Cyber Security Control Operations Specialist

Telecel Ghana
Location: Accra, Ghana
Employment Type: Full-Time
Application Deadline: 10 July 2026

About Telecel Ghana

Telecel Ghana is a leading telecommunications provider committed to delivering secure, reliable, and innovative digital services that connect people, businesses, and communities across Ghana. As part of our commitment to digital trust and operational resilience, we are strengthening our cybersecurity capabilities to protect critical infrastructure and customer data.

We are seeking a highly skilled and proactive Cyber Security Control Operations Specialist to support the design, implementation, and operation of advanced cybersecurity controls across our enterprise environment.

Position Summary

The Cyber Security Control Operations Specialist will design, implement, monitor, and optimize security controls across Telecel Ghana’s digital infrastructure. The successful candidate will lead hands-on security operations, strengthen threat detection and response capabilities, and ensure compliance with global cybersecurity standards and regulatory frameworks.

Key Responsibilities

Security Operations and Incident Response

• Operate and optimize Security Operations Center (SOC) processes to detect, analyse, and respond to cybersecurity threats.
• Investigate security incidents and coordinate timely containment, eradication, and recovery actions.
• Correlate threat intelligence with internal security telemetry to identify emerging risks and attack patterns.
• Support incident response activities and provide actionable insights to improve response effectiveness.

Security Tools and Platform Management

• Deploy, configure, and integrate security tools including SIEM, SOAR, EDR, and DLP solutions across enterprise systems.
• Monitor and tune security platforms to improve detection accuracy and operational efficiency.
• Ensure continuous visibility across endpoints, networks, applications, and cloud environments.

Vulnerability Management and Risk Reduction

• Conduct advanced vulnerability assessments and penetration testing to identify security weaknesses.
• Prioritize vulnerabilities based on risk exposure and business impact.
• Collaborate with IT and infrastructure teams to ensure timely remediation of security gaps.
• Track remediation progress and report risk posture to management.

Security Architecture and Compliance

• Align security controls with industry frameworks including NIST, ISO 27001, and CIS Controls.
• Support compliance with regulatory and internal cybersecurity requirements.
• Contribute to the design and enforcement of secure architecture across on-premise, hybrid, and cloud environments.
• Strengthen identity and access management (IAM), encryption, and monitoring practices across AWS, Azure, and GCP environments.

Threat Intelligence and Continuous Improvement

• Leverage external threat intelligence platforms to enhance detection and prevention capabilities.
• Analyse attack trends and provide recommendations for proactive defence improvements.
• Continuously improve security monitoring, detection rules, and operational playbooks.
• Support security awareness and knowledge sharing across technical teams.

Qualifications and Experience

Essential Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Cybersecurity, Information Security, Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Information Technology, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5+ years of progressive experience in cybersecurity, with strong hands-on technical experience in security operations or engineering roles.
• Proven experience working in enterprise cybersecurity environments with complex infrastructure.

Certifications (Advantageous)

• Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH)
• GIAC Penetration Tester (GPEN)
• CompTIA Advanced Security Practitioner (CASP+)
• Offensive Security Certified Professional (OSCP)
• GIAC Certified Incident Handler (GCIH)

Technical Skills and Competencies

• Strong understanding of cybersecurity frameworks including NIST, ISO 27001, and CIS Controls.
• Expertise in SIEM, SOAR, EDR, and DLP deployment, configuration, and integration.
• Strong ability to conduct vulnerability assessments and penetration testing using industry-standard methodologies.
• Solid experience in threat intelligence analysis and correlation of security events.
• Strong knowledge of securing cloud environments across AWS, Azure, and GCP, including IAM, encryption, monitoring, and compliance.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail.
• Ability to work under pressure in high-severity incident environments.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to clearly document and report technical findings.
• Strong teamwork and collaboration skills across technical and business teams.

How to Apply

Interested candidates should apply online by clicking on the Application button.