Head of IT Security

Job Description

Title: Head of IT Security

Company Name: Jamuna Bank PLC

Vacancy: --

Age: Na

Job Location: Dhaka

Salary: --

Experience:

• 10 to 12 years
• The applicants should have experience in the following business area(s): Banks

• Bachelor of Science (BSc) in Computer Science

Educational Requirement & Age Limit

• MSc or BSc in Information Security, Computer Science, IT, or a related discipline from a reputed university.

Professional Certification

• Highly Valued Certifications: CISSP, CISM, CISA, ISO 27001 Lead Implementer/Auditor, CEH, CHFI, CCSP

• Technical certifications such as RHCSA, OffSec, CCNP Security, or JNCIP Security are a strong plus.

• 10 to 12 years
• The applicants should have experience in the following business area(s): Banks

Must not exceed 45 years of age as on February 26, 2026

Skill Requirement

• Strong leadership and analytical skills with proficiency in IT governance and risk management

• Deep technical expertise in SOC operations, SIEM, SOAR, packet analysis, digital forensics, and endpoint protection.

• Knowledge of cloud security, microservices, DevSecOps, and API security.

• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.

• Experience Requirement

• Minimum of 10-12 years of Cybersecurity/IT security experience specifically within the Banking sector.

• At least 3 years in a supervisory or managerial role leading SOC, cyber governance, or security programs.

• Demonstrated experience in managing cyber incidents, regulatory compliance, and IT risk management.

Additional Requirement

• Ability to work under pressure and respond to cybersecurity threats 24/7 (on-call rotation expected).

• Experience in the Telecom or wider BFSI sector will be considered an advantage.

In an era of evolving cyber threats, Jamuna Bank PLC is committed to uncompromising security. We are seeking a seasoned Head of IT Security to govern our information security posture, lead SOC operations, and ensure regulatory compliance at our Corporate Head Office in Dhaka.

We offer competitive benefits, performance incentives, and a vibrant work environment.

Job Level: Senior (up to AVP)

Job Context:

This leadership role manages the bank's Information Security operations, strategy, and regulatory compliance. The position is accountable for ensuring the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of banking information assets in alignment with Bangladesh Bank ICT Security Guidelines and international cybersecurity best practices.

Responsibilities:

• Develop and enforce the Bank's cybersecurity strategy, policies, and roadmap ensuring alignment with Bangladesh Bank ICT Guidelines and Board directives.

• Lead SOC operations, including real-time monitoring, log analysis, malware forensics, and advanced threat hunting.

• Oversee the deployment and continuous improvement of security technologies: SIEM, SOAR, WAF, NGFW, IPS/IDS, EDR/XDR, IAM/PAM, and DLP.

• Lead compliance programs and regulatory audits, maintaining alignment with ISO 27001, PCI-DSS, and industry standards

• Conduct cybersecurity risk assessments, manage the Bank's Risk Register, and oversee VAPT, red-blue team exercises, and regulatory cyber drills.

• Lead incident response, root-cause analysis, and support Business Continuity/Disaster Recovery planning.

• Ensure "security-by-design and secure SDLC across applications, APIs, and digital channels.

• Mentor the cybersecurity team and conduct ongoing phishing simulation and awareness training for employees.