Cybersecurity Jobs in Nigeria and Skills Acquisition at Vsasf Tech ICT Academy Enugu

Cybersecurity jobs in Nigeria are experiencing high demand due to a 300% rise in local cyberattacks, with over 25,000 roles expected by 2026. Top positions include Cybersecurity Analysts, Engineers, SOC Managers, and Consultants. Major hiring sectors include banking, consulting, and telecommunications (e.g., MTN, 9mobile) with roles often based in Lagos.

Key Hiring Areas and Roles

Common Job Titles: Cybersecurity Analyst, Information Security Manager, Threat Intelligence Lead, Penetration Tester, and Cloud Security Engineer.

Top Employers: MTN Nigeria, PwC, Phillips Consulting (pcl.), Bosak MFB LTD, Ethnos Cyber Ltd, and various fintech companies.

Locations & Work Model: Primarily located in Lagos and Abuja, with opportunities for remote and hybrid work.

Emerging Roles: Data Privacy Officers and IT Security Operations specialists are increasingly required to bridge security gaps.

Job Market Trends (2025–2026)

High Demand: A shortage of qualified professionals exists, with fewer than 3,000 experts meeting standards for over 25,000 expected roles.

Salary Potential: Cybersecurity Engineers can earn, on average, over ₦900,000 monthly, while specialized roles like Ethical Hackers may command higher, as noted on Payscale.

Skills in Demand: Knowledge of security frameworks, risk assessment, network security, and cloud technologies are highly valued.

Vsasf Tech ICT Academy Enugu offers practical classes for Cybersecurity frameworks, technical approaches to Penetration Testing and Ethical Hacking with respect to Risk Assessment and Threat Intelligence

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