Communication Systems & Technology Engineer

We are looking for a ​Communication Systems & Technology Engineer​ on behalf of the European Space Agency (ESA) for their location in ​Noordwijk, The Netherlands​, to join their ​System Security Section​.  

Please note, the successful candidate will be employed by ATG Europe (or one of its subsidiaries). Furthermore, upon selection, they will be subject to a general security screening performed by an external provider (further information will be provided at interview stage). 

The successful candidate will be tasked with, but not limited to: 

• Support to the definition/evolution of the security frameworks for all Earth Observation (EO) programs; 

• Participate in program reviews of projects, assessing the security design, implementation, qualification and validation, to ensure development is in line with relevant program cyber security requirements; 

• Review and contribute to system security architecture and system security requirements; 

• Analyse and access security related Requests for Deviations / Requests for Waivers and recommend proposed way forward; 

• Support to the execution of security risk assessment, security requirements (SSRS) definition and preparation of security treatment plan; 

• Organise vulnerability assessment and penetration testing campaigns, assess the findings, propose mitigations, and analyse collected evidence of fixed and mitigated vulnerabilities; 

• Support the development and maintenance of various technical documents (security requirements, security management plans, etc.); 

• Follow System Integration, Testing, Verification and Validation, assess compliance to the security requirements and propose treatment plans; 

• Foster new security application areas for multidisciplinary activities, placing emphasis on innovative concepts, cutting-edge technologies and system architectures in the field of cyber security; 

• Provide technical expertise regarding design, implementation and operations of security services and architectures; 

• Support to technical management of selected contracts in the security domain (e.g. the new Coordination Service – Security management for Copernicus Space Component); 

• Support to the PSSO (Project / System Security Officer) in security incident handling coordination and security deviation management; 

• Support PSSO in managing DPNR and compliance with ESA PDP and EU GDPR; 

• Continuously follow technological trends and evolutions at the scientific fields relevant for this position. 

ATG is dedicated to diversity and inclusion and is an equal opportunity employer. Regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, handicap or any other reason protected by relevant state or municipal legislation, we are pleased to consider all eligible candidates for employment. 

Please ensure that your CV clearly explains how you meet the essential requirements. If it doesn’t align completely with the essential criteria, it could result in rejection. 

• A Master or PhD degree or equivalent in Engineering (preferably in computer science / cyber security, or telecom, or aerospace or navigation); 

• At least 4 years of relevant experience;  

• Experience in Security risk assessment, vulnerability management and penetration testing (meant as a capability to understand if it is being conducted according to best practices, define rules of engagement, understand reports); 

• Extensive knowledge related to Security policies, best practices, standards, and procedures (NIST, ISO, FIPS, Common Criteria, MITRE, etc.);  

• Experience in security risk treatment measures definition and design of security architectures encompassing intrusion detection systems, firewalls, anti-virus software, log management, authentication systems, content filtering, SIEM, SOAR, etc.; 

• Experience dealing with sensitive information and material involving National state interest, or EU interests; 

• Very good knowledge of security best practices; 

• Knowledge of Information Security Management Systems. Experience in IT systems and security matters, proved through external certifications (such as CISSP, GIAC, etc..); 

• Candidates must be eligible: 

• To obtain a security personal clearance from an EU Member State national security administration;  

• To access technology and hardware which is subject to European and US export control regulations. 

• Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the EU;  

• Fluency in English, both written and spoken. 

Please submit your application in English via the apply button below. Applications submitted in other languages will not be considered.