Senior IT Officer (Banking & Financial Services)

Nigeria Full-time Undisclosed
Job Description
Role Overview

• We are looking for a seasoned Senior IT Officer with a robust background in the financial services sector.
• You will be responsible for maintaining the integrity, security, and performance of our banking systems and digital infrastructure.
• This role requires a candidate who understands the "zero-downtime" nature of banking and is expert in protecting sensitive financial data.
Key Responsibilities
• Manage and troubleshoot the Core Banking Application to ensure seamless daily processing, end-of-day (EOD), and month-end operations.
• Maintain secure VPNs, firewalls, and encryption protocols for electronic fund transfers (EFT) and online banking platforms.
• Ensure all IT operations align with Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) guidelines, NDPR data privacy standards, and AML/KYC technical requirements.
• Oversee robust Disaster Recovery (DR) sites and automated backup systems to ensure data integrity in the event of system failure.
• Support the integration and maintenance of mobile banking apps, USSD codes, and ATM/POS switching systems.
Required Qualifications & Experience
• Education: Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.
• Industry Experience: Minimum of 2 years of IT experience specifically within a Bank, Microfinance Bank (MFB), or Fintech environment.
Technical Proficiency:
• Hands-on experience with BankOne database management.
• Familiarity with Interswitch, NIBSS, or similar financial switching platforms.
Competencies:
• Deep understanding of Fintech security threats and mitigation strategies.
• Ability to work under pressure during critical system maintenance windows.
• Excellent technical reporting and documentation skills.
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Job Snapshot
  • Posted: Apr 26, 2026
  • Job Type: Full-time
  • Location: Nigeria
  • Source: External