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https://ldn.tbe.taleo.net/ldn01/ats/careers/requisition.jsp?org=BIS&cws=1&rid=736 Senior Cybersecurity Specialist Office location: Basel Department: General Secretariat Unit: Corporate Security Service: Cyber Security Employment - Duration: 3 years Contract type: Fixed-term FTE%: 100% Application Deadline: 24/11/2019 Description We are looking for a Senior Cybersecurity Specialist to join the Cyber Resilience Coordination Centre as part of the Cyber Security team fortifying the Bank’s cyber defence program in the area of incident response and analysis. The ideal candidate is highly skilled in cybersecurity operations and has had considerable exposure to security engineering concepts. In addition to being up to date on the latest technologies, you are a strong team player with exceptional analytical skills, have the ability to perform external outreach activities for the Central Bank community, a flair for complex problem-solving and the ability to communicate in a clear, swift and concise manner. Principal accountabilities: Identify and analyse unauthorised activity (e.g., misuse, malware, intrusion attempts) on monitored networks; recognise potential, successful and unsuccessful intrusion attempts; provide comprehensive incident documentation and review Embed security engineering into IT infrastructure projects and advise on topics such as security services segmentation and encryption/authentication technologies Lead incident response activities for cybersecurity events across all IT Contribute to the development of advanced cybersecurity analytics Contribute to external outreach activities such as cyber range exercises, applying cyber resilience frameworks, and incident response training Conduct cybersecurity risk assessments, advising on security measures to protect the Bank’s infrastructures Ensure effective vulnerability management by contributing to the design of and subsequent compliance with security standards and policies Contribute to the implementation of key critical controls and compliance requirements Qualification and work experience: Master’s degree in a relevant discipline At least five years’ work experience in cybersecurity operations, including extensive exposure to security engineering-related concepts Additional certifications such as CISSP, SANS GIAC/GSEC, GPEN, GWAPT, CEH, CISA etc., would be a plus Skills: Lead and/or contribute to technical security projects Credible track record as technical lead and/or project manager Expert in network and communication technologies with a strong understanding of IT infrastructure and application architecture Expert knowledge of cybersecurity incident response activities Good understanding of mobile-related technologies and cloud-based federated access management technologies Demonstrated security engineering skills in application security, encryption and cloud technologies, and secured mobility Familiar with industry-recognized key critical controls (e.g. SANS or equivalent) Good understanding of the landscape of security solution providers Strong analytical capabilities and data analysis skills Good communication and presentation skills with fluency in English Team player but technically autonomous
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https://ldn.tbe.taleo.net/ldn01/ats/careers/requisition.jsp?org=BIS&cws=1&rid=726 2020 Graduate Programme (Cybersecurity and Data Science) Office location: Basel Department: Unit: Service: Employment - Duration: up to 11 months Contract type: Fixed-term FTE%: 100% Application Deadline: 31/10/2019 Description Extended application deadline: Thursday, 31 October 2019 2020 Graduate Programme (Cybersecurity and Data Science) Are you a soon-to-be graduate of a bachelor’s or master’s programme in computer/data science, engineering or a related quantitative field? Do you have an interest in the practical applications of modern security and/or data science technologies? Based in the heart of Europe, our cybersecurity and data science graduate programme offers practical project experience for up to 11 months. You will work on complex business-driven projects and problems designed to stretch your capabilities while using a range of state-of-the-art technologies to find solutions. Depending on your skills and interest, you will be assigned to one of our special projects in the area of cybersecurity or data science: An advanced cyber threat intrusion analysis capability that we are continuously improving with new use cases. Using machine learning models running on our big data platform, we can detect anomalous events in large volumes of disparate data (log) sources that we receive and monitor. The aim is to provide new advanced cyber threat detection approaches to safeguard the integrity of our data and technology platforms. You will work closely with our Security Operations Centre (SOC) team to identify new cyber security monitoring use cases. You will use techniques such as statistical methods, artificial intelligence and machine learning to evaluate network/computer activity trends to uncover anomalous (eg malicious) system activity. A natural language processing system for automatic classification of documents and unstructured data. We will use these tools to automate key business processes and search and manage our universe of digital data. You will be working closely with different IT and business teams and using the latest big data, advanced analytics and natural language processing technologies You will work with top experts from around the world and be part of a stimulating organisational culture characterised by effective collaboration, high-quality output and attention to detail. You will enjoy exposure to ideas and projects beyond your immediate specialty and will play a valuable part in supporting the wider central banking community. Joining us is not just about launching your international career; it is about doing meaningful work for the public good and serving the global community. Programme duration: up to 11 months Programme location: Basel, Switzerland Start date: October 2020 Minimum requirements: Bachelor’s or master’s degree completed between 2018 and 2020 Strong analytical skills Interest in cybersecurity or data science and the application of new technologies relevant for the field Experience in big data analysis on Hadoop, machine learning or artificial intelligence, gained, for example, in the context of the bachelor’s or master’s thesis/project What we offer We offer a unique, highly rewarding, international working environment that gives you exposure to a range of state-of-the-art technologies. And because of our status as an international organisation, we are able to hire globally and welcome applications from candidates of all nationalities. This is your opportunity to work in an international environment alongside colleagues from more than 60 countries. If you are selected, you will receive a contract for up to 11 months (non-renewable). You will receive a competitive salary net of Swiss income tax, health insurance, return travel and accommodation in Basel. Application process To apply, please submit your CV and a cover letter setting out your motivation for joining the programme and specific areas of interest that are relevant to the programme. Please also provide us with the names and email addresses of two referees that we may contact at the appropriate time. The application deadline is 5pm CEST on Thursday, 31 October 2019. Interviews will be conducted in November, with employment offers being extended in December 2019. The BIS is fully committed to equal opportunity employment and strives for diversity among its staff.
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https://ldd.tbe.taleo.net/ldd03/ats/careers/requisition.jsp?org=BIS&cws=1&rid=729 Senior Systems Engineer, Windows Server Office location: Basel Department: General Secretariat Unit: Information Management Services Service: Employment - Duration: 3 years Contract type: Fixed-term FTE%: 100% Application Deadline: 31/10/2019 Description The BIS is looking for a Senior Systems Engineer to join its Windows server service delivery team. As a solution-oriented standout colleague, you will support us by managing a wide variety of business-critical applications used across the Bank. Key responsibilities: Your focus will be on maintaining, monitoring and enhancing the core Windows server operating system to ensure a secure, supportable and highly available environment. You will be part of the team managing services including: Windows server deployment, hardening and management within a virtualisation platform; Active Directory and Group Policy; messaging service platforms; and SQL Infrastructure services. You will also be responsible for a small team of contractors. Qualifications, skills and experience: You will have a university degree or equivalent work experience, Microsoft certifications and ITIL qualifications. You will also have at least five years’ experience in a Windows server engineering role. We look forward to meeting candidates who also have in-depth knowledge of System Centre, VMWare, Active Directory infrastructure design and implementation, Group Policy, PowerShell, certificate authorities and Kerberos delegation. In addition, you should have a good understanding of networking principles, segmentation, firewalls and other associated infrastructure. What you can expect in return Simply put, we want your time at the BIS to be a career-enriching and rewarding experience. We offer a genuinely unique international working environment with colleagues from more than 60 countries, which will give you a broad exposure to a range of state-of-the-art technologies and business areas. You will also receive a competitive compensation package net of tax, including health insurance, and comprehensive support to help you relocate smoothly. And because of our status as an international organisation, we are able to hire globally and welcome applications from candidates of all nationalities. All new staff members are recruited on a fixed-term basis without expectation either of any contract renewal or conversion. The contract may however be extended or converted to an open-ended one at the end of the term, subject to organisational needs and individual performance. The BIS is fully committed to equal opportunity employment and strives for diversity among its staff.
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https://ldd.tbe.taleo.net/ldd03/ats/careers/requisition.jsp?org=BIS&cws=1&rid=728 Senior Security Specialist, Cloud Adoption Office location: Basel Department: General Secretariat Unit: Corporate Security Service: Employment - Duration: 3 years Contract type: Fixed-term FTE%: 100 Application Deadline: 13/10/2019 Description We are looking for a Senior Security Specialist to join the Bank’s Corporate Security unit. Working as part of a team of eight you will oversee the security governance required for cloud-based technology. You will ensure continuous monitoring of second-line-of-defence controls and conduct threat and IT risk assessments. In addition, you will advise on major IT projects to ensure that all security requirements are met. We would like to meet candidates with a master’s degree in an engineering, computer sciences or quantitative discipline. You will have an in-depth understanding of cloud architecture and the application of security controls to cloud environments, in particular Microsoft Azure. Ideally you will have experience in establishing governance practices for cloud adoption including SaaS, PaaS, and IaaS. You will also be experienced in integrating security practices into DevOps practices with a focus on automation and reusability. In return, we offer a competitive compensation and benefits package (net of tax), including full relocation support and health insurance. And because of our status as an international organisation, we are able to hire globally and welcome applications from candidates of all nationalities. This is your opportunity to work at the centre for central bank cooperation, together with colleagues from more than 60 countries. Application deadline: 13 October 2019 The BIS’s head office is located in Basel, Switzerland, with representative offices in Hong Kong SAR and Mexico City. All new staff members are recruited on a fixed-term basis without expectation either of any contract renewal or conversion. The contract may however be extended or converted to an open-ended one at the end of the term, subject to organisational needs and individual performance. The BIS is fully committed to equal opportunity employment and strives for diversity among its staff.
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https://ldd.tbe.taleo.net/ldd03/ats/careers/requisition.jsp?org=BIS&cws=1&rid=726 2020 Graduate Programme (Cybersecurity and Data Science) Office location: Basel Department: Unit: Service: Employment - Duration: up to 11 months Contract type: Fixed-term FTE%: 100% Application Deadline: 20/10/2019 Description 2020 Graduate Programme (Cybersecurity and Data Science) Are you a soon-to-be graduate of a bachelor’s or master’s programme in computer/data science, engineering or a related quantitative field? Do you have an interest in the practical applications of modern security technologies? Based in the heart of Europe, our cybersecurity and data science graduate programme offers practical project experience for up to 11 months. You will work on complex business-driven projects and problems designed to stretch your capabilities while using a range of state-of-the-art technologies to find solutions. Specifically, we have an advanced cyber-threat intrusion analysis capability that we are continuously improving with new use cases. Using machine-learning models running on our big data platform, we can detect anomalous events in large volumes of disparate data (log) sources that we receive and monitor. The aim is to provide new advanced cyber-threat detection approaches to safeguard the integrity of our data and technology platforms. You will work closely with our Security Operations Centre (SOC) team to identify new cyber security monitoring use cases. You will use techniques such as statistical methods, artificial intelligence, and machine learning to evaluate network/computer activity trends to uncover anomalous (eg malicious) system activity. You will work with top experts from around the world and be part of a stimulating organisational culture characterised by effective collaboration, high-quality output and attention to detail. You will enjoy exposure to ideas and projects beyond your immediate specialty and will play a valuable part in supporting the wider central banking community. Joining us is not just about launching your international career; it is about doing meaningful work for the public good and serving the global community. Programme duration: up to 11 months Programme location: Basel, Switzerland Start date: October 2020 Minimum requirements: Bachelor’s or master’s degree completed between 2018 and 2020 Strong analytical skills Interest in cybersecurity or data science and the application of new technologies relevant for the field Experience in big data analysis on Hadoop, machine learning or artificial intelligence, gained, for example, in the context of the bachelor’s or master’s thesis/project What we offer We offer a unique, highly rewarding, international working environment that gives you exposure to a range of state-of-the-art technologies. And because of our status as an international organisation, we are able to hire globally and welcome applications from candidates of all nationalities. This is your opportunity to work in an international environment alongside colleagues from more than 60 countries. If you are selected, you will receive a contract for up to 11 months (non-renewable). You will receive a competitive salary net of Swiss income tax, health insurance, return travel and accommodation in Basel. Application process To apply, please submit your CV and a cover letter setting out your motivation for joining the programme and specific areas of interest that are relevant to the programme. Please also provide us with the names and email addresses of two referees that we may contact at the appropriate time. The application deadline is 5pm CEST on Sunday, 20 October 2019. Interviews will be conducted in November, with employment offers being extended in December 2019. The BIS is fully committed to equal opportunity employment and strives for diversity among its staff.
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https://ldd.tbe.taleo.net/ldd03/ats/careers/requisition.jsp?org=BIS&cws=1&rid=712 Senior IT Audit Manager Office location: Basel Department: Internal Audit Unit: Service: Employment - Duration: 3 years Contract type: Fixed-term FTE%: 100% Application Deadline: 25/08/2019 Description The Bank for International Settlements (BIS) is an international organisation promoting global monetary and financial stability and is a bank for central banks. The BIS’s head office is located in Basel, Switzerland, with representative offices in Hong Kong SAR and Mexico City. We are able to recruit globally, regardless of nationality, and offer competitive employment packages. We are looking for a Senior Audit Manager specialising in IT systems, to join our Internal Audit team of 8 based in Basel, Switzerland. The ideal candidate is a highly competent auditor with several years of experience in IT systems and business processes in a financial institution. Additionally, s/he demonstrates outstanding relationship management skills with the ability to work as both a generalist and a specialist across the business. Key Responsibilities: Perform audits in line with the annual audit plan or in response to ad hoc requests from Management. Evaluate internal controls, risk management and governance processes. Analyse and assess Information Technology risks and evaluate the effectiveness of controls to address those risks. Make audit recommendations as warranted and provide value-added solutions. Act as a lead auditor or support integrated audits as a subject matter expert. Prepare audit reports and present findings to senior management. Follow-up on remediation of control weaknesses. Manage relationships with key stakeholders. Provide support to the other auditors during the regular audits. Qualifications, Skills and Experience: University degree, preferably with an Information Technology focus. An industry-recognised security certification would be beneficial (e.g. CISSP, CRISC or CISA). A minimum experience of seven years in auditing and/or mitigating operational and security risks in information systems, with a strong financial sector background. Understanding of standard foreign exchange and fixed income financial products and related business workflows, risks and controls. Experienced with auditing trading platforms and trade processing systems. Coding experience and advanced data analysis is strongly desired Proven track-record in clearly and effectively communicating IT operation and security risks to the business Excellent analytical and critical thinking skills. Strong interpersonal skills. Self-motivated. Independent and objective in judgment. Comfortable to challenge and to be challenged, whilst maintaining the highest level of professionalism. Very good team player with multicultural sensitivity. Excellent oral and written English; another major world language a plus. Strong sense of personal integrity and ethics All new staff members are recruited on a fixed-term basis without expectation either of any contract renewal or conversion. The contract may however be extended or converted to an open-ended one at the end of the term, subject to organisational needs and individual performance. The BIS is fully committed to equal opportunity employment and strives for diversity among its staff.
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https://ldd.tbe.taleo.net/ldd03/ats/careers/requisition.jsp?org=BIS&cws=1&rid=706 Head of Information Technology Office location: Basel Department: General Secretariat Unit: Information Management Services Service: Employment - Duration: 5 years Contract type: Fixed-term FTE%: 100% Application Deadline: 11/08/2019 Description Purpose of the job: Drive technological innovation and transformation across the Bank through leadership of the central IT function (IT infrastructure, corporate platforms, IT for corporate services, cloud governance and administration) while maintaining resilience of IT operations as well as strong governance and risk management processes. Lead and coordinate the development of a Bank-wide IT strategy that supports the BIS in achieving its strategic goals. Ensure the successful implementation of the Bank’s technological roadmap further developing the BIS IT capabilities and operational resilience. Oversee IT architecture framework to ensure continued alignment of technological development with business goals and support of cost-effective innovation and growth. Manage the Bank’s IT budget according to defined strategy and priorities. Principal accountabilities: 1. IT strategy and technological innovation Lead and coordinate the development of an IT strategy that supports the strategic business objectives of the BIS and fosters digital innovation for approval by the Bank’s Executive Committee. Ensure the successful implementation of the IT strategy through management of the central IT function and coordination of IT investments in decentralised business IT functions. Oversee IT architecture framework that ensures continued alignment of technological development with business goals and supports cost-effective innovation and growth. Spearhead technology innovation in the Bank while ensuring resilience of operations and security by design. Chair the Bank’s IT Management Group and own the IT architecture definition process. 2. Central IT services Lead the delivery of centralised IT infrastructure, platform and corporate application services. Assess, acquire, and integrate vendor technology solutions that are the most appropriate to support the Bank’s business. Develop and maintain strategic partnerships with key suppliers / vendors. Ensure reliability of IT operations and monitor performance through KPIs and KRIs. Ensure the development of a roadmap for centralised IT services informed by forward-looking demand management. Provide leadership and strategic direction to the central IT function (IMS), including coaching and developing staff, as well as establishing and maintaining quality standards for operational output. Work closely with line managers to ensure the provision of high-quality services, by identifying best practices, setting priorities, allocating resources and ensuring their efficient use. Ensure the right skill mix in IT exists for current and future developments. Develop and maintain a succession and continuity plan for identified critical IT positions. 3. Risk management and operational resilience Ensure governance and assurance of IT risks both within the unit and as a second line of defence for other units. Ensure resilience of IT operations in particular in terms of business continuity, cyber security and external dependencies. Advise the Bank’s senior management on the overall governance of IT. 4. External relationships Provide an effective Secretariat for the Group of Computer Experts and its subgroups. Actively participate in meetings of various committees and expert groups of the central banks. Build strong technology vendor partnerships and manage multiple vendor relationships to ensure overall performance objectives are met. Qualification and experience required: MA/MSc/PhD in computer science or another relevant discipline At least 10 years of experience in senior, visible IT leadership positions, ideally within the financial services sector Proven record of achievement in IT strategy execution and its translation into resilient operations Broad and deep experience of issues relating to risk management and the related governance standards Skills: Strong leadership skills with a results orientation Innovative and able to articulate a strategic vision Proven business management skills and ability to drive and manage change Excellent analytical problem solving skills and structured thinking Strong relationship management, collaboration and influencing skills Strong interpersonal skills and ability to communicate at all levels of the institution, including with Management / Board level. Excellent oral and drafting skills in English Personal initiative, high personal energy level and drive, multicultural sensitivity, and gravitas Excellent understanding of the latest IT developments and trends and commitment to ongoing acquisition of knowledge Excellent programme and project management skills
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https://ldd.tbe.taleo.net/ldd03/ats/careers/requisition.jsp?org=BIS&cws=1&rid=701 Senior Systems Engineer, Windows Server Office location: Basel Department: General Secretariat Unit: Information Management Services Service: Employment - Duration: 3 years Contract type: Fixed-term FTE%: 100% Application Deadline: 04/08/2019 Description The BIS is looking for a Senior Systems Engineer to join its Windows server service delivery team. As a solution-oriented standout colleague, you will support us by managing a wide variety of business-critical applications used across the Bank. Key responsibilities: Your focus will be on maintaining, monitoring and enhancing the core Windows server operating system to ensure a secure, supportable and highly available environment. You will be part of the team managing services including: Windows server deployment, hardening and management within a virtualisation platform; Active Directory and Group Policy; messaging service platforms; and SQL Infrastructure services. You will also be responsible for a small team of contractors. Qualifications, skills and experience: You will have a university degree or equivalent work experience, Microsoft certifications and ITIL qualifications. You will also have at least five years’ experience in a Windows server engineering role. We look forward to meeting candidates who also have in-depth knowledge of System Centre, VMWare, Active Directory infrastructure design and implementation, Group Policy, PowerShell, certificate authorities and Kerberos delegation. In addition, you should have a good understanding of networking principles, segmentation, firewalls and other associated infrastructure. What you can expect in return Simply put, we want your time at the BIS to be a career-enriching and rewarding experience. We offer a genuinely unique international working environment with colleagues from more than 60 countries, which will give you a broad exposure to a range of state-of-the-art technologies and business areas. You will also receive a competitive compensation package net of tax, including health insurance, and comprehensive support to help you relocate smoothly. And because of our status as an international organisation, we are able to hire globally and welcome applications from candidates of all nationalities. All new staff members are recruited on a fixed-term basis without expectation either of any contract renewal or conversion. The contract may however be extended or converted to an open-ended one at the end of the term, subject to organisational needs and individual performance. The BIS is fully committed to equal opportunity employment and strives for diversity among its staff.
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https://ldd.tbe.taleo.net/ldd03/ats/careers/requisition.jsp?org=BIS&cws=1&rid=702 Senior Network Engineer (Palo Alto) Office location: Basel Department: General Secretariat Unit: Information Management Services Service: Employment - Duration: 3 years Contract type: Fixed-term FTE%: 100% Application Deadline: 04/08/2019 Description The BIS is looking for a Senior Network Engineer to join the team responsible for the design, implementation and secure operation of the Bank’s network infrastructure. As a solution-oriented standout colleague, you ensure the support and maintenance of business-critical networks through both service provider management and third-level support as required. You have a sound understanding of the technical interdependencies across different IT environments and are a strong communicator who approaches each challenge with a business focus. Key responsibilities: Implementation and maintenance of the networking infrastructure technologies, ensuring optimal secure environment availability and resilience Management of service providers with an emphasis on efficiency and quality Business-oriented customer relationship management with a focus on high quality of service Willingness to work outside normal working hours during service windows and to provide on-call cover for evenings and weekends Qualifications, skills and experience: University degree or equivalent work experience In depth knowledge of the following products including migrations/implementations/operations: Palo Alto firewalls F5 LTM and APM Cisco – (Catalyst, Nexus, ISE) Experience in network design, support, implementation and management, switching, routing and cabling (including fibre) infrastructure Experience in monitoring e.g. Cisco Prime, Nagios, Cacti Experience in developing and implementing zone concepts leveraging service defined networking tools like NSX/ACI Experience with Cloud technologies e.g. MS Azure Consistent track record in provision of third-level support and design input in an enterprise environment IT project management experience Creative, customer-oriented problem-solving approach Excellent communication, presentation and team-working skills Excellent command of English All new staff members are recruited on a fixed-term basis without expectation either of any contract renewal or conversion. The contract may however be extended or converted to an open-ended one at the end of the term, subject to organisational needs and individual performance. The BIS is fully committed to equal opportunity employment and strives for diversity among its staff.
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https://ldd.tbe.taleo.net/ldd03/ats/careers/requisition.jsp?org=BIS&cws=1&rid=692 Cybersecurity Analyst / Researcher (DevOps) Office location: Basel Department: General Secretariat Unit: Corporate Security Service: Security Engineering and Architecture Employment - Duration: 3 years Contract type: Fixed-term FTE%: 100% Application Deadline: 30/06/2019 Description Purpose of the job: Working as part of a highly skilled cybersecurity team, you will assist in both developing and implementing new approaches to cyber security that enable the BIS to explore and leverage the benefits of cloud technology. You will ensure security by design through implementation of modern security technologies across the enterprise. Specifically, you will support software developers by integrating security practices into the Software Development Lifecycle, provide advice and guidance on the implementation of controls for cloud based applications and services, and leverage the latest next-generation cyber security technologies to support the Bank’s security operations. Your qualification and work experience: We look forward to meeting candidates with security development skills and experience with scripting and rule development in: Python, Bash, SQL Query Language, SNORT, PowerShell. Candidates should have a strong understanding of cloud security and technologies such as Next Generation Firewalls, Security Automation, and threat intelligence aggregation. Master degree or equivalent experience in an engineering, computer sciences or quantitative discipline Experience as an application architect, system developer or system engineer Exposure to security engineering related concepts Track record of on-going technical education and/or professional expertise development in the areas of IT and security Technical skills: Security Development skills including demonstrated experience in automating security tasks through vendor provided APIs An understanding of cloud architecture and application of security controls to cloud environments Some experience in leveraging cloud solutions to improve security, in particular: Microsoft Azure, Microsoft Office 365, Endpoint Detection and Response Some experience with deploying and operating security technologies An understanding of mobile related technologies, virtualization, and containers An understanding of the landscape of security solution providers Familiar with industry-recognized key critical controls (e.g. SANS or equivalent) Familiar with secure software development tools and procedures including secure code review, third party component management, and static code analysis Behavioural skills: Strong analytical capabilities and data-analysis skills Good communication skills both with technical experts and senior management Team player What you can expect in return Simply put, we want your time at the BIS to be a career-enriching experience. We offer a genuinely unique international working environment with colleagues from more than 60 countries, which will give you a broad exposure to a number of business areas and expert networks. You will also receive a competitive compensation package net of tax, including health insurance, and comprehensive support to help you relocate smoothly. The BIS is fully committed to equal opportunity employment and strives for diversity among its staff
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https://ldd.tbe.taleo.net/ldd03/ats/careers/requisition.jsp?org=BIS&cws=1&rid=691 Senior Cybersecurity Specialist (Cloud and Application Security) Office location: Basel Department: General Secretariat Unit: Corporate Security Service: Security Engineering and Architecture Employment - Duration: 3 years Contract type: Fixed-term FTE%: 100% Application Deadline: 30/06/2019 Description Purpose of the job: Design, implement and contribute to the operations of information and cyber security processes, technology, and capabilities Ensure security by design by providing security engineering and architecture services to IT functions in the scope of projects Provide security expertise and support the increased adoption of cloud technologies through implementation of modern security capabilities Provide advice and guidance to business units on implementation of controls for cloud based applications and services Support software developers by integrating security practices into the Software Development Lifecycle Principal accountabilities: Provide internal management, expert advice and operational experience on information security risk and control matters throughout the organisation. This includes: Security Engineering Design, Deploy and Operate the Bank’s Cyber Security technologies in direct support of the Security Operations Centre (SOC). This includes a wide spectrum of security technologies including IDS/IPS, SIEM, Vulnerability Management, Identity Governance, Privilege Access Management, and SOAR. Security Architecture Support the Bank’s IT and Enterprise Architects in planning and evaluating fundamental changes to the Bank’s core IT infrastructure, ensuring that security is baked in from day one. Security Development Extending the functionality and capabilities of security solutions through specialized and tailored development of rules, scripts, and software solutions to meet operation security requirements. Security Standards and Hardening Advice on the secure configuration of systems, appliances, and applications used by the Bank. Security Projects Lead major IT projects related to the implementation and/or modernization of security capabilities supporting the Bank’s Cyber Defence or Cyber Protection mandates. Your qualification and work experience: Master degree or equivalent experience in an engineering, computer sciences or quantitative discipline Experience as an application architect, senior system developer or senior system engineer Exposure to security engineering related concepts Track record of on-going technical education and/or professional expertise development in the areas of IT and security Credible track record as technical lead and/or project manager Technical skills: Security Development skills including demonstrated experience in automating security tasks through vendor provided APIs Experience with Scripting and Rule Development preferably in: Python, Bash, Regular Expression Development, SQL Query Language, SNORT, PowerShell Strong Understanding of cloud architecture and application of security controls to cloud environments Experience in leveraging cloud solutions to improve security, in particular: Microsoft Azure, Microsoft Office 365, Endpoint Detection and Response Experience with deploying and operating security technologies Good understanding of mobile related technologies, virtualization, and containers Good understanding of the landscape of security solution providers Familiar with industry-recognized key critical controls (e.g. SANS or equivalent) Familiar with secure software development tools and procedures including secure code review, third party component management, and static code analysis Familiar with common application security weaknesses (e.g. OWASP Top 10) Strong analytical capabilities and data-analysis skills Good communication skills both with technical experts and senior management Team player but technically autonomous Certification in security-related disciplines and technologies would be an advantage (accreditation such as CISSP or CISA a plus) What you can expect in return Simply put, we want your time at the BIS to be a career-enriching experience. We offer a genuinely unique international working environment with colleagues from more than 60 countries, which will give you a broad exposure to a number of business areas and expert networks. You will also receive a competitive compensation package net of tax, including health insurance, and comprehensive support to help you relocate smoothly. The BIS is fully committed to equal opportunity employment and strives for diversity among its staff
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https://ldd.tbe.taleo.net/ldd03/ats/careers/requisition.jsp?org=BIS&cws=1&rid=674 Senior Business Analyst, Financial Messaging Office location: Basel Department: Banking Unit: Banking IT Service: Employment - Duration: 3 years Contract type: Fixed-term FTE%: 100% Application Deadline: 02/06/2019 Description Your contribution to our mission In our role as a bank for central banks, we manage reserves for a relatively small number of customer central banks and international financial institutions. The tools and systems we develop must meet their highly specific requirements and are often vitally important to their needs. Our technological solutions support our customers’ ability to manage their reserves. We are currently undertaking a fundamental, long-term review of our trading, financial messaging and risk management systems, informed and inspired by the vast portfolio of new technologies available nowadays. You’ll be key to that rejuvenation. A hybrid role at the heart of our transformation This is an area with a lot of potential that requires energy and drive. Not just to explore the wide range of possibilities, but to collaborate with different areas of the Bank and strengthen our networks with central banks yourself. We are looking for a Senior Business Analyst in financial messaging to join the Banking IT unit. You have experience in SWIFT messaging and will work as part of a team of five, where you will help manage the system infrastructure and software, including change analysis and user support. Your responsibilities Provide support for the financial messaging systems, including management of technical and business impact of changes Manage confidential information related to cyber security in financial messaging systems and propose solutions to related threats Provide business analysis and user support for the development, configuration and maintenance of tools and applications Implement and customise package applications; develop departmental business applications, interfaces and web-based services Represent the Banking IT department in groups for systems design, integration, standards and change management Your qualifications, experience and skills University degree in information management or a related discipline Experience with SWIFT messaging formats Knowledge of banking business practices (financial instruments, trading platforms, market infrastructures, etc.) and technical infrastructures (IBM MQ, Oracle, Sybase IQ, MS-SQL Server, Tuxedo, Control-M, SAP Business Objects, BizTalk, etc.) Ideally some experience in the management of Bottomline Technologies, with GTSuite products an advantage A hands-on, practical approach, with efficient problem-solving skills Experience with Agile Methodology, Scrum, Kanban Team player with strong interpersonal skills; comfortable engaging with staff at all levels Strong communication skills including excellent written and spoken English The BIS is fully committed to equal opportunity employment and strives for diversity among its staff.
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https://ldd.tbe.taleo.net/ldd03/ats/careers/requisition.jsp?org=BIS&cws=1&rid=662 Senior Network Engineer (Palo Alto and F5) Office location: Basel Department: General Secretariat Unit: Information Management Services Service: Employment - Duration: 3 years Contract type: Fixed-term FTE%: 100% Application Deadline: 30/04/2019 Description The BIS is looking for a Senior Network Engineer to join the team responsible for the design, implementation and secure operation of the Bank’s network infrastructure. As a solution-oriented standout colleague, you ensure the support and maintenance of business-critical networks through both service provider management and third-level support as required. You have a sound understanding of the technical interdependencies across different IT environments and are a strong communicator who approaches each challenge with a business focus. Key responsibilities: Implementation and maintenance of the networking infrastructure technologies, ensuring optimal secure environment availability and resilience Management of service providers with an emphasis on efficiency and quality Business-oriented customer relationship management with a focus on high quality of service Willingness to work outside normal working hours during service windows and to provide on-call cover for evenings and weekends Qualifications, skills and experience: University degree or equivalent work experience In depth knowledge of the following products including migrations/implementations/operations: Palo Alto firewalls F5 LTM and APM Cisco – (Catalyst, Nexus, ISE) Experience in network design, support, implementation and management, switching, routing and cabling (including fibre) infrastructure Experience in monitoring e.g. Cisco Prime, Nagios, Cacti Experience in developing and implementing zone concepts leveraging service defined networking tools like NSX/ACI Experience with Cloud technologies e.g. MS Azure Consistent track record in provision of third-level support and design input in an enterprise environment IT project management experience Creative, customer-oriented problem-solving approach Excellent communication, presentation and team-working skills Excellent command of English The BIS employs staff on both open-ended and fixed-term contracts. However, all new entrants are initially recruited on a fixed-term basis. The BIS is fully committed to equal opportunity employment and strives for diversity among its staff.
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https://ldd.tbe.taleo.net/ldd03/ats/careers/requisition.jsp?org=BIS&cws=1&rid=661 Senior IT Project Manager Office location: Basel Department: General Secretariat Unit: Information Management Services Service: Employment - Duration: 3 years Contract type: Fixed-term FTE%: 100% Application Deadline: 22/04/2019 Description The BIS is embarking on an ambitious multi-year technology transformation programme. We are looking for an experienced senior IT project manager to lead our hybrid cloud and digital collaboration initiatives. Your contribution to our mission Technology is at the heart of the Bank’s business operations. Over the coming years the Bank is seeking to further increase business agility and digital productivity by leveraging hybrid cloud and digital collaboration technologies. You will be instrumental in making this business transformation a success. A collaborative role at the heart of our technology transformation You will be part of a cross-functional IT change team working extensively with technical architects, infrastructure engineers, software developers, external vendors and the Bank’s different business areas. During the multi-year transformation, you will help to develop a technology vision and then work across different implementation areas to turn it into production operations. Your qualifications and experience A relevant university degree, or equivalent professional experience Proven ability to manage complex projects using structured methodologies Experience in project, product or business management roles Excellent communication skills and an ability to communicate effectively with diverse groups of stakeholders at different levels in the organisation Demonstrable skills and experience in relationship management and influencing Ability to deal effectively with external vendors to achieve project deliverables Knowledge and experience of cloud computing transformation in an enterprise environment, including cloud adoption, technical integration and vendor management Knowledge and experience of digital collaboration technologies, including integrated communications, online team collaboration tools, telepresence and mobile computing Broad knowledge and understanding of IT infrastructure and end user computing technologies; knowledge big data analytics and cyber security an advantage Knowledge of financial markets, economics and/or financial statistics an advantage Well organised and flexible Fluent in English (oral and written) All new staff members are recruited on a fixed-term basis without expectation either of any contract renewal or conversion. The contract may however be extended or converted to an open-ended one at the end of the term, subject to organisational needs and individual performance. The BIS is fully committed to equal opportunity employment and strives for diversity among its staff.
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https://ldd.tbe.taleo.net/ldd03/ats/careers/requisition.jsp?org=BIS&cws=1&rid=656 Senior IT Audit Manager Office location: Basel Department: Internal Audit Unit: Service: Employment - Duration: 3 years Contract type: Fixed-term FTE%: 100% Application Deadline: 07/04/2019 Description The Bank for International Settlements is seeking an experienced auditor specialising in IT systems and business processes at a financial institution. Knowledge of foreign exchange and fixed income financial products and related business workflows, risks and controls would also be required. We are an international organisation promoting global monetary and financial stability, and a bank for central banks. You will help further our mission by analysing and assessing IT risks and evaluating the effectiveness of the controls in place to address them. Your contribution to our mission The role requires you to evaluate internal controls, risk management and governance processes. As part of our Internal Audit team, you will make audit recommendations and provide value added solutions to your internal clients. In addition, you will act as lead auditor or support integrated audits as an IT subject matter expert. Your qualifications and experience We look forward to meeting IT auditors with several years of experience in mitigating operational and security risks in information systems, with a strong financial sector background. You will have a university degree, and an industry-recognised security certification (such as CISSP, CRISC or CISA) would be beneficial. You will also have experience with auditing trading platforms and trade processing systems. What you can expect in return We offer a unique international work environment, giving you exposure to a range of different technologies and business areas. You will receive a competitive net of tax compensation package, including full relocation and health insurance. And because of our status as an international organisation, we are able to hire globally and welcome applications from candidates of all nationalities. All new staff members are recruited on a fixed-term basis without expectation either of any contract renewal or conversion. The contract may however be extended or converted to an open-ended one at the end of the term, subject to organisational needs and individual performance. The BIS is fully committed to equal opportunity employment and strives for diversity among its staff.
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https://ldd.tbe.taleo.net/ldd03/ats/careers/requisition.jsp?org=BIS&cws=1&rid=607 Information Security Specialist Office location: Basel Department: General Secretariat Unit: Corporate Security Service: Employment - Duration: 3 years Contract type: Fixed-term FTE%: 100% Application Deadline: 28/10/2018 Description The Bank for International Settlements is seeking an expert in cyber-resilience and protection to join its information security team. We are an international organisation promoting global monetary and financial stability, and a bank for central banks. You will support our mission by strengthening information security in the areas of data protection, vulnerability management, risk management and security architecture. In this role, you will review existing systems and controls to identify weaknesses and put forward controls and remediations. You will exercise sound judgment in evaluating risk and proposing reasonable measures within the Bank’s risk appetite. You will also work on projects to embed security engineering into IT infrastructure projects as well as advise on topics such as cloud security, devops and container security. We look forward to meeting candidates with at least five years of experience in information security operations, including broad exposure to security engineering-related concepts. Additional certifications such as SABSA, CISSP, SANS GIAC/GSEC, GPEN, GWAPT, CEH and CISA would be a plus. You will also have a good understanding of system hardening, integrity monitoring, data loss prevention, and identity and access management. We offer a unique, highly rewarding, international work environment giving you exposure to a range of state-of-the-art technologies. You will have the opportunity to interact with other security experts both within the central bank community and beyond. We offer a competitive compensation package, including full relocation and health insurance. And because of our status as an international organisation, we are able to hire globally and welcome applications from candidates of all nationalities. The BIS’s head office is located in Basel, Switzerland, with representative offices in Hong Kong SAR and Mexico City. We are able to recruit globally, regardless of nationality. All new staff members are recruited on a fixed-term basis without expectation either of any contract renewal or conversion. The contract may however be extended or converted to an open-ended one at the end of the term, subject to organisational needs and individual performance. The BIS is fully committed to equal opportunity employment and strives for diversity among its staff.
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https://ldd.tbe.taleo.net/ldd03/ats/careers/requisition.jsp?org=BIS&cws=1&rid=577 Senior Systems Engineer (Windows Server) Office location: Basel Department: General Secretariat Unit: Information Management Services Service: Employment - Duration: 3 years Contract type: Fixed-term FTE%: 100% Application Deadline: 29/07/2018 Description The Bank for International Settlements seeks a Senior Systems Engineer to join its Windows server service delivery team. We are an international organisation promoting global monetary and financial stability, and a bank for central banks. You will support us by managing a wide variety of business-critical applications used across the Bank. Your focus will be on maintaining, monitoring and enhancing the core Windows server operating system to ensure a secure, supportable and highly available environment. You will be part of the team managing services including Windows server deployment, hardening and management within a virtualisation platform; Active Directory and Group Policy; messaging service platforms; and SQL Infrastructure services. You will also be responsible for a small team of contractors. You will have a graduate degree in an IT field, Microsoft certifications and ITIL qualifications. You will also have at least five years’ experience in a Windows server engineering role. We look forward to meeting candidates who also have in-depth knowledge of Active Directory infrastructure design and implementation, Group Policy, messaging services, SQL Server Services, PowerShell, certificate authorities and Kerberos delegation. In addition, you should have a good understanding of networking principles, segmentation, firewalls and other associated infrastructure. We offer a unique, highly rewarding, international work environment, giving you exposure to a range of state-of-the-art technologies and business areas, and you’ll receive a competitive compensation package, including full relocation and health insurance. The BIS’s head office is located in Basel, Switzerland, with representative offices in Hong Kong SAR and Mexico City. We are able to recruit globally, regardless of nationality, and offer competitive employment packages. All new staff members are recruited on a fixed-term basis without expectation either of any contract renewal or conversion. The contract may however be extended or converted to an open-ended one at the end of the term, subject to organisational needs and individual performance. The BIS is fully committed to equal opportunity employment and strives for diversity among its staff. Against this background, we encourage applications from female candidates.
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https://ldd.tbe.taleo.net/ldd03/ats/careers/requisition.jsp?org=BIS&cws=1&rid=566 Description Extended application deadline: Wednesday, 15 August 2018 2018 Graduate programme (cyber-security and data science) Are you a soon-to-be graduate of a bachelor's or master's programme in computer/data science, engineering or a related field - or a recent graduate with less than 12 months' work experience? Based in the heart of Europe, our cyber-security and data science graduate programme offers practical project experience for up to 11 months. You will work on complex business-driven projects and problems designed to stretch you, and use a range of state-of-the-art technologies to find solutions. Specifically, we are looking to augment our cyber-threat intrusion analysis capability by employing a data-centric analytic approach on the large volumes of disparate data (log) sources that we receive and monitor. These projects will strive to provide new advanced cyber-threat detection approaches based on big data analysis to help safeguard the integrity of our data and technology platforms. You will work closely with our Security Operations Centre (SOC) team to identify cyber-security monitoring solutions through the use of techniques such as statistical methods, artificial intelligence, and machine learning in order to create and evaluate network/host activity trends to uncover anomalous (eg malicious) system activity. You will work with leading professionals from around the world and be part of a stimulating organisational culture characterised by analytical rigour and challenging debate. You will enjoy exposure to ideas and projects beyond your immediate specialty and will play a valuable part in supporting the wider central banking community. Joining us is not just about launching your international career, it is about doing meaningful work for the public good and serving the global community. Programme duration: up to 11 months Programme location: Basel, Switzerland Start date: September - November 2018 Minimum requirements: Completed bachelor’s or master’s degree (by September 2018) Less than 12 months of work experience Strong analytical skills Interest in cyber-security or data science What we offer We offer a unique, highly rewarding, international work environment that gives you exposure to a range of state-of-the-art technologies. And because of our status as an international organisation, we are able to hire globally and welcome applications from candidates of all nationalities. This is your opportunity to work in an international environment alongside colleagues from more than 60 countries. If you are selected, you will receive a contract for up to 11 months (the duration depends on the project assigned). You will receive a competitive salary net of tax, health insurance and return travel and relocation assistance to Basel. Application process To apply, please submit your CV and a cover letter setting out your motivation for joining the programme and specific areas of interest of relevance to the programme. The application deadline is 5pm CEST on Wednesday, 15 August 2018. The BIS is fully committed to equal opportunity employment and strives for diversity among its staff. Against this background we encourage applications from female candidates.
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https://ldd.tbe.taleo.net/ldd03/ats/careers/requisition.jsp?org=BIS&cws=1&rid=554 Senior Systems Engineer (Windows Client) Office location: Basel Department: General Secretariat Unit: Information Management Services Service: Employment - Duration: 3 years Contract type: Fixed-term FTE%: 100% Application Deadline: 07/05/2018 Description The Bank for International Settlements is recruiting a Senior Systems Engineer to specialise in Windows client and software distribution. We are an international organisation promoting global monetary and financial stability, and a bank for central banks. You will support us by managing, monitoring and enhancing the platform for delivering the operating system, software applications and patches to the end user Windows client environment. You will also be responsible for managing the user environment: defining and configuring the client desktop experience. In addition, you will supervise the day-to-day activities of external contractors, and work with external vendors. You will have a graduate degree in a technical discipline and ITIL qualification. You will also have excellent knowledge of Windows 7 and 10, Office 365 and SCCM. We look forward to meeting candidates who have worked for at least five years in a client engineering / software distribution role. We offer a unique, highly rewarding, international work environment alongside colleagues from more than 60 countries. You will have exposure to a range of state-of-the-art technologies and business areas and receive a competitive compensation package, including full relocation and health insurance. And because of our status as an international organisation, we are able to hire globally and welcome applications from candidates of all nationalities. The BIS’s head office is located in Basel, Switzerland, with representative offices in Hong Kong SAR and Mexico City. The BIS employs staff on both open-ended and fixed-term contracts. However, all new entrants are recruited on a fixed-term basis. The BIS is fully committed to equal opportunity employment and strives for diversity among its staff. We encourage applications from female candidates.
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https://ldd.tbe.taleo.net/ldd03/ats/careers/requisition.jsp?org=BIS&cws=1&rid=504 Senior Linux Engineer Office location: Basel Department: General Secretariat Unit: Information Management Services Service: Employment - Duration: 3 years Contract type: Fixed-term FTE%: 100% Application Deadline: 29/10/2017 Description The Bank for International Settlements (BIS) is an international organisation promoting global monetary and financial stability and is a bank for central banks. The BIS’s head office is located in Basel, Switzerland, with representative offices in Hong Kong SAR and Mexico City. We are able to recruit globally, regardless of nationality, and offer competitive employment packages. We are looking for a Senior Linux Engineer (with the corporate job title of Senior Systems Engineer) to join the team responsible for the design, implementation and maintenance of enterprise-class software and hardware in a Microsoft and Linux Red Hat environment. The ideal candidate is a creative, solution-oriented and communicative team player, comfortable in both a highly technical environment and a relationship management role. He/she takes a proactive business-focused approach when dealing with both internal and external clients and providers, and offers third level support when required. Key responsibilities: Implementation and maintenance of core server, networking, and infrastructure application technologies. Support and maintenance of business-critical infrastructure applications including the application of industry best practices. Testing, coordination and implementation of both release-based and environment design changes. IT project management. Proactive management of service providers with an emphasis on efficiency and quality. Business-oriented customer relationship management with a focus on high quality of service and clear communication. Willingness to work outside normal working hours during service windows and to provide on-call cover for evenings and weekends. Qualifications, skills and experience: University degree in computer science or equivalent work experience. Experience with a broad range of technologies in enterprise-class environments including: Design, installation, operation, monitoring and support of Red Hat Linux based infrastructures. Automation, ideally bash and Perl. Monitoring, ideally Nagios. Backup, ideally Avamar o Virtual and/or converged infrastructures (e.g. VMWare). Proven track record in third-level support and design input in an enterprise environment. IT project management experience. Broad understanding of ITIL fundamentals and their application in a business environment. Experience with outsource service provider management and/or customer management. Creative, customer-oriented problem-solving approach. Strong communication and presentation skills and the ability to negotiate effectively. Excellent command of English.
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https://ldd.tbe.taleo.net/ldd03/ats/careers/requisition.jsp?org=BIS&cws=1&rid=484 Senior Systems Engineer (Microsoft) Office location: Basel Department: General Secretariat Unit: Information Management Services Service: Employment - Duration: 3 years Contract type: Fixed-term FTE%: 100% Application Deadline: 08/06/2017 Description The Bank for International Settlements (BIS) is an international organisation promoting global monetary and financial stability and is a bank for central banks. The BIS’s head office is located in Basel, Switzerland, with representative offices in Hong Kong SAR and Mexico City. We are able to recruit globally, regardless of nationality, and offer competitive employment packages. We are looking for a Senior Systems Engineer to join the IT Operations team responsible for the design, implementation and maintenance of, and third-level support for enterprise-class software and hardware (front and back-end) in a Microsoft environment. The ideal candidate is a creative, solution-oriented and communicative team player, comfortable in both a highly technical environment and a relationship management role. Key responsibilities: Ensure best practice implementation and maintenance of core server and infrastructure application technologies Support and maintain business-critical infrastructure applications and their dependencies, and develop robust, comprehensive processes to ensure the ongoing availability of these applications Manage IT projects, including testing and implementation of new releases in cooperation with business areas and service providers Contribute to vendor management including deliverables, contract and SLA management service definitions, and contract and commercial negotiations. Act as back-up support for other team members as required, covering infrastructure technologies, database technologies, application deployment, mail systems and Active Directory Business-oriented customer relationship management with a focus on high quality of service and clear communication. Willingness to work outside normal working hours during service windows and to provide on-call cover for evenings and weekends. Qualifications, skills and experience: University degree in computer science or equivalent work experience. In-depth knowledge of Windows server technology, Server Deployment, Citrix, File Services, Clustering, IIS, Active Directory and scripting languages. Understanding of networking technologies and associated infrastructure. Skills in the areas of system design, implementation and monitoring, Exchange Server, SQL SCCM, SCOM, SharePoint and VMware Virtualization Technologies. Proven track record in third-level support and design input in an enterprise environment. Strong knowledge of dependencies and how they interact, e.g. with regard to the technologies involved in core server, networking, database and application technologies Broad understanding of ITIL fundamentals and their application in a business environment, in particular in relation to change management IT project management experience. Ability to provide third-level support and design input in an enterprise environment. Experience with vendor management and/or customer management. Creative, customer-oriented problem-solving approach. Strong intercultural communication and presentation skills, and the ability to negotiate effectively. Excellent command of English. The BIS employs staff on both open-ended and fixed-term contracts. However, all new entrants are initially recruited on a fixed-term basis. The BIS is fully committed to equal opportunity employment and strives for diversity among its staff. We encourage applications from female candidates.
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https://ldd.tbe.taleo.net/ldd03/ats/careers/requisition.jsp?org=BIS&cws=1&rid=482 Head of Platform Engineering Office location: Basel Department: General Secretariat Unit: Information Management Services Service: Employment - Duration: 3 years Contract type: Fixed-term FTE%: 100% Application Deadline: 18/06/2017 Description The Bank for International Settlements is recruiting for the role of Head of Platform Engineering, a key position within the Bank’s IT department. In this role you will manage a team of architects and software engineers that develop and maintain shared application and data platforms. The platforms are used by business applications across the Bank for enterprise data management, analytics and reporting, document management, workflow and DevOps. You will be responsible for continuing the development of existing platforms, as well as introducing new architectures and tools where appropriate. You will have a background in architecture and software engineering and have demonstrable experience in both team leadership and project management. In this role you will be a member of the IT department’s management team and will be expected to manage business relationships at a senior level. Key responsibilities: Manage development activities across the team’s project and product portfolio Work closely with business areas to identify requirements; provide project management and delivery oversight Work with the Bank’s Enterprise Architect to develop architecture roadmaps, ensuring overall strategy and project investments are aligned Manage the Platform Engineering team, including recruitment, performance reviews and development; ensure that the team produces work to the highest standard Manage service providers and negotiate scope and terms of services Ensure the day-to-day operation of IT systems and services; manage operational budget As a member of the IT management team, contribute to the overall IT strategy and represent the IT department on committees and in meetings Qualifications, skills and experience: University degree in computer science or a related discipline (preferably MSc/PhD level) At least 10 years of relevant work experience, including at least three years with team leader or project management responsibilities Experience leading enterprise software development and data architecture projects Experience building business intelligence and data analytics platforms Experience with agile methodologies and tools Expertise in software development and architecture with strong knowledge of .NET platforms Expertise in data architecture, including strong knowledge of relational technologies and new data architectures such as Hadoop, Spark and NoSQL Domain knowledge of capital markets, central banking and statistics would be an advantage Knowledge of Microsoft Team Foundation Server would be an advantage Knowledge of Sharepoint would be an advantage The BIS employs staff on both open-ended and fixed-term contracts. However, all new entrants are initially recruited on a fixed-term basis. The BIS is fully committed to equal opportunity employment and strives for diversity among its staff. We encourage applications from female candidates.
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https://ldd.tbe.taleo.net/ldd03/ats/careers/requisition.jsp?org=BIS&cws=1&rid=436 Head of Banking IT Office location: Basel Department: Banking Unit: Banking IT Service: Employment - Duration: 3 years Contract type: Fixed-term FTE%: 100% Application Deadline: 23/12/2016 Description Purpose of the job: To develop, implement and maintain an IT strategy for the Banking Department; To ensure the effective delivery, implementation and support of IT for the Banking Department, including all technology-related projects; To provide leadership and direction to the Banking IT team (team of nine, with four direct reports); and To contribute to Bank-wide IT and information management strategy, governance and projects. Principal accountabilities: 1. Banking IT strategy Responsible for the development, implementation and maintenance of an IT strategy for the Banking Department that is forward-looking and proactively addresses its future business needs (including projects and product choices). Deputises for the Chair of ACBAC and acts as advisor to ITSC and ITCG on strategic issues and project-steering. 2. Ensuring operational excellence Ensures that 24/7 support for banking business-critical applications is available to meet agreed service levels and is proactive in identifying potential problems in delivering services of the designated area. Advises departmental Management on banking IT issues. Oversees the design and operation of security measures to protect the Bank’s information and ensures business continuity in the designated area of responsibility. Directs initiatives to implement new or improved business processes within Banking Department and is a member of the NBAC. Ensures that Banking IT responds effectively to customer needs by maintaining an overview of trends in relevant technology and understanding business needs. Manages the budget of the Banking IT cost centre. Advises on investments and takes responsibility for cost-effectiveness within area of responsibility. Ensures that resources are used effectively. Manages external suppliers and takes part in negotiations as well as the definition of terms for provision of services. Oversees the customisation and development of banking applications. Ensures that the unit’s business analyst/developers follow the Bank’s development standards and best practice. Oversees the change management process relating to Banking systems. Acts as project owner to ensure that the agreed deliverables, milestones, targets and budgets are observed, and introduces corrective measures where necessary. Is responsible for addressing issues and reporting to the Steering Committees and ITSC. 3. Leadership Leads the Banking IT team (team of nine, with four direct reports), including setting direction, coaching and developing staff. Ensures that the team respond effectively to customer needs. Represents the Bank in meetings with counterpart central banks, application user groups, and suppliers. 4. Bank-wide contribution Interacts with Information Management Services (IMS) for the delivery of centralised IT services to the Banking Department. Represents the business area in planning and coordinating IT services and support provided or brokered by IMS. Qualification and work experience: University degree or equivalent professional qualifications and work experience. At least 10 years of work experience leading a group delivering IT and customer-focused services in a banking environment. Broad experience and knowledge of the banking treasury and asset management businesses, and related banking products. Experience in various aspects of IT such as trading applications, infrastructure systems, support, service delivery and system management processes, data management, standards and security. A proven track record of sponsoring and steering large, business-critical banking projects, delivered to the satisfaction of key stakeholders. Experienced in managing vendors. Skills required: Leadership skills Strong and effective leadership and people management skills. Accepts personal accountability for the section’s results. Communication and relationship management skills Skilled in communicating effectively with business users and IT staff. Skilled in committee work, summarising issues and discussions, providing expert advice, achieving consensus, priority-setting and conflict resolution. Demonstrated skills and experience in effective relationship management and influencing skills. Excellent oral and written communication skills in English. A second language would be a plus. Highly skilled in negotiation and diplomacy. Analytical problem-solving skills Strong analytical skills with the ability to bridge the gap between business requirements and IT solutions. Can identify and resolve problems under time pressure. Delivering high-quality services Produces work and provides services of a consistently high standard, while demonstrating and applying the appropriate technical, professional or specialist knowledge. Outstanding customer service skills with a proactive customer and service orientation. Change management and adaptability Ability to respond positively to change and act as an ambassador for change within the organisation. The BIS employs staff on both open-ended and fixed-term contracts. However, all new entrants are initially recruited on a fixed-term basis. The BIS is fully committed to equal opportunity employment and strives for diversity among its staff. We encourage applications from female candidates.
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https://ldd.tbe.taleo.net/ldd03/ats/careers/requisition.jsp?org=BIS&cws=1&rid=433 Enterprise Architect Office location: Basel Department: General Secretariat Unit: Information Management Services Service: Employment - Duration: 3 years Contract type: Fixed-term FTE%: 100% Application Deadline: 30/12/2016 Description The Bank for International Settlements (BIS) is an international organisation promoting global monetary and financial stability and is a bank for central banks. The BIS’s head office is located in Basel, Switzerland, with representative offices in Hong Kong SAR and Mexico City. We are able to recruit globally, regardless of nationality, and offer competitive employment packages. We are looking for an Enterprise Architect (with a corporate title of Senior IT Applications Architect) to join the Application and Architecture group within the Bank’s IT department. As an enterprise architect, the successful candidate will coordinate the group’s architecture-related activity to establish a vision and technology roadmap for each of the group’s key software applications and platforms. He/she will also provide enterprise architecture guidance to business and technology teams across the Bank, and organise bank-wide architecture governance. The ideal candidate is a solution-oriented team player, comfortable in both a highly technical environment and a relationship management role. He/she is a skilled communicator who is able to present complex IT topics to non-technical audiences of all levels, taking a proactive business-focused approach when dealing with both internal and external clients and providers. Key responsibilities: Work with development and operations teams across Architecture and Applications to create a vision and roadmap for the key applications and platforms supported by the group. Maintain high-level enterprise architecture maps for the Bank, including key systems and information flows. Advise and assist with changes to business architecture and business process optimisation. Act as an expert adviser to the Bank on application architecture and strategic technology issues, and write reports for executive audiences. Working with IMS and cross-business technical experts, define and promote common architecture principles, standards, tools and implementation methodologies. Organise bank-wide architecture governance and assist the Head of Architecture and Applications in chairing the meetings and issuing recommendations. Establish a virtual team of architects and technical experts across the IT department and promote architecture collaboration. Provide architectural oversight on key IT projects. Play a leading role in the identification and evaluation of new technologies. Perform pre- and post-project architecture reviews. Own the portfolio of application development tools provided to developers across the Bank and ensure that they evolve over time to meet developers’ needs. Review, with the aim of constantly improving, the application architecture landscape of the Bank. Qualifications, skills and experience: At least five years’ experience in software development and/or architecture related IT roles Experience of creating and communicating architecture concepts and technology roadmaps Experience working on projects spanning multiple technology teams and business areas Experience presenting architecture and technology topics to senior executives Experience working with complex enterprise data architectures with strong knowledge of relational database technologies Knowledge and experience with Microsoft development technologies (C# .NET, WCF, WPF, Visual Studio etc), NoSQL/Big Data technologies, and Python and/or R will be advantages. An industry background in financial markets or central banking will be an advantage. Strong architecture modelling and visualisation skills Excellent communication skills – written, visual and oral An ability to formulate technical strategy An ability to work collaboratively and establish strong working relationships across different technical teams and business users An ability to understand and adapt to a broad range of existing and new technologies An ability to work independently Fluent in English (oral and written) University degree (ideally at masters level, in a computer science related discipline) The BIS employs staff on both open-ended and fixed-term contracts. However, all new entrants are initially recruited on a fixed-term basis. The BIS is fully committed to equal opportunity employment and strives for diversity among its staff. We encourage applications from female candidates.