[6421] Staff Support - Cryptographic Modernisation and Risks

Start date: Negotiable
Clearance: NATO Secret
Location: Brussels

Requirements:
The candidate must meet the following requirements:
• A university degree in Computer or Communication Science, Information Management, Information Security, or a related field.
• Demonstrated experience (5+ years) in post-related field.
• Possess comprehensive knowledge of the principles network security and symmetric and asymmetric cryptography; including quantum threat to cryptography.
• It is desirable that the contractor has previous experience with NATO-related cryptographic issues, such as the use of Type A algorithms, symmetric key distribution in a military environment and NATO policies on cryptography and cryptography procurement.
• Demonstrate experience with risk management as applied to cryptographic and/or cyber security fields, including creation of related artifacts, estimation and evaluation methodologies, risk mitigation planning and escalation process.
• Knowledge of NATO’s internal structures, decision-making processes, stakeholder environment and civil-military working practices, gained through relevant professional experience is desirable.
• Possess excellent written and spoken English (SLP 4343+), with the ability to communicate complex technical and policy issues clearly to a range of stakeholders.
• The contractor must have proven communication and negotiation skills matured within a large international environment.
9. SECURITY AND NON-DISCLOSURE AGREEMENT
• The contractor providing the services under this SOW is required to hold a valid NATO SECRET security clearance at the time of proposal submission. •