In accordance with the Labour Code of the Republic of Albania, Council of Ministers Decision No. 531 dated 07.09.2023 “On the establishment of the state-owned joint-stock company ‘Centralized Purchasing Operator’ JSC for carrying out special public procurement procedures on behalf and for the account of the Prime Minister’s Office, Ministries and subordinate institutions”, as well as Council of Ministers Decision No. 504 dated 10.09.2025 “On certain amendments to Decision No. 531 dated 07.09.2025”, the Centralized Purchasing Operator announces a competition for a vacant position:
Information Security Expert
The general job description for the above position is as follows:
The Information Security Specialist is responsible for monitoring, implementing and improving information security measures within the institution, with the aim of ensuring the confidentiality, integrity and availability of systems, networks and data.
The main duties of the position are as follows:
Developing and implementing information security policies, including updating, monitoring and enforcing information security policies, procedures and regulations, and ensuring compliance of institutional practices with legal requirements and relevant standards.
Managing risk through the identification, analysis and assessment of risks related to the institution’s information systems and digital assets.
Cybersecurity monitoring (supervising networks, servers and IT systems to identify unusual or suspicious activities).
Data protection, ensuring confidentiality, monitoring backup and data recovery processes, and verifying compliance with legal requirements for personal data and information protection.
GENERAL REQUIREMENTS:
High professional and moral integrity;
Albanian citizenship;
Full legal capacity to act;
Good health condition enabling the performance of duties;
No final criminal conviction;
Not under investigation or trial.
SPECIFIC REQUIREMENTS:
University degree in computer science fields such as informatics, economic informatics, computer engineering or related fields;
At least 3 (three) years of work experience in the IT field;
Knowledge of security monitoring and cybersecurity;
Very good command of the English language;
Good communication and teamwork skills;
Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite and web browsers.
APPLICATION SUBMISSION:
Candidates must submit their application documents by post no later than 02.07.2026 to the Centralized Purchasing Operator at the address: Rruga “Reshit Çollaku”, Building No. 6/337 (next to the Supreme Court), including the following documents:
Application letter clearly stating the position applied for;
Updated CV including contact details and email address;
Notarized copy of diploma;
Copy of work booklet or equivalent document proving work experience;
Copies of qualification certificates (if any);
Copies of foreign language certificates (if any);
Certificate of criminal record;
Certificate of medical fitness.
The documentation will be processed in accordance with Law No. 9887, dated 10.03.2008, “On Personal Data Protection”.