IT Assistant (Physical Security Systems Specialist)
Support security systems and ICT infrastructure
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Overview
Support security systems and ICT infrastructure
You have:
- A High School Diploma with specialization in Electronics or related area is required.
- A minimum of 5 years of professional work experience in building and maintaining integrated physical security technologies such as electronic access control, video surveillance, motion sensors, intruder detection/alarms, chip-based pass and ID technologies is required.
- Fluency in English is required.
- Knowledge of Arabic is desirable.
Contract
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Result of Service
The IT Assistant (Physical Security Systems Specialist) is expected to achieve the following goals: - Physical access control door readers, video surveillance cameras, PIDS sensors mounted and connected; - ICT Infrastructure equipment including LAN switches, servers, wireless access points mounted and connected; - Structured LAN Cabling, wiring closets, fiber enclosures, patch panels, and racks installed; - Technical documentation for assigned tasks/activities.
Work Location
UN-House ESCWA
Expected duration
6 Months
Duties and Responsibilities
Background: ICT plays an integral role in the operation of United Nations Economic and Social Commission for Western Asia (ESCWA). It is one of the fundamental infrastructure components that support the substantive work of the regional commission. This position is located in the Information and Communications Technology Section (ICTS) of ESCWA. ICTS has implemented a range of physical security systems to address the principal requirements of safety and security operations and to support and enhance the processes United Nations Department of Safety and Security (UNDSS) undertakes. Ensuring that a robust and fault-tolerant physical security system infrastructure is in place to continue or restart security operations in the event of a natural or man-made disaster or disruption has become a necessary and permanent consideration. In this context, the Physical Security Systems Specialist will assist ESCWA and UNDSS to protect the UN House from threats by using various technologies and methodologies. The incumbent will collaborate with other ICT and Safety and Security team members to contribute to the overall ICT physical security strategy and implementation. Duties and Responsibilities: Under the overall guidance of the Chief, ICTS, and the direct supervision by the Head of Cloud, Infrastructure and Cybersecurity Unit, the IT Assistant (Physical Security Systems Specialist) will perform the following tasks: - Assist in installation, troubleshooting, repair, and configuration of Access Control System, Video Surveillance System, Perimeter Intrusion Detection System, and other various security related systems; - Assist in installation, troubleshooting, and configuration of ICT infrastructure equipment including network switches, wireless access points, cabling, patch panels, racks etc.; - Coordinate installation, maintenance, and troubleshooting of structured cabling and associated equipment that support voice and data network; - Coordinate installation of equipment such as raceways, trunks, and conduit; - Assist in routine inspections, testing and maintenance of ICT infrastructure equipment; - Assist Network Engineers, System Administrators and Helpdesk when necessary; - Assist in creation and maintenance of network and datacenter diagrams and detailed site documentation.
Qualifications/special skills
A High School Diploma with specialization in Electronics or related area is required. All candidates must submit a copy of the required educational degree. Incomplete applications will not be reviewed. A minimum of 5 years of professional work experience in building and maintaining integrated physical security technologies such as electronic access control, video surveillance, motion sensors, intruder detection/alarms, chip-based pass and ID technologies is required.
Languages
English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat; and Arabic is a working language of ESCWA. For this position, fluency in English is required and knowledge of Arabic is desirable. Note: “Fluency” equals a rating of ‘fluent’ in all four areas (speak, read, write, and understand) and “Knowledge of” equals a rating of ‘confident’ in two of the four areas.
Additional Information
Recruitment for this position is on a local basis. The incumbent is required to have the legal right to live and work in the specified working location.
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.
Potential interview questions
| Can you describe your experience with installing physical security systems? | This question assesses your hands-on knowledge and practical experience in installing systems relevant to the position. | Talk about specific systems you have installed, challenges faced, and how you overcame them. |
| How do you ensure the security of ICT infrastructure during maintenance tasks? | This question evaluates your understanding of security practices during routine operations. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| What steps do you take when troubleshooting an ICT security system? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| Have you ever worked in a team to implement a security solution? What was your role? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| How would you document the installation and configuration of new security systems? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
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