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Post of Duty: Trinidad and Tobago

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About this position

The Innovation in Citizen Services Division (ICS) is looking for a cybersecurity expert to develop procurement artifacts for cybersecurity services in support of the Ministry of Digital Transformation in Trinidad and Tobago (MDT). As a technical consultant you will develop a comprehensive and strategically aligned Request for Proposal (RFP) to be issued to firms shortlisted by MDT for a consultancy to provide 24/7/365 cybersecurity services to the Government of the Republic of Trinidad and Tobago. These services include capability development services through knowledge transfer; proactive protection and detection; and reactive incident response and recovery, digital forensics, crisis management, and post-incident threat detection. The goal is to minimize the impact of cyber-attacks and expedite recovery with an effective team of analysts, all towards ensuring a high-quality customer experience.

You will work within the context of the ICS Data-Driven Digital Government Cluster (DDG). ICS’s mission is to strengthen the institutional capacity of the state to deliver better services to citizens using innovative digital solutions, to support the modernization of public management, and to promote citizen safety and security. DDG supports LAC countries in improving the quality of services for their citizens and businesses. To do so, DDG promotes operational efficiency in government agencies at all levels, through digital transformation and the use of information technologies.

What you’ll do

1. Conduct a rapid market research and security trend analysis to shape the terms of reference (ToR) with clear objectives, scope, deliverables, and selection criteria. The consultant will also estimate costs, and identify local, regional, and international sources of expertise.
2. Work closely with cybersecurity and digital transformation experts from MDT, iGovTT, and Trinidad and Tobago Cyber Security Incident Response Team (TT-CSIRT) as well as other key government agencies to incorporate their specialized insights, making sure the ToR within the RFP address their specific requirements for safeguarding the nation’s digital infrastructure.
3. Provide expert advice on conceptualizing the procurement documents related to the cybersecurity consultancy. This includes providing guidance on appropriate models for complex security solutions, setting vendor qualifications, and ensuring adherence to IDB procurement policies as well as both local and international cybersecurity standards.
4. Revise and update preliminary draft of the ToR to provide clear guidelines to shortlisted vendors that will help ensure the technical quality and financial viability of bids in alignment with the strategic objectives of MDT. These guidelines should include details on the services to be provided; the key activities to be undertaken in providing said services; minimum performance requirements; the tests, standards, and methods that will be employed to judge the conformity of services performed with technical specifications; as well as any other pertinent terms and conditions.
5. Respond to technical questions during the EOI and RFP phases and assist with contract negotiations to ensure timely responses to clarifications sought and adherence to the intent of the evaluation criteria.

   Deliverables and Payments Timeline

   Deliverable #

   Percentage

   Planned Date to Submit

   1. Workplan: outlining the project scope, objectives, methodology, and includes an action plan with timelines for all deliverables.

   15

   September 23, 2024

   2. Market Analysis Summary: outlining an executive summary of the cybersecurity market for 24/7/365 cybersecurity services to national governments, highlighting relevant key cybersecurity service vendors locally, regionally, and internationally, along with their capabilities and benchmark pricing.

   20

   October 2, 2024

   3. Draft Cybersecurity Procurement Documents Compilation: including the initial set of procurement documents (i.e. TOR and RFP). It will outline qualifications, requirements, and evaluation criteria for cybersecurity vendors, which will be used for strategic solicitation.

   25

   October 8, 2024

   4. Final Revised Cybersecurity Procurement Documents: incorporating feedback from stakeholders into the draft documents and finalizing them.

   30

   October 14, 2024

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   5. Final report: summarizing responses to the RFP and EOI phases.

   10

   November 28, 2024

   What you'll need

   • Education: A Master’s or PhD in Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related field. Specializations in cybersecurity, digital infrastructure protection, or risk management are highly valuable. Certifications that focus on cybersecurity methodologies, emerging technologies related to cyber security and project management, such as Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP) or Certified Information Security Manager (CISM), would be beneficial.
   • Experience: At least 10 years’ experience in cybersecurity, particularly in roles that involve the technical development and evaluation of cybersecurity projects. The ideal candidate should have a strong background in designing and refining cybersecurity procurement documents, such as Terms of References (TORs) and Requests for Proposals (RFPs). This experience should include conducting detailed market analyses to identify suitable vendors, assessing the technical and financial aspects of proposals, and ensuring compliance with established cybersecurity standards. Familiarity with negotiating contract terms that focus on robust cybersecurity measures and adherence to both local and international standards is essential. The candidate should also have a proven track record of working effectively within project teams and contributing to the successful completion of project deliverables.
   • Languages: Proficiency in English.

     Key skills

     • Deep understanding of global cybersecurity standards such as ISO 27001, NIST, and PCI-DSS.
     • Proficiency in specialized areas of cybersecurity, including network security, cloud security, and data protection.
     • Understanding of strategic procurement processes that embed innovative and future-proofing strategies within TORs and contracts.
     • Knowledge of advanced procurement strategies that ensure TORs stay relevant amidst rapidly evolving cyber threats.
     • Ability to integrate complex cybersecurity requirements into strategic procurement documents, foreseeing future needs and embedding flexibility and scalability.
     • Strong communication and negotiation skills to effectively convey complex technical requirements and aid in the negotiation of strategic terms.

       Requirements

       • Citizenship: You are either a citizen of Trinidad and Tobago or a citizen of one of our 48-member countries eligible to obtain a valid residency or legal permit to work in Trinidad and Tobago without the need for sponsorship by the IDB.
       • Consanguinity: You have no family members (up to the fourth degree of consanguinity and second degree of affinity, including spouse) working at the IDB, IDB Invest, or IDB Lab.

         Type of contract and duration

         • Type of contract: Products and External Services Consultant (PEC), Lump Sum.
         • Length of contract: 3 months.
         • Work Location: Trinidad and Tobago with remote work accommodated.

           Our culture

           At the IDB Group we work so everyone brings their best and authentic selves to work, willing to try new approaches without fear, and where they are accountable and rewarded for their actions.

           Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging (DEIB) are at the center of our organization. We celebrate all dimensions of diversity and encourage women, LGBTQ+ people, persons with disabilities, Afro-descendants, and Indigenous people to apply.

           We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job interview process. If you are a qualified candidate with a disability, please e-mail us at diversity@iadb.org to request reasonable accommodation to complete this application.

           Our Human Resources Team reviews carefully every application.

           About the IDB Group

           The IDB Group, composed of the Inter-American Development Bank (IDB), IDB Invest, and the IDB Lab offers flexible financing solutions to its member countries to finance economic and social development through lending and grants to public and private entities in Latin America and the Caribbean.

           About IDB

           We work to improve lives in Latin America and the Caribbean. Through financial and technical support for countries working to reduce poverty and inequality, we help improve health and education and advance infrastructure. Our aim is to achieve development in a sustainable, climate-friendly way. With a history dating back to 1959, today we are the leading source of development financing for Latin America and the Caribbean. We provide loans, grants, and technical assistance; and we conduct extensive research. We maintain a strong commitment to achieving measurable results and the highest standards of integrity, transparency, and accountability.

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           Additional Information

           • External Opening Date: Aug 19, 2024
           • External Closing Date: Aug 23, 2024
           • External Contact Email: hrsc@iadb.org
           • External Contact Name: HR Service Center
           • Job Field: Technical Support