▷ Urgent: Senior It Assistant, Security, Risk And Compliance

Senior IT Assistant Security Risk and Compliance Job req34241 Organization World Bank Sector Information Technology Grade GD Term Duration 3 years 0 months Recruitment Type Local Recruitment Location Chennai India Required Language s English Preferred Language s Closing Date 9 18 2025 MM DD YYYY at 11 59pm UTC Description Do you want to build a career that is truly worthwhile Working at the World Bank Group provides a unique opportunity for you to help our clients solve their greatest development challenges The World Bank Group is one of the largest sources of funding and knowledge for developing countries a unique global partnership of five institutions dedicated to ending extreme poverty increasing shared prosperity and promoting sustainable development With 189 member countries and more than 130 offices worldwide we work with public and private sector partners investing in groundbreaking projects and using data research and technology to develop solutions to the most urgent global challenges For more information visit www worldbank org ITS Vice Presidency Context The Information and Technology Solutions ITS Vice Presidential Unit VPU enables the World Bank Group to achieve its mission of ending extreme poverty and boost shared prosperity on a livable planet by delivering transformative information and technologies to its staff working in over 150 locations For more information on ITS see this video https www youtube com watch reload 9 v VTFGffa1Y7w Vice Presidency Context Information and Technology Solutions ITS enables the WBG to achieve its mission of ending extreme poverty by 2030 and boosting shared prosperity in a sustainable manner by delivering transformative information and technologies to its staff working in over 130 client countries ITS services range from establishing the infrastructure to reach and connect staff and development stakeholders providing the devices and agile technology and information applications to facilitate the science of delivery through decentralized services creating and maintaining tools to integrate information across the World Bank Group the clients we serve and the countries where we operate and delivering the computing power staff need to analyze development challenges and identify solutions The ITS business model combines dedicated business solutions centers that provide services tailored to specific World Bank Group business needs and shared services that provide infrastructure applications and platforms for the entire Group ITS is one of three VPUs that have been brought together as the World Bank Group Integrated Services WBGIS to provide enhanced corporate core services and enable the institution to operate as one strategic and coordinated entity Unit Context The ITS Information Security and Risk Management ITSSR unit headed by the Chief Information Security Officer CISO is responsible for providing leadership in managing the functions and activities of information security and risk across the World Bank Group enabling the achievement of WBG s business objectives ITSSR enables and facilitates a risk aware culture ensures that WBG information assets are protected in an effective efficient and balanced manner and IT security and risk management efforts throughout the World Bank Group are coordinated and aligned to the Bank s business and IT strategy ITSSR establishes and maintains the World Bank Group s IT and InfoSec policies and standards develops and engineers the WBG s information security plans and solutions responds to security incidents and ensures that the information risks are identified assessed and managed in consistent with the overall risk management approach and with the established appetite and tolerance ITSSR consists of three main units 1 ITS Risk Management Compliance and Policy 2 ITS Information Security Engineering and Operations ITSIS and 3 Program Management Office PMO Note If the selected candidate is a current Bank Group staff member with a Regular or Open-Ended appointment s he will retain his her Regular or Open-Ended appointment All others will be offered a 3 year term appointment Duties and Accountabilities ITSIS is seeking to fill the position of Senior IT Assistant Security Risk and Compliance The successful candidate will partner with other security professionals to develop AI applications and automation playbooks supporting security operations team Note If the selected candidate is a current Bank Group staff member with a Regular or Open-Ended appointment s he will retain his her Regular or Open-Ended appointment All others will be offered a 3 year term appointment Scope of Work Plan and execute the implementation of threat management solutions using a data driven and Agile approach Continuously identify and implement necessary tools and infrastructure to support and enhance the threat management program Develop scripts tools and methodologies to strengthen security operation Develop and build applications and APIs using Python Power Platform SharePoint Online and Data Modeling capabilities using Dataverse following Agile principles Employ Python for backend and use technologies like HTML CSS JavaScript for front-end to build scalable web applications Ensure seamless integration and user experience Design and manage Azure cloud infrastructure focusing on deploying scalable applications and services Optimize cloud resources for security performance and cost Utilize OpenAI s GPT models via Azure including fine-tuning deploying and scaling Integrate AI ML models using OpenAI and other AI frameworks into applications Apply machine learning algorithms to enhance application intelligence and functionality Create RESTful APIs with Python and integrate third-party APIs Ensure the APIs are secure efficient and scalable Design implement and manage SQL and NoSQL databases Focus on data integrity performance optimization and security Build and maintain applications using Power platform automate using power automate perform data modeling using Dataverse build dashboards and reports using Power BI Implement security best practices and protocols to protect data and comply with regulations Use tools and methodologies to secure applications and data Maintain code quality with reviews testing and documentation Use version control e g Git and document development processes for maintainability Keep up to date with the latest in software development cloud technologies and AI Innovate and apply new technologies to improve application performance and user experience Continuously research explore and document newly onboarded enterprise technologies and data sources to identify new artifacts and analytical methodologies that can be leveraged to detect cyber threats Leverage operational results to identify communicate and mitigate identified threats as well as implement knowledge sharing across various teams Identify process and resiliency improvement areas propose changes Bring an applied understanding of relevant and emerging technologies begin to identify opportunities to provide input to the team and coach others and embed learning and innovation in the day-to-day Perform other duties as assigned Selection Criteria Bachelor s degree in computer science information technology systems engineering or a related field Direct experience working with large datasets and log analysis tools including but not limited to SIEM EDR Python PowerShell etc Demonstrable knowledge of large enterprise environments network protocols network devices operating systems Windows macOS Linux etc and cloud environments Experience using Splunk s Search Processing Language SPL and Microsoft s Kusto Query Language KQL Familiarity with common enterprise scripting languages PowerShell Python Bash etc Demonstrated knowledge of cloud platforms with a specific focus on Microsoft Azure including Azure WebApp Azure functions Azure OpenAI APIM Azure SQL Database and Azure Blob Storage Deep understanding in using any of the DevOps tool such as Azure DevOps Experience with Azure s OpenAI technologies and familiarity with machine learning frameworks indicating the ability to integrate AI capabilities into applications Proficient in front-end technologies including HTML CSS JavaScript and frameworks like React or Angular showcasing the ability to work on full-stack projects Database Management Experience in designing implementing and managing both SQL and NoSQL databases ensuring data integrity security and performance optimization Proven ability to develop and manage RESTful APIs along with integrating third-party APIs demonstrating expertise in creating scalable and maintainable service interfaces Experience in understanding and analyzing various log formats from various sources Familiarity with industry-standard processes defined for systems design database design development testing and integration phases of a project including Agile-based implementations Experience working in Agile environments participating in Agile ceremonies and utilizing Agile methodologies for security operations and threat hunting Ability to work well under pressure and meet tight deadlines Demonstrate a high level of motivation confidence integrity and responsibility Ability to be organized responsive and to be able to effectively multi-task with a focus on driving results Demonstrate excellent interpersonal skills including the ability to work in dependently effectively in a team task force as a team member Leverage diverse ideas experiences thoughts and perspectives to the benefit of the organization Ability to learn new skills and knowledge on an on-going basis through self-initiative and tackling challenges Excellent problem solving communication and collaboration skills Preferred Skillsets Requirements GIAC Certified Intrusion Analyst GCIA or GIAC Certified Incident Handler GCIH Competencies Client Understanding and Advising - Looks at issues from the client s perspective and takes action beyond normal expectations to ensure client satisfaction Learning Orientation - Stays abreast of new trends and developments in own specialty area the broader industry and exposes self to increasingly more challenging projects and opportunities to learn Broad Business Thinking - Maintains an in-depth understanding of the long term implications of decisions both for department and the client s business Ensures that decisions are supported by relevant stakeholders as well as sound performance data Compliance with Standards - Monitors and maintains records on requests for information and assistance Knowledge of Emerging Technology - Tests new technology to evaluate capability compared to specifications The World Bank Group offers comprehensive benefits including a retirement plan medical life and disability insurance and paid leave including parental leave as well as reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities We are proud to be an equal opportunity and inclusive 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