Are you looking for a new opportunity to take your career to a higher orbit? To join an international group with a successful track record in Space Engineering? A job adapted to your career ambitions and in which you could have an impact for the years to come?

On behalf of ESA, we are looking for a Security Operations Coordination Engineer with an affinity with Telecommunication or Radio Frequency, to work at ESTEC’s premises in the city of Noordwijk, The Netherlands.

About the client and location

The European Space Research and Technology Centre (ESTEC) is the European Space Agency’s (ESA) base in Noordwijk, the Netherlands. As ESA’s largest test centre, it is responsible for the majority of space technology and spacecraft development through varying phases of production.

Tasks and activities

The scope of work will include:

• Support the Security Officer in the Secure Laboratory of the System Security Section, as a focal point.
• Enable and ensure the applicability of the security operation procedures (SECOPS) of the Secure Laboratory.
• Ensure the correct operations of the laboratory in line with applicable security requirements and operational security constraints, in particular for asset classification/control and physical, personnel and document security.
• Coordinate routine operational and maintenance activities, such as maintenance of required databases and action items, reporting on activities, supporting lab personnel, disseminating information and organizing dedicated training or briefings as required, etc.
• Interface with the TEC Security Officer, ESA Security Office (ESO) and ESA Projects Security Officers.
• Interface with the users to capture their requests and enable their implementation.
• Ensure daily coverage of nominal and emergency operations in coordination with other security officers or laboratory managers/coordinators.
• Coordinate with laboratory managers/coordinators within the TEC directorate.
• Act as a Project / System Security Officer (PSSO) or alternate Security Officer (SO).
• Debrief the Security Officer and the Heads of Section on daily operations of the Laboratories.
• Propose developments needed to enhance the security of space systems and assist ESA Technical Officers on Research and Development activities.

Skills and experience

The following skills and experience are mandatory:

• A Master or PhD degree or equivalent in Engineering (preferably in computer science / cyber security, or telecom, or aerospace or navigation).
• Experience in coordinating and executing security processes.
• Experience in coordinating technical laboratories and their activities.
• Experience in dealing with sensitive information and material involving National state interest, or EU interests.
• Very good knowledge in security best practices.
• Knowledge on Information Security Management Systems.
• Knowledge of RF systems for Communications or Navigation, including but not limited to antenna, amplifiers, SDR, modems, GNSS receivers, etc.
• Experience in IT systems and security matters, proved through external certifications (such as CISSP, CCNA, COMPTIA+, etc.)
• Desire to work both autonomously and as part of a team, in an international multicultural environment.
• Solution oriented mindset, with a customer focused communication skill.
• Fluent in English, both written and spoken.
• Eligibility for a security personal clearance from an EU Member State national security administration.

Why should you apply?

• You will have the opportunity to work within leading space organisations across Europe.
• We encourage everyone to think outside the box and to push the boundaries of traditional knowledge. This role is an opportunity to join a forward-thinking company and allows for a deeper understanding of the industry.
• To be part of a company that values integrity, inspiration, care and collaboration.
• Benefits include: competitive remuneration packages; unique career opportunities, including working in other countries; access to training and development programmes; flexible relocation support.

We welcome applications from people with disabilities, members of ethnic minorities, all genders, LGBTQ+ individuals and ex-service personnel.