Vacancy title:
Cyber Security Officer – Grade Eight (8)

[Type: FULL_TIME, Industry: Education, and Training, Category: Computer & IT, Education]

Jobs at:
Maseno University

Deadline of this Job:
Monday, October 12 2026

Duty Station:
Kisumu | kenya

Summary
Date Posted: Tuesday, September 22 2026, Base Salary: Not Disclosed

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JOB DETAILS:

Requirements for Appointment:

• A Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Information Security, or related field from a recognized and accredited university;
• Professional certification such as CEH, CISSP, or CISM will be an added advantage;
• At least one (1) year of relevant experience in IT security; and
• Strong knowledge of cyber security frameworks, risk assessment, and incident response.

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Protect the eCampus digital infrastructure and online learning systems against cyber threats
• Implement security protocols, firewalls, and data encryption mechanisms;
• Conduct regular system audits, penetration testing, and vulnerability assessments;
• Respond to and resolve security breaches in a timely manner;
• Train staff and students on cyber security best practices; and
• Ensure compliance with University and national ICT security policies.

Work Hours: 8

Experience in Months: 12

Level of Education: bachelor degree

Job application procedure
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TERMS OF SERVICE

The Terms of service for these positions will be Permanent and Pensionable subject to Retirements Benefits Authority Regulations Terms EXCEPT for the position of General Manager, Grade KH 13 and Instructor, Grade Eleven (11) will be on a Three (3) Years Contract Terms renewable based on satisfactory performance

MODE OF APPLICATION

Interested applicants should visit Maseno University Website; www.maseno.ac.ke to view the detailed job requirements. Each application should be submitted together with an updated Curriculum Vitae, ALL academic and professional certificates, ALL transcripts, latest pay slip and Three (3) Referees’ letters.

Maseno University is an equal opportunity employer and therefore applicants of all gender, marginalized groups and persons living with disability are encouraged to apply. The latter should attach their NCPWD certificate. Applications received after the deadline will not be considered. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted and canvassing will lead to automatic disqualification. The University does not charge any fee for the recruitment and selection process.

Applicants should submit Five (5) hard copies of the application letter, together with the required testimonials. The application letter and all accompanying documents should also be consolidated into one running PDF document and mailed, clearly indicating the reference number of the position applied for. Applications must be submitted on or before 12th October, 2026 and addressed to

The Deputy Vice-Chancellor
Administration, Finance and Development
Maseno University
P. O. Box 333 - 40105
MASENO

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