Head Information Tech Security Services Job Vacancy at NIMC

National Identity Management Commission (NIMC) Act 2007 provides for the establishment of the NIMC, its functions, powers, establishment of the National Identity Database, assignment and use of General Multi-purpose cards, and the National Identification Number (NIN). The Act also provides the Commission with powers to make regulations connected with its functions.
NIMC is currently recruiting to fill the below position:

Job Title: Head Information Tech Security Services

Job Code: NIMC039
Department: Info. Tech. & Identity Management
Reporting To: Head, Information Technology and Identity Management

Location: Abuja

Job Description

• Report to the Head, Information Technology and Identity Management
• Direct, coordinate and provide oversight of the operations of the unit to ensure operational results are achieved.
• Provide direct management and control of licensing access, communications, and IT equipment security, as well as analyzing relational security issues impacting government agencies and NIMC, and their impact on the future of Identity Management in Nigeria.

Key Requirements

• A bachelors degree or its equivalent in Information Technology, Computer Science, Economics, Accounting, Business Administration or other related fields.
• Relevant professional certifications in IT Security, Systems Engineering, or Network Engineering, and/or Database Administration required
• Minimum of 17 years post qualification experience, with at least 13 years relevant professional experience.

Application DEADLINE: 26th December, 2012

How to Apply
Interested and qualified applicants should
Click here to apply online and supply the following information:

1. Education and Training Information
2. Correct Bio-data information
3. Ward/Community of Origin and Local Government of Origin
4. Date of completion of NYSC and the Discharge Certificate Number or relevant Exemption Certificate Number at the point of application.
5. Functional email address and valid GSM number through which applicant can be reached at all times during the course of the selection exercise.
6. An electronic (scanned/ digitally captured) copy of their most recent passport photograph in order to complete the online application. Passport photograph must be of size 12Opx by 140px. Please download free Image Processing software from www.picturesize.org/download.html to resize your passport photographs to be uploaded while completing your application on-line.
7. During the course of your application, you will be issued an Application Reference Number (ARN). Please take note of the number as it would be required for subsequent access to your information page on the application portal.
8. It is important to print out the acknowledgment slip at the final submission of the online application.

Note:

• Applicants are to use the indicated Job Reference Codes for the position they wish to apply for.
• Applicants are advised to apply for the role they can best compete for, as applying for multiple roles will lead to disqualification.
• Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted by email and GSM and shall be expected to attend an Aptitude Test.
• Applicants should also note the following: Forensic and security clearance will be conducted for applicants of all positions. Educational qualification will be investigated and screened.
• Submission of hard copy applications and CVs will not be entertained