Guatemala: Electoral IT Security and Network Expert-Guatemala (IFES)

Project Description:IFES is currently implementing the Elections: Less Violence, More Inclusion*Project in Guatemala. The project seeks to institutionalize processes and strengthen traditionally marginalized civil society groups to mitigate the risks for political violence and illicit financing of electoral campaigns. **Job Responsibilities:* TASKS
Infrastructure

1. Analyze the infrastructure and proposed security plan for the transmission of election results.

a. Report findings and suggest improvements. Contribute to the implementation of the improvements.

b. Work in close coordination with the TSE authorities, suppliers, and UNDP staff.

1. Advise on and contribute to the proper implementation of protocols, UTM firewalls, and other devices involved.
2. Advise on network design of the primary datacenter that captures election results (Industry Park), ensuring that the network is secure at all times and delivers optimal performance.
3. Analyze and improve the LAN network and information security system for transmitting the election results. Proactively manage the LAN/WLAN infrastructure.
4. Analyze and improve the security of computers and other equipment in the network, including those for the back office and end users.

Information Systems

1. Analyze systems infrastructure and security plan for the election results management process (processes, systems and computer security).

a. Submit a detailed report of findings; suggest improvements; and propose an implementation plan for the improvements.

b. This task should be coordinated closely with suppliers (if applicable), TSE officials and UNDP staff.

1. Plan and carry out a thorough audit of computer security, testing for penetration all election-related systems, which must include, but are not limited to, the following:

a. Security database (SQL injection)

b. Security application (code analysis)

c. Security environment (Web server / Services / Report)

Policies and Procedures of Information Security

1. Assist in the development and implementation of formal simulation of the entire system which will be used for the electoral process.
2. Develop and conduct a "penetration test" of the network and systems (Ethical Hacking).
3. Support TSE in developing administrative documents and agreements with its suppliers.
4. Contribute to the management of the results center and the coordination between different teams and suppliers.

DELIVERABLES

SCHEDULE

DescriptionNumber of Estimated Days Travel to/from Guatemala 2 days Conduct field work and support to TSE IT department 11 days Report writing 2 days

DescriptionDue Date Copy of the action plan developed with the TSE IT leadership 1 week after action planning session with TSE Detailed trip report(s) including details of the activities conducted, results from support provided, and recommendations for improvement of the transmission system for the second round of elections 10 days after completion each of trip(s)

?Qualifications: · Degree(s) in computer science, information technology, information systems management, or other related field.

· The consultant should have minimum 10 years of professional experiences in working under similar assignments.

· Sound knowledge and experience in the design and implementation of network and systems security.

· Ability to work to tight deadlines in a challenging working environment.

· Demonstrated capacity to work in a multicultural environment including the training and development of national colleagues.

· Knowledge of and experience with electoral results management system.

· Fluency in Spanish.

To Apply:

You must go tohttp:*www.ifes.org/***to the Careers section and apply online. Applications are only accepted in this way. Make sure you upload all papers together (ie. cover letter and application, etc.).**Resumes are only reviewed and accepted if submitted through our careers page.