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Information Security and Networks Officer - London

London | Nepalgunj

  • Organization: Amnesty International
  • Location: London | Nepalgunj
  • Grade: Level not specified - Level not specified
  • Occupational Groups:
    • Information Technology and Computer Science
    • Security and Safety
    • Information and Communications Technology
  • Closing Date: Closed

It is a very exciting time at Amnesty International. IT is critical to our mission to end grave abuses of human rights and to demand justice for those whose rights have been violated. The organisation is undertaking an ambitious programme of change and IT is key to success. We have completely modernised our IT infrastructure and we are engaged in a programme of work to introduce new collaboration, Document Management and Business Intelligence solutions, so our researchers and campaigners have access to the information they need where ever and whenever they need it.

ABOUT THE ROLE

The IT department provides IT services including Windows desktop, email, intranet, finance and other systems to the International Secretariat. The department supports approximately 700 users distributed in 16 offices around the globe. In this role you will be responsible for the security of Amnesty International International Secretariat (IS) computer systems, provision of advice and training to staff on Information Security and the reliable operation of our networks. You will also optimize and monitor our security systems both those operated in house and through the Managed Security Service (MSS), and develop and implement an information security incident response plan.

ABOUT YOU

You will have extensive knowledge and experience of systems security and act as primary source of expertise on Information Security by maintaining awareness of Info Sec threats and identifying, understanding and mitigating potential threats to Amnesty International. You will be comfortable providing advice and training to staff on operational information security and appropriate information security precautions, and maintain and develop capacity management processes for all Network infrastructure. You will ideally hold professional qualifications in either network equipment configuration or Information Security. Significant problem solving skills are also essential including diagnosis, trouble shooting and resolution across multiple interconnected systems. You will also be able to manage own workload and priorities.

ABOUT US

Amnesty International is a global movement of more than 7 million people who campaign for a world where human rights are enjoyed by all. We reach almost every country in the world and have:

  • more than 2 million members and supporters who drive forward our fight for rights
  • more than 5 million activists who strengthen our calls for justice

Our aim is simple: an end to human rights abuses. Independent, international and influential, we campaign for justice, fairness, freedom and truth wherever they're denied. And whether we're applying pressure through powerful research or direct lobbying, mass demonstrations or online campaigning, we're all inspired by hope for a better world. One where human rights are respected and protected by everyone, everywhere.

At Amnesty International, we are passionate about what we do and we are proud of our achievements as a movement. To compensate our employees for the critical work they do, we reward them through a combination of an attractive and sector competitive salary and benefits package, high levels of engagement and involvement, and a commitment to employee development.

Benefits include 37 days annual leave (inclusive of public holidays and grace days), pension scheme, employee assistance programme, life assurance and many more benefits designed to suit your own personal lifestyle. All of this, in a professional, engaging environment.

For further information on our benefits, please visit https://www.amnesty.org/en/careers/benefits/

WHAT WE HOPE YOU WILL DO NEXT

If you are talented, passionate about human rights and want to use your skills, knowledge and experience to change the world then we would encourage you to click 'Apply for this Role' below.

Freedom, Justice, Equality. Let's get to work.

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