Org. Setting and Reporting

The incumbent reports to the Head, Field Information Management and Technology Office (FIMTO) at the Field. The incumbent receives technical guidance from Head of Information Security Office at HQA.

Responsibilities

Works with the Field Information Management and Technology Office (FIMTO) and Information Management and Technology Department (IMTD) teams as the information security contact point. The scope of responsibilities include:

Participating as a member of the UNRWA-wide network of information security staff in activities that aim to protect the whole organization.

Acting as a focal point for location-specific processes, procedures, and tools.

Acting as the focal point for Business Continuity and Disaster Recovery activities.

Delivering training and participating in security-related exercises.

Provides daily monitoring of security-related events, gathers required contextual information, shares knowledge among the network of information security staff, responds to events and incidents, following predefined policies, procedures, and guidelines.

Implements and manages security tools, e.g., firewalls, anti-malware solutions, EDR, vulnerability managements solutions, monitoring solutions, web filters, VPNs and similar. The systems may include local and UNRWA-wide solutions. Executes technical evaluations, including penetration tests.

Contributes to the development of policies, procedures, and guidelines. Tests new technological solutions in the information security area or tests specific configurations.

Coordinates the vulnerability management process in the location and participates in UNRWA-wide activities. Serves as the driving force for addressing vulnerabilities in the location, communicating with the management, preparing reports, and following up with system administrators on patching.

Participates in security-related audits and assessments. Identifies and collects evidence and organizes interviews. Coordinates the implementation of location specific recommendations and participates in implementing UNRWA wide recommendations. Executes internal security and compliance audits to identify security issues and non-compliance.

Performs evaluations and research and coordinates activities regarding large security-related projects, including, but not limited to, network segmentation and migration to the cloud.

Coordinates security awareness initiatives in the location and participates in UNRWA-wide activities.

Contributes to UNRWA-wide security strategy development and budget planning.

Keeps abreast of latest technology developments and invests time in developing security-related capacity, e.g., by practicing forensic skills or developing skills in using security tools and provides advice and recommendations to section head on security development issues.

Performs other duties as may be assigned by the supervisor.

Competencies

UN Core Values of Integrity, Professionalism and Respect for Diversity, and Core Competencies of Communication, Working with People and Drive for Results apply by default.

Applying Technical Expertise
Persuading and Influencing
Learning and Researching
Planning and Organizing
Following Instructions and Procedures

Other Competencies:
-Service orientation.
-Ability to establish and maintain effective working relations.
-Problem-solving skills.
-Ability to work under stress.
-Creativity and ability to take the initiative.
-Good skills in documenting technical content.

Education

A university degree from an accredited educational institution in computer science, information technology, electrical or computer engineering or related discipline.

Certifications in security technologies and tools, e.g., CCNA Security, Fortinet, CrowdStrike or equivalent.

Work Experience

Five years of progressively responsible and professional related experience in IT-cybersecurity, software development, risk management or infrastructure. (Or, 4 years of relevant experience in case you hold masters degree), is required

Applicants are required to mention if they have close relative(s) in UNRWA (mother, father, daughter, son, sister brother), please provide full name(s) and relationship. If applicable, please provide further details below.

Applicants are required to mention if they are a Palestine refugee. If yes, please provide you Registration Card Number

Languages

Very good command of written and spoken English and Arabic.

Assessment

Evaluation of qualified candidates may include an assessment exercise which may be followed by competency-based interview.

Special Notice

Please make sure that your application is filled properly, correctly, and completely; any missing or incomplete information may lead to the rejection of the application by the system.

If the recruitment process generates a large number of applicants who pass the test, the Agency may interview only the top passing applicants to ensure sufficient number of candidates to be listed on a recommended list or an employment roster based on the Agency’s needs. This is intended to ensure efficiency and timeliness of the recruitment process.

Type of Contract: Fixed Term Appointment

Duration of Contract: 3 years including 1 year probation period, with the possibility of further extension, subject to the availability of funds, satisfactory performance and continuing need.

This vacancy notice is open to internal and external candidates. Only candidates residing in Lebanon, and within commuting distance of the duty station with authorization to work in the duty station at the time of application are eligible to apply. The Agency will not assume responsibility or accountability to support or facilitate the issuance of work permit in Lebanon, and without a valid work permit, the appointment may be rescinded.

Preference will be given to registered Palestine refugees and candidates assisting the Agency to meet its commitment to gender parity. UNRWA welcomes applications from qualified candidates with disabilities.

UNRWA, the largest United Nations operation in the Middle East with over 30,000 staff working across five areas of operation, is looking for highly committed professionals wishing to make a change.

A roster may be created from the selection exercise, and successful candidates may become eligible for appointment to the same post or a similar post.

Only applications that have been fully completed in UNRWA’s online e-recruitment system (Inspira) will be considered and no late applications will be accepted. The PHP should be completed with full relevant work experience under the experience tabs as per the requirements in the Job Opening. All acquired university degrees must also be stated, if applicable. Applicants applying to positions for Grades 12 to 20 must submit a cover letter/motivational statement in order to be considered. Additionally, providing incorrect or misleading information on an application will result in the immediate disqualification of a candidate.

Candidates (internal and external) must declare when filling the family details in their Inspira profile whether they have any close relative (father, mother, brother, sister, son and daughter) working in the United Nations Secretariat which encompasses all organizations in the United Nations System including UNRWA. Non-declaration of a close relative working in the UN system will lead to immediate disqualification of the candidate.
No candidate is entitled to be provided a copy of his or her scored test or be informed of the scores given, or the tests and scores given to other candidates. A candidate does not have the right to request his or her test to be reassessed or to be given an opportunity to repeat the test.

For UNRWA internal staff, they are required to specify and include their current UNRWA grade level. To do so applicants should select under “Category” RLG, scroll down to see all categories, then select their local grade.

Equivalency: Equivalency may apply for this post.
NB: Work experience alone or formal qualifications with no relevant work experience are not considered an acceptable combination.

Desirable qualification:
Cybersecurity certifications, e.g., CISSP, SSCP, SANS certifications, Offensive Security certifications, Security+, CySA+, Splunk, Cisco Certified CyberOps and similar.
Microsoft Azure cloud certifications.
Knowledge of UNRWA’s operations and computer facilities environment.

Conditions of service:
Monthly basic salary USD 1,542.5 + SOA 4.49% of basic salary +SPLAI USD 167
Other benefits include monthly Provident Fund contribution (15.4% of basic salary paid by the Agency), compulsory medical insurance, 30 days of annual leave, and dependency allowance (if applicable).
Candidates need to check the Junk Email as emails from INSPIRA may go to Junk; it is the candidate’s responsibility to check his/her email.

Additional information: N/A

The vacancy will be shown on INSPIRA after 24 hours from the posting date.
Sending CVs by email are not acceptable and they will be automatically ignored.

Advertisements published only in English will only accept applications in English, and Arabic submissions will not be considered.

The Agency may disqualify applicants whose name appears on the UN Sanctions List or a UN database of staff separated for reason of misconduct or of staff who separated whilst misconduct processes were pending.

UNRWA shares investigation and misconduct information with other UN Agencies, and past and prospective employers, about staff members who have been separated for misconduct, or who have separated whilst an investigation and/or disciplinary process for misconduct is underway; and such persons may be prohibited from employment with the United Nations.

The Agency will immediately disqualify applicants who are ineligible for any reason in accordance with the Agency regulatory framework.

In line with this mission, the Agency works towards five strategic outcomes: (a) Palestine refugee rights under international law are protected and promoted; (b) Palestine refugee health is protect and disease burden is reduced; (c) school – age children complete quality, equitable and inclusive basic education; (d) Palestine refugee capabilities are strengthened for increased livelihood opportunities; and (e) Palestine refugees are able to meet their basic human needs of food, shelter and environmental health.

UNRWA is funded almost entirely by voluntary contributions from UN member states, regional bodies, business foundations and individual contributions. The mission of UNRWA is to help Palestine refugees achieve their full potential in human development under the difficult circumstances in which they live.

UNRWA is a United Nations agency whose staff are therefore expected to uphold the highest standards of integrity, neutrality and impartiality. This includes respect for and commitment to human rights, diversity, and non-violent means of dealing with all kinds of conflict. UNRWA staff are expected to uphold these values at all times, both at work and outside. Only persons who fully and unconditionally commit to these values should consider applying for UNRWA jobs.

UNRWA is a non-smoking work environment.
The Agency reserves the right not to make an appointment, to make an appointment at a lower grade, or to make an appointment with a modified job description.
For queries and questions please contact [email protected] (no CVs are to be sent to this email).

Please find below the link to a video that guides applicants on how to apply to Job Openings that approach you for guidance:

https://drive.google.com/file/d/1MH-IYA6Y8kxA1fgao5qyTV8VwNajgx4u/view?usp=sharing

For more details on UNRWA, please visit: https://www.unrwa.org/

United Nations Considerations

Staff members are subject to the authority of the Commissioner-General of UNRWA and to assignment by him or her.

UNRWA is committed to achieving gender parity at all levels of staffing under the current UN-wide gender agenda and strongly encourages applications from qualified applicants from under-represented groups.

At UNRWA, the paramount consideration in the recruitment and employment of staff is the necessity of securing the highest standards of efficiency, competence and integrity, with due regard to geographic diversity. All employment decisions are made on the basis of qualifications and organizational needs. UNRWA is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment of mutual respect. Reasonable accommodation for applicants with disabilities may be provided to support participation in the recruitment process when requested and indicated in the application.

UNRWA Considerations
UNRWA staff are expected to uphold the highest standards of efficiency, competence, neutrality, impartiality and integrity. This includes respect for and commitment to human rights, diversity and non-violent means of dealing with all kinds of conflict. Only persons who fully and unconditionally commit to these values should consider applying for UNRWA jobs. Candidates will not be considered for employment with UNRWA if they have committed violations of international human rights law, violations of international humanitarian law, sexual exploitation, sexual abuse, or sexual harassment, or if there are reasonable grounds to believe that they have been involved in the commission of any of these acts. Candidates who have committed crimes other than minor traffic offences may not be considered for employment. The Agency may disqualify applicants who have separated for reason of misconduct, who left a UN Agency while misconduct processes were pending, or who appear on the UN Sanctions List.
UNRWA is a non-smoking work environment.

Applicants are urged to follow carefully all instructions available in the online recruitment platform, inspira. For more detailed guidance, applicants may refer to the Manual for the Applicant, which can be accessed by clicking on “Manuals” hyper-link on the upper right side of the inspira account-holder homepage.

The evaluation of applicants will be conducted on the basis of the information submitted in the application according to the evaluation criteria of the job opening and the applicable internal legislations of the United Nations including the Charter of the United Nations, resolutions of the General Assembly, the Staff Regulations and Rules, administrative issuances and guidelines. Applicants must provide complete and accurate information pertaining to their personal profile and qualifications according to the instructions provided in inspira to be considered for the current job opening. No amendment, addition, deletion, revision or modification shall be made to applications that have been submitted. Candidates under serious consideration for selection will be subject to reference checks to verify the information provided in the application.

Job openings advertised on the Careers Portal will be removed at 11:59 p.m. (New York time) on the deadline date.