Roster - Senior National Cybersecurity Strategy Consultant

Senior National Cybersecurity Strategy Consultant International Telecommunication Union (ITU) is the leading United Nations agency for information and communication technologies, with the mission to connect the world. To achieve this, ITU manages the radio-frequency spectrum and satellite orbits at the international level, works to improve communication infrastructure in the developing world, and establishes global standards that foster seamless interconnection of a vast range of communication systems. ITU also organizes global Telecom events bringing together the most influential representatives of government and the private sector to exchange ideas and knowledge for the benefit of all. ITU applies a zero-tolerance policy against all forms of harassment. ITU is committed to diversity and inclusion within its workforce, and encourages all candidates, irrespective of gender, nationality, religious and ethnic backgrounds, including persons with disabilities, to apply to become a part of the organization. Achieving gender balance is a high priority for ITU. The Telecommunication Development Bureau (BDT) is responsible for the organization and coordination of the work of the Telecommunication Development Sector of the Union. BDT deals mainly with development policies, strategies, programming, projects, as well as technical cooperation activities to enable and foster universal access to affordable, high-quality and secure telecommunications/ICTs and foster equitable and inclusive use of telecommunications/ICTs to empower people and societies for sustainable development. The Digital Networks & Environment Department (DNE) is responsible to assist the Member States, especially the G77 countries, in a wide range of ICT development challenges, as basic connectivity, spectrum management, evolution of current to future broadband networks and technologies, enabling universal and affordable access, and strengthening the security through the cybersecurity support. In addition, the DNE Department provides expertise and needed support for emergency telecommunications and the increasingly important and urgent aspects related to the environment and climate change. As part of multi-country support for National Cybersecurity Strategy (NCS) development projects coordinated by the ITU, the Senior National Cybersecurity Strategy Consultant will provide on-demand expertise to assist countries in formulating and implementing their national cybersecurity strategies. He/she will play a key role in ensuring that each supported country develops a robust, inclusive, and actionable cybersecurity strategy in line with international best practices and the ITU's guidance and coordination. Under the guidance of the ITU Project Manager and in close collaboration with the ITU Senior Cybersecurity Coordinator and national counterparts, the Consultant will carry out the following activities for each country assignment: Strategic Assessment: Conduct a thorough assessment of the country's current cybersecurity posture. Policy and Legal Review: Review and analyse the national policy and legal landscape related to cybersecurity. Stakeholder Engagement: Identify and engage key stakeholders across government, private sector, academia, and civil society who should contribute to the strategy's development and implementation. Risk and Infrastructure Mapping: Map out the nation's critical information infrastructure and assess key cyber risks. National Strategy Drafting: Support national stakeholders in the development the National Cybersecurity Strategy document and associated action plans. Validation and Refinement: Organize and lead validation workshops or meetings to review the draft NCS with the country's stakeholders. Capacity Building and Training: Develop and deliver training sessions or workshops to support the strategy's development and implementation. Concrete deliverables include: Cybersecurity Assessment and Gap Analysis Report Stakeholder Consultation Summary National Cybersecurity Strategy (Draft) and finalized NCS document Action Plan / Roadmap Training Materials and Delivery Report (if applicable) Competencies required include: Effective technical and analytical problem-solving skills Effective communication and writing skills Ability to work independently and as part of a team Qualifications required include: Advanced university degree in cybersecurity, information security, computer science, public policy, or a related field At least seven (7) years of progressively responsible experience in cybersecurity strategy development, cyber policy advisory, or national CSIRT/CIRT establishment Knowledge of English at advanced level Remuneration information is between USD 280 and USD 450 per working day to be defined according to the work experience of the consultant and the complexity of the assignment. To apply, please visit the ITU career website. The evaluation of candidates is based on the criteria in the vacancy notice, and may include tests and/or assessments, as well as a competency-based interview. Only selected candidates will be further contacted and candidates in the final selection step will be subject to reference checks based on the information provided. ITUUN tech agency