Protective Security Assistant at NATO

Brunssum, Limburg, Netherlands -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

28 May, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

27 Feb, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Security Controls Maintenance, Risk Communication, Policy Development, Personal Data Legislation Guidance, Security Support Response, Record Maintenance, Administrative Support, Physical Security, Personnel Security, Industrial Security, Business Security, Information Security, Access Control, Visitor Management, CIS Security, Emergency Planning

Industry

IT Services and IT Consulting

Description

Who we are: For more than 70 years, NATO’s mission has been to preserve peace and security in the Alliance for nearly one billion citizens. The NATO Communications and Information Agency (NCIA) and its predecessors have worked tirelessly in providing the means that enable the connectedness and togetherness that keep our Alliance strong. We are the NCIA, a team of 3000 civilian and military staff in 29 locations throughout Europe, North America and Asia. Our technology and cyber experts allow NATO to conduct critical operations, protect NATO’s airspace, make data-driven decisions, defend against cyber-attacks, secure NATO networks and maintain superiority in space. This is all possible because of our greatest force, our people. In order to keep this edge we aim to hire, train and retain the very best staff. Our staff members represent both the diversity and unity of our Alliance. When you join the NCIA, you will be part of an organization where you can contribute authentically to the mission and purpose of NATO and help us keep our technological edge. About the job: Based in Brunssum, The Netherlands, you will join the Agency as we embark on a journey to transform our IT services to support NATO’s Digital Endeavour. You will join CSSC, which provides effective static and deployable Information Communications Technology (ICT) system repair and maintenance as well as ICT Hardware Asset Management (AM) services in support of NATO operations, exercises and training. As the Central Warehouse for ICT Hardware within NATO, CSSC is responsible for the supply activities associated with stock management, procurement, delivery, receipt and through life management of all ICT hardware items. CSSC personnel are located within the central hub in Brunssum as well as the three Forward Support Points at Bydgoszcz, Grazzanise and Wesel. We are looking for a driven and enthusiastic Protective Security Assistant, who will take on the following roles and responsibilities: Applies and maintains specific security controls as required by organisational policy and local risk assessments. Communicates security risks and issues to business managers and others. Contributes to the development of policy, standards and guidelines related to personal data legislation. Provides expert advice and guidance on implementing personal data legislation controls in products, services and systems. Receives and responds to routine requests for security support. Maintains records and advises relevant persons of actions taken. Provides administrative support function to teams and meetings. Takes an active part in team meetings. Perform day-to-day administration and efficient execution of the CSSC OoS operations, with particular emphasis on Physical, Personnel, Industrial and overall Business security, as well as security of information, access control, visitor(s) management, CIS security, emergency planning and response; Maintain CSSC Personnel Security records information in EBA, ensuring staff possess appropriate level of security clearance for the post they are required to fill. For a full list of duties, please review the job description on the NCIA career site. About you: The valuable knowledge and experience that you bring to this role are: Higher vocational training in a relevant discipline (such as Security, Telecommunications Security, Computer Sciences, Cyber Security, Forensics Security, Cryptographic Security, or information Assurance specialization) with 2 years post-related experience; or a secondary educational qualification with 4 years post-related experience; Strong understanding of telecommunication, networking, and information technology solutions and products; Proven experience in monitoring the performance of CIS project; Solid knowledge and hands-on experience in conducting risk assessments, identifying security vulnerabilities, and implementing corrective actions; Comprehensive understanding of military and governmental INFOSEC, COMPUSEC, and SECOPS security policies, standards, and procedures; Knowledge of Personnel and Physical Security processes and procedures; Knowledge and experience of handling Security related Office tools; Fluency in English, both written and spoken. What we offer: Genuinely meaningful work as part of the most successful alliance in history; 5 year contract with competitive tax-free salary and household and children’s allowances; Privileges for expatriate staff including expatriation and education allowances (where appropriate) and additional home leave; Excellent private health insurance scheme; Generous annual leave of 30 days plus official holidays; NATO Pension Scheme; Development programs such as professional training, wellbeing, and more. To learn more about NCIA and our work, please visit our website. The NCIA prides itself on being an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to fostering an inclusive environment of mutual respect and value uniqueness and differences in gender, gender identity, race, ethnic or cultural origin, age, religion, sexual orientation and physical or neurocognitive ability. Additional details on the conditions of application can be found via the NCIA career site.

Responsibilities

The assistant will apply and maintain specific security controls, communicate risks, and contribute to the development of policies related to personal data legislation. Responsibilities also include performing day-to-day administration focusing on physical, personnel, industrial, and overall business security, including managing personnel security records.