Regional Officer, Aviation Cybersecurity

Contract

This is a P-4 contract. This kind of contract is known as Professional and Director staff. It is normally internationally recruited only. It's a staff contract. It usually requires 7 years of experience, depending on education.

Salary

The salary for this job should be between 150,373 USD and 193,875 USD.

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Org. Setting and Reporting

The Regional Office is primarily responsible for maintaining continuous liaison with States and Territories to which it is accredited, and with appropriate organizations, regional civil aviation bodies and sub-regional bodies and UN Agencies and Programmes. The Regional Office ensures interregional coordination and promotes the timely and harmonized implementation of ICAO Strategic Objectives, policies and decisions. The Regional Office also provides technical guidance and assists States with implementation of Standards and Recommended Practices (SARPs) and State Aviation Security Improvement Plans (ASIPs). The Aviation Security Policy (ASP) Section of Aviation Security and Facilitation (ASF), Air Transport Bureau (ATB), is responsible for developing new and amended SARPs relating to the security of the international air transport system; developing and updating Annex 17 – Aviation Security; and managing and overseeing the work programme of the Aviation Security Panel (AVSECP), the Cybersecurity Panel (CYSECP), and their working groups. The Section is also mandated to ensure the continued development of aviation security guidance material, including Doc 8973 – Aviation Security Manual, and cybersecurity guidance material; and provide support to the Assembly, the Council, the Ad hoc Cybersecurity Coordination Committee (AHCCC) and the Aviation Security Committee (ASC). The Incumbent reports to the NACC Regional Director through the Deputy Regional Director, who will coordinate with the Chief, ASP Section, ASF, ATB. The incumbent undertakes the Regional Office work programme in cybersecurity implementation matters and guidance for ICAO SARPs compliance by States. It is expected that the incumbent works independently, consulting and collaborating with other NACC and SAM Regional Officers. For related functions 1 and 2, the incumbent works under the direction of the Chief, Aviation Security Policy Section (ATB/ASF/ASP). It is expected that the incumbent will consult and collaborate with other ASP staff, and in particular with the Aviation Cybersecurity Officer and with other staff of different ICAO Bureaux, as necessary.

Responsibilities

Function 1 (incl. Expected results) Supports the development of ICAO policies and guidance on aviation cybersecurity, achieving results such as: • Contribute to the development of policy documents and guidance material on topics related to aviation cybersecurity; • Collaborate with Secretariat entities across the Organization on various aviation cybersecurity matters; • Conduct necessary research as required to support the preparation of an array of reports, papers and other documents; and • Provide expert advice on aviation cybersecurity. Function 2 (incl. Expected results) Contributes to the ICAO aviation cybersecurity work programme, achieving results such as: • Contribute to documents required for meetings of the Assembly, the Council, the Cybersecurity Panel and its working groups, and other expert groups of the Organization in timely fashion; • Support the continuous promotion of the Aviation Cybersecurity Strategy and the Cybersecurity Action Plan; • Monitor States’ implementation of the Aviation Cybersecurity Strategy; • Support the monitoring and implementation of relevant tasks in the Cybersecurity Action Plan; and • Support the development of outreach strategies, promotional and training material to expand global awareness on aviation cybersecurity. Function 3 (incl. Expected results) Supports ICAO Member States in the NACC and SAM regions in their endeavours to implement ICAO aviation cybersecurity, achieving results such as: • Provide continual follow-up and close coordination with States and Territories in the NACC and SAM regions with regard to actions required to achieve compliance with aviation cybersecurity related SARPs; • Provide assistance to States and Territories under the ICAO NACC Strategic Assistance Programme (SAP) implementation and other related programmes in the SAM region; • Provide continual follow-up and close coordination with States, Territories, and the aviation community in the two regions regarding actions required for achieving effective implementation of aviation cybersecurity; • Develop and provide needs assessments, technical guidance and advice to States and Territories, and follow up related to State letters and other actions concerning aviation cybersecurity; • Develop, support and/or deliver seminars, workshops, and other actions aimed at fostering ICAO cybersecurity implementation, develop capacity or address specific challenges on aviation cybersecurity directly or in partnership with other States and/or aviation related partners; and • Carry out on-going communication and interaction with States, Territories, and the aviation community on ICAO aviation cybersecurity developments. Function 4 (incl. Expected results) Performs other related duties, as assigned.

Competencies

Professionalism: Demonstrates sound knowledge of encryption, digital certificates and signature mechanisms; has considerable knowledge of aircraft systems and/or aircraft software supply chain. Displays knowledge of policies and guidance related to cybersecurity in the aviation context. Ability to demonstrate knowledge of ICAO’s role and activities in the field of aviation security as well as the role of other international organizations involved in aviation security activities. 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. 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. Planning and Organizing: Develops clear goals that are consistent with agreed strategies; identifies priority activities and assignments; adjusts priorities as required; allocates appropriate amount of time and resources for completing work; foresees risks and allows for contingencies when planning; monitors and adjusts plans and actions as necessary; uses time efficiently. Accountability: Takes ownership of all responsibilities and honours commitments; delivers outputs for which one has responsibility within prescribed time, cost and quality standards; operates in compliance with organizational regulations and rules; supports subordinates, provides oversight and takes responsibility for delegated assignments; takes personal responsibility for his/her own shortcomings and those of the work unit, where applicable. Technological Awareness: Keeps abreast of available technology; understands applicability and limitations of technology to the work of the office; actively seeks to apply technology to appropriate tasks; shows willingness to learn new technology. Judgement/Decision-making: Identifies the key issues in a complex situation, and comes to the heart of the problem quickly; gathers relevant information before making a decision; considers positive and negative impacts of decisions prior to making them; takes decisions with an eye to the impact on others and on the Organization; proposes a course of action or makes a recommendation based on all available information; checks assumptions against facts; determines that the actions proposed will satisfy the expressed and underlying needs for the decision; makes tough decisions when necessary.

Education

A first-level university degree in a field related to aviation, engineering, cybersecurity, computer science, or in a related field is required.

Job - Specific Qualification

Not available.

Work Experience

• A minimum of ten (10) years of experience in the development of policies and guidance related to cybersecurity, preferably in the aviation context, such as in a civil aviation administration or regulatory body, international organization or aviation industry is required. • Experience in communicating technical complex information to a wide range of audiences is required. • Experience with organizing and managing international meetings, including conferences, symposia and workshops is required. • Experience in Project Management with appropriate certification combined with experience and certification in information technology infrastructure library (e.g. PRINCE2 certification and ITIL Foundation certification) is desirable. • Experience with implementing international standards, such as ISO 27000/32000 families standards is desirable. • Experience in aviation safety and aviation security regulatory frameworks, including State Safety Programmes and National Civil Aviation Security Programmes is desirable.

Languages

• Fluent reading, writing and speaking abilities in English is required. • A working knowledge of Spanish is desirable. • A working knowledge of any other language of the Organization (Arabic, Chinese, French, Russian) is desirable.

Assessment

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

Special Notice

The ICAO Assembly recently reaffirmed its commitment to enhancing gender equality and the advancement of women by supporting UN Sustainable Development Goal 5 “Achieve gender equality and empower all women and girls.” Female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply for ICAO positions, especially in the Professional and higher level categories. It should be noted that this post is to be filled on a fixed-term basis for an initial period of 3 years (first year is probationary for an external candidate). ICAO staff members are international civil servants subject to the authority of the Secretary General and may be assigned to any activities or offices of the Organization, in accordance with the provisions of the ICAO service code (Staff Regulations). ICAO staff members are expected to conduct themselves in a manner befitting their status as international civil servants. In this connection, ICAO has incorporated the 2013 Standards of Conduct for the International Civil Service into the ICAO Personnel Instructions. ICAO offers an attractive benefit package to its employees in accordance with the policies of the International Civil Service Commission (ICSC). The statutory retirement age for staff entering or re-entering service after 1 January 2014 is 65. For external applicants, only those who are expected to complete a term of appointment will normally be considered. Remuneration: Level P-4 Rate Net Base Salary per annum + Post Adjustment (net) per annum() USD $77,326 + USD $44,540 () Post Adjustment is subject to change.

United Nations Considerations

In accordance with ICAO Staff Regulations, the paramount consideration in the employment of the staff is the necessity of securing the highest standards of efficiency, competence, and integrity. Due regard shall be paid to the importance of recruiting staff on as wide a geographical basis as possible and ensuring equal gender representation. Subject to the foregoing, selection of staff members shall be made without distinction as to race, sex or religion, nor shall there be any discrimination on account of any disability of a candidate who meets the qualifications required to perform the tasks. Unless otherwise permitted under the ICAO Staff Regulations, appointment and promotion of staff members shall be made on a competitive basis. Candidates will not be considered for employment with ICAO 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. 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 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 in Inspira will be removed at 11:59 p.m. (New York time) on the deadline date.

No Fee

ICAO does NOT charge any fees or request money from candidates at any stage of the recruitment process, nor does it concern itself with bank account details of applicants. Requests of this nature allegedly made on behalf of ICAO are fraudulent and should be disregarded.