Vacancy in the Directorate of Technology, Engineering and Quality.
ESA is an equal opportunity employer, committed to achieving diversity within the workforce and creating an inclusive working environment. We therefore welcome applications from all qualified candidates irrespective of gender, sexual orientation, ethnicity, beliefs, age, disability or other characteristics. Applications from women are encouraged.
This post is classified A2-A4 on the Coordinated Organisationsโ salary scale.
Location
ESTEC, Noordwijk, Netherlands
Description
System Security Engineer in the Systems Security Engineering Section (TEC-ESS), Radio Frequency Systems Technology Division, Electrical Department, Directorate of Technology, Engineering and Quality.
The Systems Security Engineering Section, in full respect of and compliance with the ESA Security Framework, covers the security engineering processes, techniques and technologies relating to the security of systems from end-to-end point, the subsystems, the elements and equipment contributing or implementing specific detection, mitigation and protection measures, the analysis and methodology for vulnerability and risk assessments and the accreditation and certification processes and standards, including system design tools and equipment.
Duties
Your tasks and responsibilities will include:
โข providing support to satcom projects and specifically to Secure Connectivity (IRISS), as well as to the various project reviews throughout the lifecycle of the project, including analysis and assessment of security related Requests for Deviations and Requests for Waivers;
โข reviewing and contributing to system security architecture and requirements and proposing improvements;
โข identifying and assessing security risks and potential vulnerabilities in security design and implementation and proposing the appropriate mitigations and required countermeasures;
โข monitoring system integration, testing, verification and validation and qualification, assessing compliance with the requirements and proposing treatment plans;
โข organising vulnerability assessment and penetration testing campaigns, assessing the findings, proposing mitigations and analysying collected evidence of fixed and mitigated vulnerabilities;
โข as a technical officer, proposing and supervise and following research and development activities in the area of satcom security with a particular focus on technologies relevant to Secure Connectivity (IRISS), for example 5G NTN;
โข continuously following technological trends and evolutions in the relevant scientific domains.
Technical competencies Very good knowledge of modern telecommunications systems and technologies Good knowledge of 5GKnowledge of SATCOM systems and protocolsVery good technical knowledge of modern secure network protocolsKnowledge of modern applied cryptographyGood knowledge of security threats against telecom systems and corresponding mitigationsKnowledge on security standards and security best practices.
Behavioural competencies
Result Orientation
Operational Efficiency
Fostering Cooperation
Relationship Management
Continuous Improvement
Forward Thinking
Education
A master's degree or PhD in telecommunications engineering is required for this post.
Additional requirements
- Industry security certifications such as CISSP or similar are considered a plus.
- Very good analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Strong communication, presentation and interpersonal skills with the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams and with industry.
- Knowledge on: 5G NTN (Non Terrestrial Networks), on system engineering and on threats against space missions is desirable.
- Technical knowledge on RF jamming / anti jamming techniques and on Information Security / Cyber Security is a plus.
Other information
For behavioural competencies expected from ESA staff in general, please refer to the ESA Competency Framework.
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The working languages of the Agency are English and French. A good knowledge of one of these is required. Knowledge of another Member State language would be an asset.
Applicants must be eligible to access technology and hardware which is subject to European and US export control regulations.
The Agency may require applicants to undergo selection tests.
At the Agency we value diversity and we welcome people with disabilities. Whenever possible, we seek to accommodate individuals with disabilities by providing the necessary support at the workplace. The Human Resources Department can also provide assistance during the recruitment process. If you would like to discuss this further please contact us email contact.human.resources@esa.int.
Please note that applications are only considered from nationals of one of the following States: Austria, Belgium, the Czech Republic, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Ireland, Italy, Luxembourg, the Netherlands, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, the United Kingdom and Canada, Latvia, Lithuania, Slovakia and Slovenia.
According to the ESA Convention, the recruitment of staff must take into account an adequate distribution of posts among nationals of the ESA Member States*. When short-listing for an interview, priority will first be given to internal candidates and secondly to external candidates from under-represented Member States*.
In accordance with the European Space Agencyโs security procedures and as part of the selection process, successful candidates will be required to undergo basic screening before appointment conducted by an external background screening service.
In principle, recruitment will be within the advertised grade band (A2-A4). However, if the selected candidate has less than four years of relevant professional experience following the completion of the masterโs degree, the position may be filled at A1 level.
*Member States, Associate Members or Cooperating States.