Officer II – Cyber Investigations & Forensics Job CA

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Detailed Description

This is the entry and training grade for Degree holders in this cadre. Duties and responsibilities in this position shall entail assisting in: –

• Participate in the development and implementation of the National Cyber Security Governance instruments including policies, laws, strategies, and standards,
• Participate in cyber security advocacy, awareness, as well as capacity and capability development,
• Advise the on new and emerging technological and regulatory trends in line with the Strategic plan 2023-2027 and beyond,
• Participate in gathering and dissemination of technical information on cyber security incidents, vulnerabilities, security fixes and other security information, as well as issuing alerts and warnings,
• Implement the operations of the National Public Key Infrastructure (NPKI),
• Implement the Critical Information Infrastructure Protection (NCIIP) framework,
• Technical liaison with government agencies, nongovernmental organizations, industry and implementation of new and emerging technologies and services relates to cyber security management,
• Gathering and dissemination of technical information on cyber security incidents, vulnerabilities, security fixes and other security information, as well as issuing alerts and warnings,
• Development and implementation of the cyber security management framework including cyber investigations analysis and forensics, cyber security analysis and cyber security research and development,
• Manage the cyber incident handling processes with regards to the cyber investigations analysis and forensics,
• Development and implementation of a National Critical Information Infrastructure Protection (NCIIP) framework for the ICT and Telcom Sector,
• Development and management of the cyber security systems,
• Development and management of the National Public Key Infrastructure (NPKI) framework,
• Support in the management of the National KE-CIRT/CC’s 24/7 National Cyber Security Monitoring Centre,
• Providing technical advice on the development, acquisition and implementation of cyber-security related tools,
• Implementation of the Critical Information Infrastructure Protection (NCIIP) framework,
• Cyber security systems development,
• Technical liaison with government agencies, nongovernmental organizations, industry and other stakeholders in the development of new and emerging technologies relating to cyber security management,
• Liaising with the local sector Computer Incident Response Teams (CIRTs), regional CIRTs, international CIRTs and other related organizations,
• Conduct the technical research and analysis on computer security, related technologies and advising on new trends,
• Preparation and management of the Division and Departmental annual budget and Procurement plan,
• Participating in the effective implementation of the ISO/IEC 27001 Information Security and Management System (ISMS) and the ISO/IEC 9001 Quality Management System (QMS) standards.

Job Requirements

For appointment to this grade a candidate must have: –

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical/Electronic/Telecommunications Engineering, Information Technology and Computer Science, Software Engineering, or any other related field from a recognized institution,
• Proficiency in computer applications,
• Fulfilled the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution.

Additional Details

• Strong analytical skills
• Sound decision-making skills
• Risk Management skills
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Effective communication skills
• Ability to mobilize resources
• Negotiation skills

Terms and Conditions of Service for the Advertised Positions

The Authority offers a competitive package in line with its Human Resource Policies and Procedures Manual and other prevailing government Guidelines.

Documents to be submitted by the applicants

Applications MUST be accompanied by a signed Cover Letter, detailed curriculum vitae (CV) with contacts for three (3) referees, a Copy of their National Identity Card, and copies of relevant academic and professional certificates.

Successful candidates will be required to submit the following documents: –

• Valid Tax Compliance Certificate from the Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA).
• Valid Certificate of Clearance from the Higher Education Loans Board (HELB).
• Valid Certificate of Good Conduct from the Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI).
• Dully filled and stamped Self-Declaration/Clearance from the Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC). The Self-Declaration form should indicate the position being applied for. v. Valid Clearance Certificate from an approved Credit Reference Bureau (CRB).

How to Apply

Interested and qualified candidates are invited to submit their applications, including a Cover letter, a detailed CV, and contact information for three professional references via the link: https://careers.ca.go.ke/OA_HTML/ircVisitor.jsp on or before 22nd December 2025 at 5.00 P.M., East Africa Time (EAT).

Only shortlisted candidates shall be contacted for interviews.

All applications must be address to;

Director General
Communications Authority of Kenya
P.O. Box 14448
Nairobi 00800

The Authority is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified Kenyans including persons living with disabilities, are encouraged to apply.

Canvassing in any form or failure to attach any of the stipulated documents shall lead to automatic disqualification.