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World Bank Group

Senior IT Officer

World Bank Group, Washington, District of Columbia, us, 20022


Senior IT Officer Job #:

req30524 Organization:

World Bank Sector:

Information Technology Grade:

GG Term Duration:

2 years 0 months Recruitment Type:

Local Recruitment Location:

Washington, DC, United States Required Language(s):

English Closing Date:

12/16/2024 (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. ITS Vice Presidency Context: The Information and Technology Solutions (ITS) Vice Presidential Unit (VPU) enables the World Bank Group to achieve its mission by delivering transformative information and technologies to its staff working in over 150+ locations. Build a Career That Matters Join the World Bank Group as a Platform Security Lead and use your expertise to help us solve the world's most pressing development challenges through innovative technology. We offer comprehensive benefits and foster an inclusive, diverse workplace that values work-life balance. Make a Difference The World Bank’s mission is to end extreme poverty and boost shared prosperity on a livable planet, focusing on sustainable development and promoting inclusive economic growth. Position:

Security Lead, Continuous Improvement Unit:

Digital Workplace Solutions (ITSDS) Our team delivers productivity and collaboration solutions to over 30,000 users, including M365, Power Platform, and AI-driven tools like Copilot. Role Overview As our Platform Security Lead, you will enhance security across critical systems, collaborating with diverse teams to design and implement secure solutions for a global, mission-driven organization. Key Responsibilities Lead security reviews and threat modeling throughout solution lifecycles Drive continuous security improvements for critical applications and platforms Design and implement secure architectures for Microsoft 365 (Teams, Exchange, Purview, Priva) Develop and manage security awareness programs and incident response plans Establish metrics to monitor and improve security performance Selection Criteria Master’s degree in IT/Computer Science with 8+ years of experience, or equivalent combination of education and experience. Deep expertise in Microsoft 365 security architecture and Power Platform Strong background in Azure/cloud security, modern authentication, and security frameworks (NIST, ISO 27001) Experience in solution architecture and secure software development Program management skills with proven stakeholder engagement Technical Skills Proficiency with Microsoft security tools (M365 Defender, Purview, DLP, Conditional Access) Knowledge of identity and access management (IAM), data protection, and classification Strong risk assessment and threat modeling abilities Personal Qualities Analytical and creative problem-solver Strong communicator with effective collaboration skills Leadership ability to influence security practices across teams Client-focused and committed to continuous learning World Bank Group Core Competencies 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 employer and do not discriminate based on gender, gender identity, religion, race, ethnicity, sexual orientation, or disability.

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