Cyber Security and Compliance Expert Job at SterlingPRO

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SterlingPRO, a fintech solutions company, is hiring a full-time Cyber Security and Compliance Expert in Maryland (Mende), Lagos. The role covers security operations, incident response, SIEM, cloud and identity security, and compliance with CBN, NDPC, PCI DSS v4, ISO 9564-1, and EMVCo standards.

• Full-time role based in Maryland (Mende), Lagos, Nigeria.
• Lead SOC, threat detection, incident response, and MSSP governance for payment applications.
• Ensure compliance with CBN, NDPC, PCI DSS v4, ISO 9564-1, and EMVCo security requirements.

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Cyber Security and Compliance Expert Job at SterlingPRO | Jobgurus Toggle navigation Jobs Job Seekers Aptitude Test Scholarships Register Sign in Employer? Post a Job CLICK HERE TO JOIN OUR WHATSAPP CHANNEL Cyber Security and Compliance Expert Job at SterlingPRO SterlingPRO is a leader in developing innovative fintech solutions that power the future of finance. We are a team of experts passionate about technology and driven by a mission to create seamless, secure, and inclusive financial experiences. We offer a dynamic and challenging environment where your work will have a direct impact on the security of millions of transactions. We are recruiting to fill the position below: Job Position: Cyber Security and Compliance Expert Job Location: Maryland (Mende), Lagos Employment Type: Full-time Key Responsibilities: Security Operations & Incident Response Lead security monitoring, threat detection, incident response, and SOC governance activities, ensuring 24/7 coverage forSterlingPRO’spayment applications. Develop andoptimiseSIEM use cases, detection rules, alert management, and security monitoring processes tailored to financial transaction patterns. Manage MSSP and SOC providers, ensuring service quality, performance, and compliance with agreed SLAs. Develop andmaintainincident response procedures and coordinate security exercises and tabletop testing activities, specifically simulating payment fraud and data breach scenarios. Support business continuity, disaster recovery planning, testing, and security governance activities to ensure the uninterrupted availability ofSterlingPRO’sPOS, ATM, and Agency banking solutions. Identity, Cloud & Data Security: Manage identity security controls including MFA, Conditional Access, privileged access management (PAM), and identity risk monitoring to protect administrative access to core financial systems. Strengthen security across Azure/AWS environments, endpoints, collaboration platforms, and emerging technologies (including secure handling of biometric and payment data). Implement and oversee data classification, data protection, and access control frameworks to secure Personally Identifiable Information (PII) and financial data in transit and at rest. Compliance & Governance: Ensure compliancewith client, contractualandregulatory security requirements, including the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) guidelines, Nigeria Data Protection Commission (NDPC) regulations, and other applicable laws. Understand fintech Structure and security architecture Requirements. Manage end-to-end compliance with PCI DSS standards, aligning with the latest PCI DSS v4.0 requirements, including continuous monitoring and risk-based security management. Interpret and implement global standards such as ISO 9564-1 for PIN management and EMVCo's security requirements: for payment systems. Develop, review, andmaintainsecurity policies, standards, and procedures, ensuring they are technically enforceable and auditable. Lead audits and regulatory reviews, managing remediationactivitiesand tracking compliance findings to closure. Vulnerability & Threat Management: Conduct technology risk assessments for all new and existing products. Establish a robust vulnerability management program, coordinating penetrationtestingand overseeing the remediation ofidentifiedweaknesses. Manage the vendor risk management process, conducting thorough security assessments of third-party vendors and partners. Monitor security events using SIEM platforms, leading incident response, threat hunting, and digitalforensicsactivities. Champion operational resilience, ensuring the organization canmaintaincritical functions during and after a security incident. DevSecOps &Third-Party Security: Integrate security controls into CI/CD pipelines (SAST, DAST, SCA), working directly with engineering teams to promote secure coding practices. Manage supplier security assessments and third-party risk assurance activities for vendors supporting our payment ecosystem. Requirements: Education: & Certifications: Educational Background: Bachelor’s Degree in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, Information Technology,a related field; or equivalent proven experience. A Master’s Degree or MBA is a plus. Certifications: One or more of the following is highly preferred: CISSP, CISM, CISA, CRISC, or ISO 27001 Lead Implementer/Auditor. Standards:Expert knowledge of PCI DSS, ISO 27001, NIST, and OWASP. Professional Experience: 5+ years of experience: leading security operations within a hybrid SOC environment (Fintech industry experience: is an advantage) Track record of successfully managing regulatory relationships and navigating complex compliance landscapes (CBN, NDPC). Strong knowledge of SIEM platforms, particularly Microsoft Sentinel or equivalent technologies (e.g., Splunk,QRadar). Expertise inthreat detection, incident response, vulnerability management, and security monitoring. Hands-on experience: with modern security tooling: EDR/XDR (e.g., Microsoft Defender), IAM (Entra ID), Cloud Security (Azure/AWS native tools), and Data Loss Prevention technologies. Strong understanding of Zero Trust architecture, identity security, cloud security, and DevSec Ops principles. Working knowledge of ISO 27001, SOC 2, risk management frameworks, and audit processes. Ability to communicate effectively with technical teams, senior stakeholders, clients, and external partners. Method of Application Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV to: [email protected] using the Job Position as the subject of the mail. 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