Work for the IMF. Work for the World.
The Information Technology Department (ITD) at the IMF is more than just a support function; it is a critical catalyst for change. We champion the seamless integration of cutting-edge technology solutions, ensuring the IMF's mission is propelled by innovation and efficiency.
Within the IT department, the Information Security and Governance (ISG) division and other first-line cybersecurity teams stand as guardians of integrity and a beacon of trust. We are not just about managing risks; we are about envisioning, enabling, and implementing a secure future for global economic stability. Our teams are dedicated to:
Crafting and executing a forward-thinking and resilient Cybersecurity Strategy.
Enacting inclusive governance that balances security needs with operational fluidity.
Developing policies and standards that stay ahead of the threat landscape.
Ensuring compliance, resilience, and agility in our cybersecurity posture.
Engaging in relentless evaluation, management, and tracking of cybersecurity and digital risks linked to the utilization of the IMF’s information assets, ensuring a secure operational framework.
Continuously enriching our annual information security culture, awareness, and education initiative, fostering a security-conscious environment across the organization.
Administering a compliance management program dedicated to maintaining firm adherence to the IMF's information security policies and standards.
Preserving a solid enterprise security reference architecture that acts as a safeguard for the IMF's information assets against pertinent threats.
Engineering, implementing, and sustaining secure and resilient technological solutions, spanning both on-premises and cloud infrastructures, to support the IMF's mission.
Overseeing cyber threat intelligence, incident management, digital forensics, and investigations, alongside championing innovation in cybersecurity practices to achieve operational excellence and deliver value promptly.
As we expand our efforts to serve the IMF's staff and its members more effectively, we invite seasoned cybersecurity professionals to our elite cybersecurity teams. We are looking for individuals with the requisite skills and expertise to address the current and forthcoming cybersecurity and business challenges faced by the IMF.
Job Summary
The Information Technology Department (ITD)’s Information Security and Governance (ISG) division of the International Monetary Fund (IMF) is seeking to fill a Security Analyst/Senior Security Analyst (Red Team) position.
Under the general supervision of an information security assurance manager, the Security Analyst/Senior Security Analyst (Red Team), is responsible for planning, executing, and managing adversarial simulation exercises to assess and improve the organization's security posture. This role leads offensive security assessments, emulates real-world threat actors, and collaborates with several IT and cybersecurity teams to identify security gaps, test detection capabilities, and enhance organizational readiness to respond to cyber-attacks.
Minimum Qualifications
Education
Bachelor's degree in information security, computer science, engineering, mathematics, business, or related field of study plus a minimum of 10 years of relevant experience working in an offensive security/red teaming role including network, mobile, cloud, social engineering, scripting, etc.;
OR
Advanced degree in Information Security, computer science, engineering, mathematics, business, or related field of study plus a minimum of 4 years of relevant experience working in an offensive security/red teaming role including network, mobile, cloud, social engineering, scripting, etc..
Certifications: (Minimum plus at least 2 preferred)
OSCP