Information Security Specialist

About the role

FINCA Armenia, part of the US-based FINCA Impact Finance network, is hiring an Information Security Specialist for a full-time, on-site position in Yerevan. The specialist designs, implements and maintains information security controls that protect the organization's systems, data and digital services, working with IT, operations and business teams to meet internal policies, regulatory requirements and industry best practices.

Key responsibilities

• Monitor security events, assess vulnerabilities and manage incident response
• Support the secure configuration of applications and infrastructure
• Conduct security awareness activities and document security processes
• Contribute to continuous improvement of the organization's information security posture

Required profile

• Bachelor's degree in Information Security, Computer Science, Information Technology or a related field
• Relevant certifications such as CISSP, CISM, CEH or CompTIA Security+ are an advantage
• Ability to analyze complex technical issues, communicate with technical and non-technical stakeholders and write clear documentation and reports

Required skills

• Cybersecurity and information security management, including designing security policies, procedures and controls
• Network security: firewalls, intrusion detection/prevention systems, secure network architecture and VPNs
• Application security: secure software development, vulnerability assessments and protection of web and mobile apps
• Data privacy principles and regulatory requirements
• Security monitoring tools, incident response and risk assessment methodologies