:

• Minimum of 5 years' experience in an area of Security specialisation; with experience working with others
• Experience working in a Large organization and preferably in the Telecommunications industry
• Strong background as an Engineer/Architect in application security infrastructure and various network technologies to include devices such as firewalls, VPN, intrusion/extrusion detection, vulnerability & risk assessment tools, encryption technologies, virus/worm/malware prevention, E-business and web application technologies, Data Loss Prevention, whole disk & device encryption solutions, two factor authentication, common Windows (desktop & server) platforms
• Experience with Microsoft, Solaris, Unix, Oracle and MS SQL
• Experience working in telecommunications industry
• Managing network and / or network security
• Knowledge should be current with information security best practices and global trends
• Knowledge of security best practices such as; defense in-depth, least privileges, need-to-know, separation of duties, access controls, encryption
• User account identity, authorization and authentication management.
• Security incident and event management
• Experience in researching new or emerging technologies and processes that may be incorporated as solutions to reoccurring security concern

Training:

• Penetration Testing
• Vulnerability lifecycle management
• Advanced Security Incidence Reponse
• Systems Auditing, Database Security, Firewall Design, Intrusion detection system administration Implementation
• Security enforcement on systems level, security audit and vulnerability management
• Telecommunications, Network, wireless & Internet Security

Job Type: Full-time

As the Cybersecurity Manager at Belema Financial Technology, you will be responsible for safeguarding our digital infrastructure from a wide range of cyber threats, with a particular focus on securing our payment gateways and processing services. This role requires a blend of strategic planning, technical expertise, and operational leadership to ensure the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of our systems and customer data.

Security Strategy & Program Management: Develop, implement, and maintain a comprehensive cybersecurity strategy that aligns with Belema's business goals and a rapidly evolving threat landscape. You will oversee the entire cybersecurity program, including risk management, incident response, and security awareness.

Antimalware and Endpoint Protection: Select, deploy, and manage advanced antimalware solutions and Endpoint Detection and Response (EDR) systems across all company devices and servers. You will be responsible for defining policies, ensuring full coverage, monitoring for threats, and leading the response to any malware incidents.

Threat & Vulnerability Management: Lead and execute regular vulnerability assessments, penetration testing, and security audits to proactively identify and mitigate risks. You will also stay ahead of emerging cyber threats and implement proactive measures to protect against them.

Incident Response & Disaster Recovery: Develop and maintain a robust incident response plan to effectively detect, contain, and recover from security breaches, including those involving malware. You will lead investigations into security incidents and conduct post-mortem analysis to prevent recurrence.

Compliance & Audit: Ensure strict compliance with industry standards and regulations, including PCI-DSS (Payment Card Industry Data Security Standard), NDPR (Nigerian Data Protection Regulation), and guidelines from the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN). You will manage internal and external security audits, ensuring timely remediation of all findings.

Team Leadership & Training: Build and mentor a small but highly effective cybersecurity team. You will also promote a culture of security awareness through regular training and communication across all departments, educating employees on how to identify and avoid common threats like phishing and malware.

Collaboration: Work closely with the Legal & Compliance, Engineering, and Product teams to embed security best practices into all development and operational processes from the start.

KNOWLEDGE

Deep Cybersecurity Domain Knowledge

Regulatory & Legal Landscape

Threat Intelligence & Emerging Trends

Security Technologies

SKILLS

Strategic Planning & Risk Management

Response & Crisis Management

Project & Program Management

Communication & Leadership

ABILITIES

Problem-Solving & Analytical Thinking

Adaptability

Attention to Detail

Ethical & Professional Conduct

Collaboration

Job Type: Full-time

Experience:

• Cybersecurity: 4 years (Required)