Deputy Head of Division (IT Security and Architecture)

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1 Deputy Head of Division (IT Security and Architecture) Reference EXT Type of contract Who can apply Salary Working time Place of work Closing date for applications Fixed-term contract which may be converted into a permanent contract after five years subject to individual performance and organisational needs EU nationals I band and benefits Full-time Frankfurt am Main, Germany 09 November 2015 Your team The selection committee may place suitable candidates on a reserve list, from which candidates may be appointed to similar positions in the same or another business area. It may also be decided to fill the position(s) advertised in this vacancy notice with a suitable candidate or candidates from the reserve list resulting from a recruitment procedure for a similar position. Candidates will be informed accordingly if this happens. In addition, an external provider will assess the management skills of all shortlisted candidates. The process will include self-assessment questionnaires to be completed online and an interview. The link to the self-assessment questionnaires will be sent to the applicant by once his/her interview date has been confirmed, and the questionnaires must be completed by a specific deadline. Applicants should therefore be able to access the internet during this period. Your role The European Central Bank (ECB) is seeking candidates for the position of Deputy Head of Division for the Security and Architecture Division of its Directorate General Information Systems (DG/IS). DG/IS provides the information and communication systems of the ECB, and develops and supports IT systems necessary for carrying out the tasks of the Eurosystem, the European System of Central Banks (ESCB), and the Single Supervisory Mechanism (SSM). It has six divisions: the Security and Architecture Division, the Infrastructure and Operations Division, the IT Governance and Business Relations Division and three business applications divisions that serve the domains of enterprise, executional and analytical applications. The Security and Architecture Division develops, implements and maintains information security, enterprise and IT architecture policies, frameworks, blueprints and methodologies. It also provides IS security and architecture services for ECB, ESCB and SSM projects and operations. The Division has about 25 permanent staff members as well as a number of externally contracted staff. It comprises three units: IS Security Governance, Operational Security and Enterprise/IT Architecture. IS Security Governance manages security risks related to the ECB s information systems and

2 participates in the IS security governance of the ESCB. It drafts and maintains security policies, assesses risks and facilitates risk treatment for new and existing systems. It defines and drives security improvement actions and programmes, and ensures that the requirements for ISO certification continue to be met. It also maintains and implements the ECB s IS security awareness programme. The Operational Security unit runs the IT operational security processes of the ECB. They comprise threat intelligence, security testing and vulnerability management, identity governance and administration, security engineering, security monitoring and incident response. The unit also provides expertise for security technology and infrastructure projects. The Enterprise/IT Architecture unit develops and supports enterprise and IT architecture standards, frameworks and strategies underpinning the information systems and related services of the ECB, the ESCB and the SSM. The unit s experts define requirements, principles, target state models and roadmaps, and thereby facilitate decision-making for all types of change, be it of a strategic, tactical or operational nature. They play a major role in supporting project teams in the design and development of specific solutions aligned to the frameworks. The successful candidate will support the Head of Division in the overall management of the staff, budget, tasks, processes and work programme objectives assigned to the Division. He or she will be entrusted with the following main tasks: actively contributing to the definition of strategic directions and positions, as well as tactical decisions, in the fields of information security governance, IT security operations, and enterprise and IT architecture; supporting the Head of Division in organising, monitoring and supervising the Division s activities, ensuring that they are delivered according to agreed quality standards, on time and within budget; drafting reports, presentations and proposals on both work issues and managerial topics; taking full responsibility for delegated tasks, work streams and objectives of the Division, liaising with the Head of Division for guidance, escalation and reporting as appropriate; facilitating the work of teams and individuals within the Division through guidance and support, and actively contributing to the resolution of issues and management of risks; supporting the definition and implementation of the Division s medium-term plans and annual work programmes in line with the organisational strategy and business objectives; assisting the Head of Division in people management tasks and responsibilities, including staff coaching and development, performance appraisals, devising training plans, and recruitment; performing managerial review and approval tasks involved in corporate processes such as financial management, quality management, work planning and controlling, and human resources management, procurement; handling sensitive files related to security processes with the highest standards of discretion and professionalism;

3 authoritatively representing the views and positions of the Division, DG-IS and the ECB in internal and external meetings and vis-à-vis decision-making fora, negotiating agreements where necessary while respecting pre-agreed principles and boundaries; promoting a strong team spirit within the Division and beyond, and a culture of collaboration with a service and results orientation, and maintaining staff motivation, including through empowerment and recognition of individuals; proactively networking and managing relationships with stakeholders in the work of the Division, both within and outside of the ECB; deputising for the Head of Division when he is absent or when requested to do so. Qualifications, experience and skills Applicants must have the following knowledge and competencies: a master s-level university degree, preferably in computer science or a related discipline; at least twelve years of work experience in the field of IT; ideally five years of experience in leading teams of highly qualified staff, in an IT environment; ideally five years of professional experience in the area of information and IT security, or in the area of enterprise and IT architecture; knowledge and understanding of information security governance and fundamental security principles according to good industry practice (e.g. ISO 27001); knowledge and understanding of common IT security operational processes, as used in quality-oriented organisations; knowledge and understanding of enterprise and IT architecture methods, principles and common architecture governance models; ability to clearly articulate the value proposition and key success factors of the security and architecture business units in an information-centric organisation; proven experience with standard corporate processes including planning, budget and financial management, procurement and supplier management, recruitment and staff performance management;

4 experience in representing an organisation or a business unit in high-level committees; ideally, experience in chairing or facilitating committees on IT governance topics; The following competencies would be an asset: experience in managing strategic change and/or development; experience of working in a central bank, an international organisation, and/or in the financial services sector; Generic technical competencies: an advanced command of English with excellent business drafting skills; an intermediate command of at least one other official language of the EU; a comprehensive knowledge of MS Office, in particular Word, Excel and PowerPoint. Working modalities The successful candidate will have the following behavioural competencies: is strongly driven to deliver business value to stakeholders, consistently demonstrates and promotes a service-oriented mentality; uses informed and balanced perspectives when making judgements, defines issues and problems clearly, and comes to incisive conclusions, giving due consideration to alternatives and to the opinions of others; establishes and maintains effective relationships with staff and management at all levels, both inside and outside the organisation, including through active informal networking; is an excellent communicator with different audiences, able to use simple language and effective visual aids to convey complex concepts persuasively; skilfully negotiates in difficult situations and finds mutually acceptable solutions, safeguarding the strategic interests of the organisation and long-term business goals; systematically identifies opportunities for policy, process, product or service improvement, defining and monitoring improvement actions to completion; engages and motivates staff, identifying development opportunities and supporting them in developing their potential through coaching, setting objectives and identifying appropriate training opportunities;

5 accepts personal responsibility and accountability for the achievement of objectives and results within specified deadlines. Further Information Five-year fixed-term contract, with possible conversion to a contract of indefinite duration subject to individual performance and organisational needs. To further enhance the diversity of its workforce, the ECB particularly encourages applications from female candidates. The recruiting business area is willing to discuss part-time arrangements for this position. Application and selection process For further information on how to join us,