UNDP Jobs - 5757- Analyst, Atlas Security (re-advertised)

Analyst, Atlas Security (re-advertised)

Location :

*Open Duty Station (see note below)

Type of Contract :

100 Series

Starting Date :

01-Jan-2009

Application Deadline :

15-Nov-08 (Midnight New York, USA)

Post Level :

NO-B (National Officer)

Duration of Initial Contract :

One Year

Languages Required :

English

Expected Duration of Assignment :

One Year (with expectation for renewal)

UNDP is committed to achieving workforce diversity in terms of gender, nationality and culture. Individuals from minority groups, indigenous groups and persons with disabilities are equally encouraged to apply. All applications will be treated with the strictest confidence. UNDP does not tolerate sexual exploitation and abuse, any kind of harassment, including sexual harassment, and discrimination. All selected candidates will, therefore, undergo rigorous reference and background checks.

Background

* OPEN DUTY STATION: Please note that the country of origin of the successful candidates will be designated as the duty station of the post. [Examples: (A) If the successful candidate is a Malaysian national, the duty station of the post will be UNDP Office/Kuala Lumpur; (B) If the successful candidate is an Egyptian national, the duty station of the post will be UNDP Office/Cairo, etc.]

**POST NUMBERS: 35652, 35654 & 35655

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POST DESCRIPTION: ANALYST, ATLAS SECURITY

Under the supervision of the Specialist, Atlas Security, the incumbent will serve as Tier1 and Tier 2 Technical Support for PeopleSoft Security. Candidate shall provide prompt, efficient problem resolution and excellent customer support for ATLAS (PeopleSoft ERP Application).

Duties and Responsibilities

Provides Tier 1 and 2 Security technical support, working with ATLAS Help Desk team to ensure optimum response on a timely basis;
Provides clear and frequent updates to ATLAS Help Desk and ATLAS Access Requestor regarding resolution status for ATLAS Security issues;
Remains current on ATLAS Security issues and solutions for PeopleSoft products which are received via CRM (Client Resource Management) and ATLAS Security email;
Works closely with ATLAS Development Team to test Security enhancements made to ATLAS ensuring correct functionality of the changes;
Ensures that ALTAS Financials/HR Applications are configured accurately, following UNDP’s Internal Control Framework;
Provides Tier 1 and 2 Security technical support, working with ATLAS Help Desk team to ensure optimum response on a timely basis;
Provides clear and frequent updates to ATLAS Help Desk and ATLAS Access Requestor regarding resolution status for ATLAS Security issues;
Remains current on ATLAS Security issues and solutions for PeopleSoft products which are received via CRM (Client Resource Management) and ATLAS Security email;
Works closely with ATLAS Development Team to test Security enhancements made to ATLAS ensuring correct functionality of the changes;
Ensures that ALTAS Financials/HR Applications are configured accurately, following UNDP’s Internal Control Framework.

Competencies

Managerial

Proven ability to provide high standards of customer support services;
Ability to communicate effectively within different levels of ATLAS Support and User Community;
Provide feedback to Specialist, Atlas Security, on the status of security issues reported via CRM;
Ability to comprehend the sensitivity and impact of Security in ATLAS;
Ability to handle Security issues independently and work well in a team environment, when needed, handle multiple issues simultaneously;
Proven interpersonal skills: two-way communication skills (oral and written), ability to build relationships; work with a diverse internal customer base;

Proven ability to provide high standards of customer support services;

Technical/Functional

Strong organizational skills and ability to adapt quickly in a changing environment;
Strong Understanding of the PeopleSoft Authorization Concept and working with Single, Composite, Derived Roles;
Ability to set priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced and changing environment;
Ability to handle projects independently and work well in a team environment;
Strong analytical and problem solving skills;
strong communication skills – both oral written;
Strong command of standard desktop software (Excel, Word, Outlook, etc.);
Strong organizational skills and ability to adapt quickly in a changing environment;

Required Skills and Experience

Education

Masters in Computer Science or Engineering or Engineering with 2 years of relevant experience, or a Bachelor’s in Information Systems or Computer Science with 4 years direct relevant experience.

Experience

2-4 years of experience in PeopleSoft security;
Working Knowledge of SQL Statements is a must;
Good understand of functional and technical aspects security controls within an enterprise environment;
Good communication and organizational skills;
Must have working knowledge of conceptual architectures for ERP implementations and their impact on security.

Language

Fluent in English is required. Working knowledge of other UN languages is an asset

ALL APPLICATIONS MUST BE SENT TO: oist.recruitment@undp.org