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• Actively participate in the review and
  development of information security policies and related standards and
  guidelines.
• Coordinate the implementation of regional
  and local information security policies. Ensure promotion and enforcement
  of these policies.
• Develops detailed system and functional
  specifications, along with user documentation for major systems, including
  telecommunications systems
• Provides specialized advice to users, and
  analyzes user requirements to be used for the development of new
  applications
• Develops and maintains applications that
  require integration of interrelated systems; makes recommendations for
  these applications with regards to systems integration and
  interconnectivity requirements
• The incumbent develops and maintains the
  information security management system, including information risks across
  the mission. Establishes an information security and risk management
  functional capability and framework across the organization. Establishes
  processes to respond in a timely and proactive manner to significant
  information security breaches.
• Actively participates in writing reports
  and papers on systems, system requirements, information strategy,
  information management and related subjects.
• Maintains, upgrades and enhances
  operational systems; troubleshoots and provides ongoing user support,
  resolves difficult problems, advises on the use of new techniques, and monitors
  transactions to measure performance and continued effectiveness of systems
• Organizes and performs unit and integrated
  testing by designing and implementing test bases; assists clients/users in
  acceptance testing
• Develops training materials, operating and
  user manuals; trains staff on assigned systems
• Prepares disaster recovery plans and
  ensures appropriate planning and training of the responsible technical
  support elements.
• Develops plans for major IT systems
  projects within the Region, monitoring the progress of the design,
  installation and commissioning of the various networks and systems
• Support the team in the operation and
  maintenance of internetworking systems that includes routers and switches,
  operating systems platforms, database management systems, servers,
  workstations, and related equipment
• Devises and administers disaster recovery
  plans; provides training for support staff to implement these plans to
  ensure optimal readiness
• In charge of the proper implementation of
  backup and recovery procedures
• Maintains a regular review of the network
  resources access control, data security, and server and data stores
  security systems
• Ensures that appropriate data security and
  access controls are maintained for network based applications deployed
  over Local- and Wide Area Networks
• Ensures all information security systems
  are properly configured and maintained
• Oversees the user access control for
  network resources and overall network security

• The ideal candidate for the United Nations
  DPKO Information Systems Officer job placement should hold an advanced
  university degree (Master’s degree or equivalent) in computer science,
  information systems, mathematics, statistics or related field. A
  first-level university degree in combination with an additional two (2)
  years qualifying experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced
  university degree. Certification in CCNA Security, Prince2 Foundation as
  well as ITIL Foundation are desirable.
• At least five (5) years of progressively
  responsible experience in planning, design, development, implementation
  and maintenance of Information Systems, Information Technology Systems or
  related areas.
• Previous exposure and experience in
  Information Systems and Technology used by the United Nations common
  system in support of peacekeeping operations is desirable.
• Languages: Fluency in English
  (both oral and written) is required.

• Professionalism: Knowledge of
  Information Systems, Information Technology and Information Management,
  particularly in systems analysis and design and in radio communications,
  database design and development, application development and support, and
  internetworking; knowledge of high level programming languages with
  demonstrated proficiency in programming and analysis, to include
  functional, structured, object-oriented, scripting and query languages;
  good knowledge of document design and management, graphic designs skills,
  hardware and software systems; strong analytical and problem-solving skills,
  with proficiency in the development and implementation of systems of
  moderate size/complexity; good knowledge of internetworking with routers,
  switches, and other telecommunications systems; knowledge of interactive
  systems; good knowledge of the organization’s information infrastructure
  and IT strategy; shows pride in work and in achievements; demonstrates
  professional competence and mastery of subject matter; is conscientious
  and efficient in meeting commitments, observing deadlines and achieving results;
  is motivated by professional rather than personal concerns; shows
  persistence when faced with difficult problems or challenges; remains calm
  in stressful situations. Takes responsibility for incorporating gender
  perspectives and ensuring the equal participation of women and men in all
  areas of work.
• Communication: Speaks and
  writes clearly and effectively; listens to others, correctly interprets
  messages from others and responds appropriately; asks questions to
  clarify, and exhibits interest in having two-way communication; tailors
  language, tone, style and format to match audience; demonstrates openness
  in sharing information and keeping people informed.
• Teamwork: Works collaboratively
  with colleagues to achieve organizational goals; solicits input by
  genuinely valuing others’ ideas and expertise; is willing to learn from
  others; places team agenda before personal agenda; supports and acts in
  accordance with final group decision, even when such decisions may not
  entirely reflect own position; shares credit for team accomplishments and
  accepts joint responsibility for team shortcomings.

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