Infrastructure Security Engineer
- Job Type Full Time , Hybrid
- Qualification BA/BSc/HND
- Experience 3 – 6 years
- Location Lagos
- Job Field ICT / Computer 
- The Infrastructure Security Engineer will be responsible for implementing and maintaining security controls across Interswitch’s infrastructure landscape. This includes securing cloud and on-premises systems, ensuring effective vulnerability management and supporting compliance with internal and regulatory standards. The role will work closely with IT, DevOps, and Security Operations teams to ensure a robust, scalable, and resilient security posture.
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Implement and manage security solutions across enterprise systems, networks, and cloud environments.
- Support infrastructure hardening and configuration management to align with organizational security standards.
- Perform vulnerability assessments, maintain patch lifecycle across enterprise assets, coordinate remediation efforts, and track closure of identified risks.
- Assist in designing and maintaining security architecture for cloud (AWS, Azure, GCP) and on-premises systems.
- Collaborate with the Incident Response team during investigations and contribute to root cause analysis.
- Engage relevant teams to ensure security processes automation and enforce compliance on the infrastructure, including CI/CD pipelines.
- Participate in regular security reviews, penetration testing exercises, and threat modeling activities.
- Contribute to developing and maintaining infrastructure security standards, policies, and documentation.
- Stay updated on emerging threats, vulnerabilities, and security technologies relevant to Interswitch’s environment. Interswitch –
ROLE REQUIREMENTS
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Security, or related field.
- 3–6 years of experience in information or infrastructure security, preferably within financial technology or enterprise environments.
- Experience implementing and managing security controls across cloud and on-premise infrastructure.
- Knowledge of systems administration, network security, firewalls, VPNs, IDS/IPS, endpoint protection, and vulnerability management tools.
- Familiarity with cloud security principles and services on AWS, Azure, or GCP.
- Understanding of security frameworks such as ISO 27001, NIST, and CIS benchmarks.
- Hands-on experience with scripting or automation (Python, PowerShell, Terraform, or Ansible) for security enforcement.
- Ability to analyze logs and security events and respond to incidents in collaboration with SOC teams.
- Relevant certifications preferred: CompTIA Security+, CEH, CCSP, AWS Certified Security Speciality, or equivalent
go to method of application »
Method of Application
About the job
- To build reliable data integration solutions, clean, transform, and analyze vast amounts of big data from various systems using Spark and other ETL tools to provide ready-to-use dataset to data scientists and data analysts, while ensuring data quality and integrity. Collaborate with stakeholders to design scalable and efficient data solutions that enable informed decision-making, and compliance with data governance.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Data Ingestion and Extraction
- Develop and implement efficient data ingestion pipelines to acquire and extract large volumes of structured and unstructured data.
- Ensure data integrity and quality during the ingestion process.
- Integrate various data sources and formats into a unified data ecosystem.
Data Processing and Transformation
- Design and execute data processing workflows to clean, transform, and enrich raw data.
- Develop scalable data processing algorithms and techniques to handle big data volumes efficiently.
- Optimize data processing pipelines for performance and reliability.
Data Storage and Management
- Create and maintain data storage architectures that cater to the specific needs of big data applications.
- Implement robust data management strategies, including data partitioning, indexing, and compression techniques.
- Ensure data security, privacy, and compliance with relevant regulations.
Data Analysis and Modeling
- Collaborate with data scientists and analysts to understand their requirements and translate them into scalable data models.
- Apply data visualization techniques to communicate insights effectively.
Performance Optimization
- Identify and implement strategies to enhance the performance and efficiency of big data applications and systems.
- Conduct performance tuning, load testing, and capacity planning to meet scalability and throughput requirements.
- Monitor system performance and troubleshoot issues related to data processing, storage, and retrieval.
Data Governance and Compliance
- Establish and enforce data governance policies, standards, and best practices.
- Ensure compliance with data regulations such as GDPR or HIPAA by implementing appropriate data protection measures.
- Conduct data audits and implement data quality controls to maintain data accuracy and consistency.
Collaboration and Communication
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including data scientists, analysts, and software engineers, to understand their data requirements and provide technical support.
- Communicate complex technical concepts and findings to non-technical stakeholders in a clear and concise manner.
- Participate in knowledge-sharing activities and contribute to the continuous improvement of data engineering practices.
Documentation and Reporting
- Document data engineering processes, workflows, and system architectures for future reference and knowledge transfer.
- Prepare technical documentation, including data dictionaries, data lineage, and system specifications.
- Create and maintain documentation related to data governance, compliance, and security protocols.
EDUCATION
General Education
- BSc in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or a related field.
- Evidence of strong industry or sector participation and possession of relevant professional certifications such as:
- Microsoft Azure Data Engineer Associate
- Databricks Certified Data Engineer Associate
- Databricks Certified Data Engineer Professional
- Amazon Web Services (AWS) Certified Data Analytics – Specialty
- Cloudera Data Platform Generalist Certification
- Data Science Council of America (DASCA) Associate Big Data Engineer
- Data Science Council of America (DASCA) Senior Big Data Engineer
- Google Professional Data Engineer
- IBM Certified Solution Architect – Cloud Pak for Data v4.x
- IBM Certified Solution Architect – Data Warehouse V1
EXPERIENCE
General Experience
- Minimum of 7 years’ experience developing, deploying, and managing robust ETL/ELT data solutions, preferably within a reputable Financial Institution or FinTech company.
- Demonstrated experience in building and maintaining scalable data pipelines, integrating multiple data sources, and ensuring end-to-end data quality and performance.
- Proven track record of collaborating with cross-functional teams (Data Scientists, Engineers, and Analysts) to deliver high-impact, data-driven insights and systems.
