IS Security Administrator Full Time NEW

Job Summary

The IS Security Administrator is responsible for managing and securing the Bank’s IT infrastructure, including networks, firewalls, and security appliances. The role ensures system hardening, access control, and compliance with information security policies.

Key Duties & Responsibilities

• Configure and manage firewalls (Fortinet, Check Point)

• Administer routers, switches, and network security devices

• Implement access control policies and user privilege management

• Monitor network performance and security logs

• Ensure compliance with ISO 27001, NIST, and Zero Trust principles

• Conduct vulnerability scanning and patch management

• Perform system backup and disaster recovery support

• Maintain documentation of network and security configurations

• Provide technical support for security-related issues

Required Competencies

• Strong knowledge of TCP/IP, routing, and switching

• Hands-on firewall configuration and troubleshooting

• Experience with network segmentation and VPN configuration

• Understanding of risk assessment and security governance

• Strong documentation and reporting skills

Job Qualification

• Required Educational Qualification and Work Experience: B.Sc. Degree in Computer Science or Information Science/Systems or MIS or Electrical and Computer Engineering or Information Technology or related fields with 6 years of related work experience. Mandatory certifications include CCNA, CCNP Enterprise or Security, Fortinet NSE 4/5/7, and Check Point CCSA/CCSE. Knowledge of ISO 27001, NIST framework, or Zero Trust Architecture is advantageous.

• Salary: As per the Bank’s Salary scale
• Place of work: Head Office
• Term of Employment: Permanent

Application Period: February 16, 2026 – February 22, 2026

How to Apply:

Interested and qualified applicants should apply through CBE career website https://vacancy.cbe.com.et, and required to attach Master’s or Degree’s document, curriculum vitae, work experience and other necessary credentials within seven consecutive working days from the date of this vacancy announcement. However, the bank has full right to cancel or take any other alternative in this regard.

• Candidates who have successfully completed the recruitment process will be expected to authenticate their academic documents from the concerned higher institution by themselves with in six-month period after he/she has joined the Bank;

• If mischief incidents observed/reported in relation to the submitted academic credential, years of graduation, cheating on examination or any other illegal acts during the recruitment process, the Bank has the right to disqualify the applicant even after he/she has joined the bank;

• Priority shall be given as per the Bank’s HR procedure;

• Only shortlisted applicants will be communicated for exam and Interview

• All documents should be scanned in pdf or docx formats only and the size of the documents should be less than 2MB.