Job Title
Information Technology Assistant, G5
Department/ Office
Office of Information and Communication Technology
Duty Station
NEW YORK
Posting Period
17 July 2013-16 August 2013
Job Opening number
13-IST-OICT-29082-R-NEW YORK (R)
United Nations Core Values: Integrity, Professionalism, Respect for Diversity
Organizational Setting and Reporting
This position is located within the Office of Information and Communications Technology of the Department of Management. The incumbent reports to the Chief of the Security and Architecture Unit, Strategic Management Services.
Responsibilities
Within delegated authority, the Information Technology Assistant will be responsible for the following duties:
Installs application systems software and hardware according to specifications.
Provides basic support in the planning, specification, design, development, implementation and maintenance of customized application software systems; works with senior IT staff on the definition and specification of requirements; builds, tests and modifies prototype application software based on detailed instructions; installs and maintains software systems.
Supports senior staff in the creation and maintenance of application software within Lotus Notes, Microsoft Access and web-based architectures, etc.; assists in the preparation of technical and user documentation, as well as in the production of training materials.
Maintains an IT Security test environment with various toolsets used for system/application/penetration testing and forensic analysis; researches new tools and techniques; administers several VM's and servers in the OICT Data Centre.
Performs system-, web- and application penetration tests. Adjusts existing and develop new scripts and techniques to support this activity.
Writes, maintains, and presents reports for system-, web- and application penetration tests.
Provides support on software development matters, including security, data integrity and recovery; assists with needs assessment for new systems (including modifications to existing systems); performs ongoing reviews with users and developers and responds to requirements; requests, implements, provides operational support and maintains various applications.
Maintains regular contact with users and technical staff in user offices and provides support as required.
Assists with ISO 27001 and other certification audits.
Liaises with external vendors performing infoprmation security and or software development related work.
Assists with response to Information Security incidents as required.
Competencies
Professionalism: Knowledge of information technology and applications, including computer system networks. Good technical skills, ability to conduct network maintenance, and provide server services. Familiarity with basic information security concepts. 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. Commitment to implementing the goal of gender equality by ensuring the equal participation and full involvement of women and men in all aspects of work.
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.
Technological Awareness: Keeps abreast of available technology; understands applicability and limitation of technology to the work of the office; actively seeks to apply technology to appropriate tasks; shows willingness to learn new technology.
Education
High school diploma or equivalent.
Additional education or training in Computer Science, engineering or related discipline is desirable. GIAC, CISSP or other certification is an advantage.
Work Experience
Five years of experience in information technology or related area is required.
Other skills:
Experience with one or several programming languages, with a preference for languages used in web applications (.NET, ASP, Java, php). Knowledge of Linux/Unix OS operation and demonstrated interest in IT Security / Penetration testing is desired. Experience with with web application and/or network security screening tools is desired.
Qualifying years of experience are calculated following the receipt of the high school or secondary school diploma.
Languages
English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. For the post advertised, fluency in oral and written English is required. Knowledge of another official United Nations language is an advantage.
Assessment Method
Evaluation of qualified candidates may include an assessment exercise which may be followed by competency-based interview.
Special Notice
Recruitment for this position is done on a local basis, whether or not the candidate is a resident of the duty station.
Passing the Administrative Assessment Support Test (ASAT) at Headquarters or an equivalent recognised locally-administered test at a United Nations Office is a prerequisite for recruitment consideration in the General Service category in the United Nations Secretariat.
Staff Members are subject to the authority of the Secretary-General and to assignment by him or her. In this context, all staff are expected to move periodically to new functions in their careers in accordance with established rules and procedures.
United Nations Considerations
The United Nations shall place no restrictions on the eligibility of men and women to participate in any capacity and under conditions of equality in its principal and subsidiary organs. (Charter of the United Nations - Chapter 3, article 8). The United Nations Secretariat is a non-smoking environment.
No Fee
THE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CHARGE A FEE AT ANY STAGE OF THE RECRUITMENT PROCESS (APPLICATION, INTERVIEW MEETING, PROCESSING, OR TRAINING). THE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CONCERN ITSELF WITH INFORMATION ON APPLICANTS' BANK ACCOUNTS.
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