Manager - Artificial Intelligence Information Security at MTN

Job Description
Mission

• The Manager - AI Information Security will be responsible for ensuring the implementation and management of advanced information security strategies and frameworks that safeguard sensitive data and AI-driven systems.
• The role will be mitigating the risk of cyber threats, ensure compliance with relevant regulatory requirements and industry standards fostering trust in the AI-driven solutions
• The role will collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate security measures into AI solutions, creating awareness around information security best practices, and actively managing security incidents and vulnerabilities to minimize potential risks to the business
• The Manager will be at forefront of the organization’s efforts to promote a culture of security.
• By leveraging cutting-edge technologies, the role will ensure the successful protection of AI data and systems while driving innovation and maintaining the high standards of cybersecurity across the business

Values

• We at MTN are a purpose and value-led organization.
• At MTN, we believe that understanding our people’s needs and aspirations is key to creating experiences that delight you at work, everyday.
• We are committed to fostering an environment where every member of our Y’ello Family is heard, understood and empowered to live an inspired life.
• Our values keep us grounded and moving in the right direction.
• Most importantly, they keep us honest. It is not something we claim to be. It is in our DNA.
• As an organisation, we consider it our mission to create an exciting and rewarding place to work, where our people can be themselves, thrive in positivity and ignite their full potential.
• A workplace that boosts creativity and innovation, improves productivity, and ultimately drives meaningful results.
• A workplace that is built on relationships and achieving a purpose that is bigger than us.
• Our commitments go beyond an organisational promise.
• It is in our leadership and managerial ethos to meaningfully partner with our employees, customers and stakeholders with a vision to realise our shared goals.

Live Y'ello

• Lead with Crae
• Can-do with Integrity
• Collaborate with Agility
• Serve with Respect
• Act with Inclusion

Responsibilities

The Manager – AI Information Security will be responsible for the following:

• Support the development and implementation of the overall information security framework and strategy focused on AI systems, ensuring effective implementation and adherence across all the business
• Responsible for the development and implementation of the requisite AI information security policies, procedures, guidelines, and standards across the AI-powered infrastructure, platforms, and solutions by means of providing direction, structure, frameworks, models, plans and roadmaps
• Embed best-in-class AI information security risk management standards and practices, integrating emerging trends, frameworks, and threat intelligence into the organization's security posture
• Closely monitor development and implementation of AI Incident Response and Management framework in line with MTN Group Information Security standards
• Work closely with team of AI/ML engineers and data scientists to ensure that security protocols and controls are integrated into AI models and data workflows.  
• Provide ongoing consultation on secure coding practices, threat models, and risk assessments
• Ensure continuous compliance of the organization’s AI solutions with global data privacy laws, security regulations, and industry best practices, while proactively adapting to regulatory changes
• Drive the development and delivery of training programs to build awareness of security protocols and best practices for all teams, promoting a culture of security across the organization
• Oversee the deployment, optimization and management of advanced security monitoring tools, ensuring continuous monitoring of the AI environment for threats, vulnerabilities, and attacks
• Drive the Cyber Defense, Data Privacy, Resilience, Threat & Vulnerability assessments and penetration testing to identify and mitigate risks
• Provide regular updates to the AI COE Lead and senior leadership on security, incident reports, risk mitigation efforts, and compliance activities
• Engage with the Ethics & compliance and Audit teams to ensure alignment of security processes against business risk
• Develop and implement security metrics and KPIs to measure the effectiveness of AI information security programs, ensuring continuous improvement and alignment with organizational goals
• Establish and maintain a security governance structure for AI-driven projects, ensuring that all new and existing AI solutions undergo security reviews and audits before deployment
• Coordinate with external vendors and partners to ensure third-party AI systems, tools, and services comply with the MTN’s security policies and standards, conducting regular security assessments

Qualifications
Education:

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Information Technology, Cybersecurity or a related field 
• Relevant certifications in Information Security or Cybersecurity (preferred)

Experience:

• 4+ years of experience in Information Security or Cybersecurity role
• Proven experience in managing information security programs in an AI/ML-driven environment, ideally in the telecommunications industry or other related sectors
• Strong experience in handling security incidents, risk assessments, vulnerability management, and compliance audits
• Experience working with cross-functional teams, particularly in integrating security into AI/ML solution pipelines and platforms

Skills:

• Deep knowledge of cybersecurity principles, frameworks, and standards
• Expertise in AI/ML security, data privacy, and securing cloud-based platforms
• Strong understanding of penetration testing, vulnerability scanning, and risk management methodologies
• Proficiency in cybersecurity and AI-related security tools
• Stakeholder Engagement & Communication Skills

Apply Before: 07/08/2025