Data Protection Officer / Information Security Officer (ISO / DPO)

Lagos
August 7, 2026
₦500,000 - ₦800,000 / month
Full Time
Application ends: August 20, 2026
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Job Description

A reputable organization is seeking an experienced Data Protection Officer / Information Security Officer (ISO / DPO) to oversee information security, data protection compliance, and cybersecurity risk management. The successful candidate will play a key role in safeguarding digital assets, ensuring compliance with the Nigeria Data Protection Act (NDPA/NDPR), strengthening the organization’s Information Security Management System (ISMS), and supporting a secure technology environment.

Location: Lagos
Employment Type: Full-time
Role Level: Experienced Analyst – Associate
Department: Technology

Key Responsibilities
  • Lead data protection initiatives and ensure compliance with NDPR, NDPA, and other applicable data privacy regulations.
  • Conduct Data Protection Impact Assessments (DPIAs) and manage data subject access requests.
  • Develop, implement, and continuously improve the organization’s Information Security Management System (ISMS).
  • Perform cybersecurity risk assessments, vulnerability assessments, penetration testing (VAPT), and implement risk mitigation strategies.
  • Monitor security incidents, manage access controls, and enforce segregation of duties (maker-checker controls).
  • Carry out application server health checks and develop SQL/Oracle scripts for reporting and monitoring.
  • Conduct API and application security testing using industry-standard tools.
  • Collaborate with auditors, regulators, and internal stakeholders to maintain risk registers and Key Risk Indicators (KRIs).

Requirements
  • Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Computer Engineering, Finance, or a related discipline with a minimum of Second Class Upper (2:1).
  • Minimum of 5 years’ experience in Information Security, Cybersecurity, or Data Protection roles.
  • Previous experience within the Nigerian Capital Market or Financial Services industry is highly preferred.
  • Possession of at least one relevant professional certification such as CISA, CISM, CRISC, CEH, CDPO, CIPP, or ISO 27001 Lead Auditor/Implementer.
  • Strong understanding of information security frameworks, governance, risk and compliance (GRC), NDPR/NDPA requirements, and cybersecurity best practices.
  • Hands-on experience with SQL, Oracle databases, vulnerability assessment tools, Swagger, Postman, and related security technologies.
  • Excellent analytical, communication, problem-solving, and stakeholder management skills.
Salary

₦500,000 – ₦800,000 per month

Application Deadline

20th August, 2026

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