[6422] Specialist Public Key Infrastructure

Start date: Negotiable
Clearance: NATO Secret
Location: Brussels

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.
• Has very good understanding of PKI, including applicable RFCs and other standards, backed with practical implementation experience and/or experience in drafting PKI regulatory frameworks.
• 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.
• Possess experience in audit procedures, audit execution and post-audit remediation planning.
• Demonstrate experience with risk management, as applied to cryptographic and/or cyber security fields.
• Knowledge of NATO’s internal structures, decision-making processes, stakeholder environment and civil-military working practices, gained through relevant professional experience is desirable.
• 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.
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TASKS:

The incumbent must be able to perform effectively and efficiently with minimal supervision the tasks described below.
• Prepare draft documents related to NATO cryptography with focus on Public Key Infrastructure (PKI) and coordinate their approval through dedicated Working Groups and Committees.
• Provide expertise in the field of cryptography (including post-quantum cryptography) and PKI in support of ongoing NATO and national initiatives.
• Manage organization of events and develop records of the meetings.
• Act as a secretary or staff support for different working groups.
• Support conducting audits of systems and entities within the Organization.
• Prepare presentations, speeches and speaking notes for senior officials as directed.
• Provide continuous and quality executive advice to the Staff Officers on the relationship with the NATO cryptographic stakeholders.
• Manage the cryptographic communities of interest portals and support external engagement.