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Cyber Defense Engineer / 1 week ago

Victoria Island, Lagos

Application ends: 2026-05-09
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Ethnos Cyber Limited – As the preferred cybersecurity solutions provider in Africa, the success of Ethnos Cyber hinges, to a huge extent, on the dedication and quality of our employees. We have an array of varied, flexible, challenging, and rewarding career choices. We are committed to maintaining a stimulating workplace where all employees develop their talents and skills to help protect our customer’s data assets and align IT with business objectives.

Our mission is simple: We listen, we design, we execute. If you are creative, energetic, and a team player and want to play a key role in positioning our brand at the forefront of the industry, we’d love to hear from you.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Cyber Defense Engineer

Location: Victoria Island, Lagos
Employment Type: Full-time with flexible work plan

Responsibilities

  • Proof of value and technical demonstration of security solutions
  • Implementation, configuration, and deployment of security solutions
  • Support customers in resolving issues
  • Health check assessments for deployed solutions
  • Conduct workshops, engagements, and trainings for customers

Qualifications and Experience

  • Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Security, or a related field (Master’s degree is a plus)
  • 2–3 years of experience in information security engineering, with a focus on PAM, IAM, and AppSec solutions
  • Experience deploying and managing Imperva WAF/DAM, Fortinet EDR, and other endpoint security tools
  • Familiarity with Foglight monitoring solutions and database/application performance management
  • Relevant certifications such as CISSP, CISM, CEH, or vendor-specific certifications (e.g., Imperva Certified Specialist, Fortinet NSE, etc.)

Skills and Competencies:

  • Proficiency in PAM (Privileged Access Management) and IAM (Identity and Access Management) solutions
  • Strong understanding of Application Security (AppSec) practices and methodologies
  • Hands-on experience with Imperva Web Application Firewall (WAF) and Database Activity Monitoring (DAM)
  • Expertise in Fortinet Endpoint Detection and Response (EDR) solutions
  • Working knowledge of Foglight for monitoring and performance management
  • Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills for security incidents, threats, and vulnerabilities
  • Excellent communication and client management skills to support and advise customers effectively
  • Ability to design, implement, and maintain security solutions tailored to customer needs
  • Knowledge of industry standards such as ISO 27001, NIST, and OWASP
  • Fortinet NSE, Security+, ISC2 CC, and any other presales certification are advantageous.

What We Offer

  • Competitive salary and benefits package
  • Opportunity to work in a dynamic and innovative environment
  • Professional development and growth opportunities
  • A supportive and collaborative work culture

Application Closing Date
30th April, 2026.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply online

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