Information and Computer Security Officer (Technical Lead)
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Organizational Setting
The Department of Nuclear Safety and Security (NS) formulates and implements the IAEA's nuclear safety and security programme, which encompasses the Agency's activities to protect people and the environment from radiation exposure and responds to the needs of its Member States related to nuclear safety and nuclear security.
The Division of Nuclear Security (NSNS) is responsible, upon request, for establishing, coordinating and implementing the IAEA's nuclear security programme to protect against, detect and respond to nuclear security events and threats thereof. NSNS comprises four Sections:
•Information Management Section
•Nuclear Security of Materials Outside of Regulatory Control Section
•Nuclear Security of Materials and Facilities Section
•Programme Development and International Cooperation Section
The Information Management Section (INMA) is responsible for the establishment and maintenance of the mechanisms required to collect, collate and analyse nuclear security related information required for the effective implementation of activities to strengthen the international nuclear security framework. The Section is responsible for managing and maintaining the Incident and Trafficking Database and related information, as well as the system to develop and coordinate the implementation of Integrated Nuclear Security Support Plans. For this purpose, it liaises with other international organizations and Member States to enhance cooperation in and increase the outreach of nuclear security information. The Section is also responsible for managing and maintaining the information technology systems necessary for implementing the work of the Division and providing for information exchange through internal and external information portals. Additionally, the Section is responsible for managing and implementing the programme of activities for raising States’ awareness of the threat of cyber-attacks, and their potential impact on nuclear security. The Section is also responsible for implementing arrangements to maintain the confidentiality of sensitive information.
Main Purpose
Under the direct supervision of the Section Head, Information Management Section (INMA), the Information and Computer Security Officer (Technical Lead) will coordinate and implement information and computer security activities as part of the nuclear security programme. This includes information and computer security activities based on needs identified by States in Integrated Nuclear Security Sustainability Plans, information and computer security assessment missions and International Physical Protection Advisory Service (IPPAS) missions. Additionally, the Information and Computer Security Officer develops and implements the Divisions internal information and IT security activities in alignment with and support of the IAEAs information and IT security
Role
The Information and Computer Security Officer (Technical Lead) is: (1) a technical lead, leading programme design, coordination and delivery of activities related to the information and computer security within the nuclear security programme, monitoring and supervising their implementation in accordance with relevant Agency’s and policies and procedures; (2) a substantive and recognized expert in information and computer security specifically related to the nuclear industry, (3) a coordinator and manager of projects of particular technical complexity and/or sensitivity involving the participation of experts from Member States and other relevant international organizations and/or initiatives as well as inter-agency collaborative projects; (4) a scientific secretary to international scientific meetings related to computer security as a component of nuclear security, overseeing the preparation and editing of scientific or technical reports, manuals, proceedings and other publications that provide information and computer security guidance for nuclear security regimes, as well as scientific or technical documentation and papers for discussions; and (5) coordinator and developer of the Division's information and IT security programme in alignment with and support of the IAEAs information and IT security programme.
Functions / Key Results Expected
Coordinate and provide technical input to the work of the information and computer security team.
Lead the development of the information and computer security programme of activities, including within the Integrated Nuclear Security Sustainability Plan (INSSP) requests in support of Member State activities to improve information and computer security as a component of nuclear security.
Lead the development of information and computer security guidance, within the IAEA Nuclear Security Series of publications.
Provide expert support to Member States efforts to establish effective information and computer security within their nuclear security regimes.
Contribute to capacity building, including conduct of training, workshops, exercises and seminars related to information and computer security in States as a component of their nuclear security regimes.
Lead the design and delivery of information and computer security activities specifically for the benefit of Member States.
Represent the IAEA at national and international meetings as required; establish and maintain relationships with relevant international organizations, initiatives, committees and scientific societies.
Conduct, as requested, information and computer security assessment missions and International Physical Protection Advisory Service (IPPAS) missions.
Serve as the Divisional Information Security Officer, coordinating and developing the Division's information and IT security programme in alignment with and support of the IAEAs information and IT security programme.
Core Competencies(Competency Framework)
| Name | Definition |
|---|---|
| Communication | Communicates orally and in writing in a clear, concise and impartial manner. Takes time to listen to and understand the perspectives of others and proposes solutions. |
| Achieving Results | Takes initiative in defining realistic outputs and clarifying roles, responsibilities and expected results in the context of the Department/Division’s programme. Evaluates his/her results realistically, drawing conclusions from lessons learned. |
| Teamwork | Actively contributes to achieving team results. Supports team decisions. |
| Planning and Organizing | Plans and organizes his/her own work in support of achieving the team or Section’s priorities. Takes into account potential changes and proposes contingency plans. |
Functional Competencies
| Name | Definition |
|---|---|
| Client orientation | Helps clients to analyse their needs. Seeks to understand service needs from the client’s perspective and ensure that the client’s standards are met. |
| Commitment to continuous process improvement | Plans and executes activities in the context of quality and risk management and identifies opportunities for process, system and structural improvement, as well as improving current practices. Analyses processes and procedures, and proposes improvements. |
| Technical/scientific credibility | Ensures that work is in compliance with internationally accepted professional standards and scientific methods. Provides scientifically/technically accepted information that is credible and reliable. |
Required Expertise
| Function | Name | Expertise Description |
|---|---|---|
| Nuclear Security | Cyber Security for Nuclear Facilities | Extensive knowledge in IAEA Nuclear Security Series guidance. Experience in IAEA guidance development is beneficial |
| Information Technology | Information Security | Expertise in information security including information classification and security requirements for classified information |
| Nuclear Security | National Nuclear Security Regimes | In depth knowledge of the nuclear security regime and the application of associated digital control systems within the regime |
| Management and Programme Analysis | Project Management | Demonstrated expertise in successful project management |
| Training | Training Implementation | Significant experience in conducting computer security training. Prior experience in IAEA training activities is beneficial |
Qualifications, Experience and Language skills
Advanced university degree in information science, computer science, nuclear science, nuclear engineering or related fields. A university degree in information science, computer science, nuclear science, nuclear engineering or related fields with two additional years of relevant experience may be considered in lieu of advanced university degree.
A minimum of seven years of relevant professional experience, including technical leadership, in computer security in the nuclear field. Prior experience working at nuclear facilities/nuclear operations is highly desirable.
International or national experience in nuclear security activities related to information and computer security.
Demonstrated strong organizational skills in leading and coordination of large-scale meetings/conferences.
Demonstrated technical writing skills.
Excellent oral and written command of English. Knowledge of other official IAEA languages (Arabic, Chinese, French, Russian and Spanish) is an asset.
Remuneration
The IAEA offers an attractive remuneration package including a tax-free annual net base salary starting at US $86027 (subject to mandatory deductions for pension contributions and health insurance), a variablepost adjustment [link removed]which currently amounts to US $ 44820*, dependency benefits, rental subsidy [link removed], education grant [link removed], relocation [link removed] and repatriation expenses [link removed]; Other benefits include 6 weeks' annual leave, home leave travel [link removed], pension plan [link removed]and health insurance. [link removed] More information on the conditions of employment can be found at: https://www.iaea.org/about/employment/professional-staff/conditions [link removed]
General Information
- The IAEA's paramount consideration in the recruitment of staff member is to secure employees of the highest standards of efficiency, technical competence and integrity.
- Staff Members shall be selected without any unfair treatment or arbitrary distinction based on a person's race, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, religion, nationality, ethnic origin, disability, age, language, social origin or other similar shared characteristic or trait.
- The IAEA is committed to gender equality and to promoting a diverse workforce. Applications from qualified women and candidates from developing countries are strongly encouraged.
- Applicants should be aware that IAEA staff members are international civil servants and may not accept instructions from any other authority. The IAEA is committed to applying the highest ethical standards in carrying out its mandate. As part of the United Nations common system, the IAEA subscribes to the following core ethical standards (or values): Integrity [link removed], Professionalism [link removed] and Respect for diversity [link removed].
- The IAEA has a zero-tolerance policy on conduct that is incompatible with the aims and objectives of the United Nations and the IAEA, including sexual harassment, abuse of authority and discrimination.
Evaluation process
- The evaluation of applicants will be conducted on the basis of the information submitted in the application according to the selection criteria stated in the vacancy announcement. Applicants must provide complete and accurate information. Evaluation of qualified candidates may include an assessment exercise, which may be followed by a competency-based interview.
- Candidates under serious consideration for selection may be subject to reference and background checks as part of the recruitment process.
Appointment information
- Appointment is subject to a satisfactory medical report.
- Staff members may be assigned to any location.
- Candidates appointed to posts in the Professional and higher categories are subject to IAEA rotation policy [link removed] and their maximum tour of service shall normally be seven years.
- The IAEA retains the discretion not to make any appointment to this vacancy, to make an appointment at a lower grade or with a different contract type, or to make an appointment with a modified job description or for shorter duration than indicated above.
