IT Officer (Information Security)

Job Vacancy | Friday, June 6, 2025

Join Our Mission to Foster Prosperity in Asia
Are you ready to make a difference on the future of Asia and be a catalyst for positive change? We are thrilled to offer a unique opportunity to become an important part of the prestigious Asian Development Bank (ADB). At ADB, our mission is simple yet powerful: to alleviate poverty and promote sustainable development in the Asia-Pacific region.

Organizational Setting and Reporting Relationship
The position of IT Officer (Information Security) is assigned to the Cybersecurity and Compliance Unit (ITOD-CS) within the Information Technology Department (ITD). ITD manages the information systems and technology services required for ADB's Headquarters and Field Offices. ITOD-CS sets the Information Security standards, policies, incident management, and Business Continuity approaches for Technology within ADB. The team also monitors compliance with the standards and policies within ITD.

You will be based at our Headquarters in Manila, Philippines. You will report to Designated Technical International Staff and Senior Officer, as applicable.

Your Role
As IT Officer (Information Security), you will actively drive strategic planning and decisions in ADB's IT data protection efforts. You will operate data protection measures and help define the direction for IT protection aligned with ADB's overall risk and threat profile. You will ensure continuous monitoring and alignment with ADB's risk appetite and tolerance for disruption and establish clear IT data protection goals and objectives to support ADB's information protection program.

You will also establish and operate ADB's data protection framework. In this context, you will lead the daily planning and assessment of data protection requirements to ensure operational effectiveness of technology components supporting ADB's information protection program. As part of the monitoring and review of the program's performance, you will regularly assess its effectiveness, identifying areas for improvement and ensuring alignment with evolving risks.

You will:

• Lead the data protection risk assessment process and provide subject matter expertise for ADB's IT projects.
• Help protect the confidentiality and integrity of ADB's information assets and help maintain security policies at the governance level to ensure data is adequately protected.
• Work with other ITD teams to develop technology strategies for policy implementation.
• Design and oversee the data protection awareness program for employees, contractors, partners, and other third parties.
• Oversee data security assurance verification against established security baselines and reports on findings.
• Manage the proper execution of the data protection measures to ensure all evidence is adequately maintained.
• Propose changes to existing data protection policies and procedures to ensure operating efficiency and regulatory compliance.
• Contribute to the development of a security program that addresses identified risks and business security requirements and ensure that security-related audit findings are addressed promptly.
• Provide input in developing budget projections based on short- and long-term goals and objectives.
• Perform other tasks as may be assigned and reflected in your workplan.

Qualifications

You will need:

• Bachelor's degree in information security, IT assurance, management, business or any related field, preferably with advanced training.
• At least 8 years of relevant professional experience in general IT operations of which 3 years are in IT assurance or data protection
• Technical skills/experiences in
  • The rollout and operation of a data protection solution
  • Risk reporting around data protection
  • Information security frameworks and standards, such as ISO27001
  • Development of and participation in user awareness on information security
  • Information security assurance reviews
• Written and verbal proficiency in English
• Please refer to the link for ADB Competency Framework for Technical Local staff grade 5.

Benefits
ADB offers a rewarding salary and a comprehensive benefits package. The salary will be based on ADB's standards and comparator markets, taking into account your qualifications and experience.

• Housing and education allowance (if applicable)
• Retirement plan
• Medical and health benefits
• Paid leave (including parental)
• Life and other insurance plans
• Staff development

About Us
Asian Development Bank (ADB) is an international development finance institution headquartered in Manila, Philippines and is composed of 69 members, 50 of which are from the Asia and Pacific region. ADB is committed to achieving a prosperous, inclusive, resilient, and sustainable Asia and the Pacific, while sustaining its efforts to eradicate extreme poverty. ADB combines finance, knowledge, and partnerships to fulfill its expanded vision under our Strategy 2030.

ADB only hires nationals of its 69 members.

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ADB wants to ensure that everyone is treated with respect and given equal opportunities to work in an inclusive environment. ADB encourages all qualified candidates to apply regardless of their racial, ethnic, religious and cultural background, gender, sexual orientation or disabilities. Women are highly encouraged to apply.

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