IT Officer

IT Officer (Security Governance and Architecture Description

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 is assigned in 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 the Designated Technical International Staff and Senior Officer (as applicable).

Your position title upon appointment is IT Officer (Information Security).

Your Role

As an IT Officer (Security Governance and Architecture), you will oversee the cybersecurity safeguards throughout the system development life cycle (SDLC) for ADB's IT systems and services. You will work closely with other teams in ITD and business users of ADB's systems to ensure they understand the security requirements and enforce the agreed security controls.

You will:

• Facilitate the end-to-end security clearance process for new solution deployments and IT projects by working closely with project/deployment teams to understand the security architecture, draft the security clearance checklist by identifying applicable security controls based on the nature of the IT project/solution and guide on how to fulfill these requirements.
• Oversee the end-to-end security testing process for ADB's business applications and underlying infrastructure to ensure that security findings are addressed, well-documented, and remediated.
• Assess the day-to-day IT change requests (e.g. system enhancements) and ad-hoc consultations from ITD teams and advise applicable security requirements.
• Work closely with project/deployment teams, change administrators, and other relevant teams to guide compliance with security requirements.
• Work closely with ITD risk focal and action owners to monitor the closure of operational risks identified (e.g., due to non-compliance with security requirements).
• Operate security tools/platforms (e.g. web application firewalls) and assist in the enhancement/replacement of these tools.
• Prepare technical evaluation criteria for evaluating security solutions and facilitate request for proposals and proof-of-concept tests.
• Support the cyber security due diligence process of third-party technology solution/service providers.
• Develop, update, or revise cybersecurity architecture standards, guardrails, and processes.
• Develop security training materials, such as presentations and handouts.
• Identify opportunities to improve or strengthen security controls or processes in own areas of work.
• Assist in conducting risk assessments from a security architecture perspective.
• Take up other duties and tasks as assigned.

Qualifications

You will need:

• Bachelor's degree in any IT-related domains, such as Information Systems Management, Information Security, or Computer Science preferably with advance training.
• At least 8 years relevant work experience in IT Security. Relevant certifications in IT security / governance such as CISSP, CISA, CISM, GSEC are highly favored.
• Knowledge in cybersecurity and IT governance frameworks and standards such as NIST CSF, SWIFT CSCF, CIS, COBIT, ITIL, and ISO 27000 series. Actual experience in their implementation and operation is an advantage.
• Fundamental knowledge of cloud computing technologies, such as Microsoft Azure, Amazon Web Services. Relevant experiences and / or certifications are an advantage.
• Basic knowledge about penetration testing methodologies, tools and findings (such as those from OWASP). Actual experience and / or certifications (such as those from Offensive Security or GIAC) are an advantage.
• Demonstrated critical thinking skills to perform security analysis needed in the design, review, or assessment of system architecture, application functions and IT infrastructure.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills and ability to operate in a matrixed environment, and the ability to articulate / present ideas in a verbal or written context.
• High attention to details and a methodical approach to daily tasks.
• Proficiency in productivity tools like Microsoft 365, Power Platform.
• 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.

• Retirement plan
• Medical and health benefits
• Paid leave (including parental)
• Life and other insurance plans
• Staff development

Additional Information

This appointment is open to internal and external applicants.

This is a fixed term appointment with option to renew, initially for a period of up to 3 years, or up to the Normal Retirement Date (NRD), whichever comes earlier, for the purpose(s) and conditions determined by ADB, in accordance with Administrative Order No Recruitment and Appointment). After the initial fixed-term period, ADB may choose to renew the appointment for up to an additional 3 years or not renewed. This decision will be made in the overall interest of ADB, based on factors including but not limited to the requirement of Staff's particular blend of skills and experience for the medium-term work program of the organizational unit, sufficient funding to cover the renewed period, and Staff's performance and suitability for employment. There is no limit to the number of renewals up to NRD. However, this appointment is not convertible to a regular appointment.

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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Primary Location: Asian Development Bank Headquarters-Philippines-Manila Department: Information Technology Department Division: Cybersecurity and Compliance Unit Staff Category: Technical Local - HQ Position Level: TL Job Posting: 19-Aug-2025, 3:04:01 AM Closing Date (Period for Applying) - External : 02-Sep-2025, 3:59:00 PM

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