Associate IT Officer (Technical Security)
Enhance ADB's security by developing and improving cyber threat detection mechanisms.
Overview
Enhance ADB's security by developing and improving cyber threat detection mechanisms.
You have:
- Experience in cyber threat detection and response.
- Strong understanding of security protocols and frameworks.
- Ability to work collaboratively across teams.
- Bachelor's degree in Information Technology or related field.
- Citizenship of one of the 69 ADB member countries.
Join Our Mission to Foster Prosperity in Asia
Are you looking to have a lasting impact on the future of Asia and be a catalyst for positive change? We are thrilled to offer a unique opportunity to become an important part of the prestigious Asian Development Bank (ADB). At ADB, our mission is simple yet powerful: to alleviate poverty and promote sustainable development in the Asia-Pacific region.
Organizational Setting and Reporting Relationship
The position of Associate IT Officer (Technical Security) will be assigned to the Infrastructure and Technology Division (ITID) within the Information Technology Department (ITD).
ITID works to ensure that the bank's production technology systems are operational and available to the people of ADB and monitors the bank's infrastructure and applications for potential security threats and breaches.
You will be based at our Headquarters in Manila, Philippines and will report to the designated Technical International Staff and senior Technical Local Staff.
Your Role
As an Associate IT Officer (Technical Security), you will enhance ADB's security detection and response capabilities by developing, implementing, and improving cyber threat detection mechanisms. You will help understand the evolving threat landscape, identifying opportunities for improvement in existing detections, and establishing new detection protocols to ensure comprehensive coverage.
In the broader context, your role is important for safeguarding ADB's digital infrastructure against cyber threats, thereby ensuring the security and resilience of its operations. You will work with multiple teams, including security operations, incident response, and threat intelligence, to foster a collaborative and agile environment that is responsive to emerging threats.
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Qualifications
Benefits
ADB offers competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package. The salary will be based on ADB's standards and comparator markets, taking into account your qualifications and experience.
About Us
Asian Development Bank (ADB) is an international development finance institution headquartered in Manila, Philippines and is composed of 69 members, 49 of which are from the Asia and Pacific region. ADB is committed to achieving a prosperous, inclusive, resilient, and sustainable Asia and the Pacific, while sustaining its efforts to eradicate extreme poverty. ADB combines finance, knowledge, and partnerships to fulfill its expanded vision under our Strategy 2030.
ADB only hires nationals of its 69 members.
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Potential interview questions
| Can you describe a time when you identified a cybersecurity vulnerability? | The interviewer wants to understand your proactive approach to security. | Detail the situation, the steps you took to identify the vulnerability, and the outcome. |
| How do you stay updated on the latest cybersecurity threats? | Knowledge of current threats is crucial for this role. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| Can you give an example of how you have effectively collaborated with a team on a security project? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| What strategies do you use to improve existing security protocols? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| Describe a challenging incident response scenario you managed. | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |