UNV IT Expert (Physical Security Systems Expert)

UN Entity: ESCWA.

Assignment Context:
The IT Assistant (Physical Security Systems Expert) will be responsible for the design, configuration, and maintenance of the physical security systems at the UN House in Beirut, Lebanon.

Task description:
Within the delegated authority and under the supervision of the Associate Information System Officer or his/her designated mandated representative(s), the UN Volunteer will:

1.Develop design concepts, specifications and provide subject matter expertise for Physical Access Control, Video Surveillance and Analytics, Perimeter Intrusion Detection, and other physical security protection systems.
2.Assist in the implementation of all Physical Security System projects, policies, and procedures within their area of responsibility.
3.Take hands-on lead in developing, installing, implementing, and managing integrated security solutions.
4.Resolve complex system issues related to physical security systems and infrastructure.
5.Troubleshoot system performance issues and implement corrective actions.
6.Perform preventive maintenance actions including system back-ups, error log reviews, database size and integrity checks.
7.Evaluate and recommend commercial (COTS) applications and products.
8.Conduct research and post-installation testing and analysis of systems.
9.Provides physical security recommendations to meet and maintain compliance with organization and industry security standards.
10.Provide computer, peripheral, and software support for systems and devices associated with the Access Control and Video Surveillance Systems.
11.Actively monitor systems and troubleshoot system errors and malfunctions.
12.Undertake technical meetings with Safety and Security Section to gather data for preparation of project and operation activities.
13.Coordinate & manages vendor relationships within their area of responsibility to ensure all service level agreements are met.
14. Respond to emergency situations during or after hours for the purpose of resolving immediate safety/security and system concerns.
15.Train end-users on security system operation and other system support personnel.
16.Prepare cost estimates for procurement and installation of physical security systems.
17.Prepare, maintain and update electronic inventories of security hardware, software, product documentation and project drawings.

Languages
English, Level: Fluent, Required

Required Experience:
A minimum of 15 years proven experience in building and maintaining integrated physical security technologies such as electronic access control, video surveillance, motion sensors, intruder detection/alarms, chip-based pass and ID technologies is required.

Inclusivity statement:
United Nations Volunteers is an equal opportunity programme that welcomes applications from qualified professionals. We are committed to achieving diversity in terms of gender, care protected characteristics. As part of their adherence to the values of UNV, all UN Volunteers commit themselves to combat any form of discrimination, and to promoting respect for human rights and individual dignity, without distinction of a person’s race, sex, gender identity, religion, nationality, ethnic origin, sexual orientation, disability, pregnancy, age, language, social origin or other status.

Note on Covid-19 vaccination requirements
Selected candidates for certain occupational groups may be subject to inoculation (vaccination) requirements, including against SARS-CoV-2 (Covid-19) in line with the applicable host entity policy.

Living Conditions and other Remarks:
As this is a national UN Volunteer assignment, the UN Volunteer will be responsible for arranging his/her own housing and other living essentials. This position is based in (Beirut). National UN Volunteers are part of the malicious insurance plan. National UN Volunteers are expected to be culturally sensitive and adjust to the prevailing culture and traditions.

This Assignment falls under a Special Programme Initiative where Expertise Differential is equivalent to 100% of the Monthly Living Allowance.

Benefits package:
• Monthly Volunteer Living Allowance (VLA) USD 1,606.58
• Monthly Expertise Differential USD 1,606.58
• Annual and learning leaves;
• Medical and life Insurance
• Free access to different learning platforms.

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https://www.unv.org/volunteer-your-country-conditions-service