About this role
Data Protection Analyst
Job Purpose:
This role is designed to strengthen the Bank’s data protection function by providing technical, operational, administrative and research support while building internal capacity for compliance, risk mitigation, and audit preparedness. The role ensures that technical safeguards, access controls, and data governance measures align with the Data Protection Act, 2019 and internal security standards
Academic & Professional Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in information technology, Computer Science, Information Security, Network Security, Business Information Systems, or related field.
- Certification or training in Data Protection or Privacy (e.g., CIPM, CIPT, ISO Privacy modules). Information security certifications such as CISSP, CISM, Network+, CCNP, or equivalent (added advantage).
Experience Requirements
- Minimum 2–4 years’ experience in data protection, information security, IT risk, compliance, or data governance roles.
- Experience supporting Data Loss Prevention (DLP) or related information security technologies.
- Experience supporting information security compliance and data governance processes.
- Exposure to banking systems, digital banking platforms, or regulated financial services environments is an added advantage.
- Experience supporting audits, compliance assessments, or risk reviews.
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