Specialist - Security Intelligence.Technology Information at MTN

Job Description

Mission/ Core purpose of the Job

• Proactively address physical and operational threats targeting MTN’s network infrastructure 
• Response to the growing threat of organized crime, internal collusion, and infrastructure sabotage, 
• Reduction in incidents and losses by anticipating and preventing incidents more effectively through early warning indicators and active threat profiling

Responsibilities

• Context (Global influences, environmental / industry demands, organisational mission etc.)
• The telecommunications industry is increasingly facing complex security threats driven by global trends such as organized crime syndicates, cyber-physical convergence, and rising infrastructure sabotage in developing markets.
• Environmental factors such as energy in security and economic volatility have escalated the demand for strategic asset protection.
• Additionally, regulatory and compliance pressures across Africa are intensifying expectations for proactive risk management. Aligned with MTN’s Ambition 2025 strategy which emphasizes resilience, digital acceleration, and customer-centric operations require a critical need to evolve our security posture.
• The formation and deployment of a specialized Intelligence function is a direct response to these demands, ensuring MTN’s assets, people, and services are protected against emerging and persistent threats.

Qualifications

Job Requirements (Education, Experience and Competencies)

Education Requirements

Minimum Qualification:

• Diploma in Security Risk Management, Criminal Justice, Intelligence Studies, or Forensic Investigation.

Preferred:

• Certification in Crime Intelligence, Investigative Interviewing, or Security Analysis (e.g.  ACFE, PSIRA Grade A, or equivalent).

Experience:

• Minimum 5–7 years in a security intelligence, investigations, or risk analysis role.

Proven track record in:

• Handling complex criminal investigations, including syndicate crime.
• Working with law enforcement, crime intelligence units, and private sector partners.
• Delivering intelligence products such as reports, threat assessments, and operational recommendations.
• Handling and recruiting confidential informants
• Experience in telecoms or critical infrastructure environments is highly advantageous.
• Exposure to GPRS tracking, call data analysis, and asset recovery operations.

Competencies:

Category Competency

• Technical Intelligence gathering and threat analysis
• Security operations and risk profiling
• Report writing and case file compilation
• Use of intelligence tools (e.g., dashboards, GPRS, databases)
• Behavioral High integrity and confidentiality
• Analytical thinking and problem-solving
• Collaboration and stakeholder engagement
• Results-driven with sense of urgency
• Operational Ability to work in high-pressure, dynamic environments
• Flexible deployment across regions
• Strong understanding of criminal modus operandi and trends

Apply Before 08/13/2025