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Join the forefront of space mission security with ESA's dynamic team
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Salary
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Location
Darmstadt, DE
Expires
Expires at anytime
Organisation summary: The European Space Agency (ESA) is at the helm of Europe's space exploration, contributing to the safety and success of numerous missions. As an integral part of the Technical and Management Support Office, you'll have the chance to work within the prestigious Directorate of Operations, ensuring the security of groundbreaking space missions. ESA is committed to diversity, inclusivity, and providing a supportive work environment for all.
- Provide operational security support for both ESOC and partner missions.
- Assist in implementing ESA security policies and support operations preparations.
- Collaborate with the Cyber Security Manager and team leaders on security mandates.
- Master's degree in a STEM field required.
- Eligibility for personal security clearance is a must.
- Security certifications such as CISSP, CISM, or PSC are beneficial.
- Experience in security engineering and standards, particularly in space, is essential.
- Knowledge of ground segment design, operations, and mission planning is valuable.
- Ability to adapt and prioritize in a multi-faceted operational environment.
- Applicants must meet European and US export control regulations and national security clearances.
- The recruitment process may include selection tests and external background screening.
We are looking for a Mission Operations Security Officer to join our team in the Technical and Management Support Office, Mission Operations Department (OPS-O), Directorate of Operations (D/OPS), within the area of mission security. Our office is responsible for providing expertise in mission security for the ground segment and operations to missions entrusted to ESOC or supported by D/OPS.
The Role: You will support missions with operational security aspects and will assist the leader of the team handling mission operations security and the Cyber Security Manager (CSM) in their mandates, identifying and supporting the implementation of ESA security policy for the missions operated by the Department as well as the operations preparations. You will also provide support for security-related matters to missions operated by institutional and commercial partners.
Job Requirements: A master's degree in a STEM subject is required for this post. You must be eligible for personal security clearance by the relevant national authorities. Security certifications such as CISSP or CISM and PSC would be an asset. Experience in security engineering and standards, preferably applied to space, is mandatory. Experience in managing the human factor of information security, in ground segment design, operations and mission planning and scheduling aspects, as well as knowledge and direct experience in both spacecraft platform and subsystem operations are considered assets for the position. Flexibility, adaptability, and the ability to prioritise tasks in a multi-subject/multi-project operational environment are required.
Benefits: We are 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. 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.
Application Details: Applicants must be eligible to access technology and hardware which is subject to European and US export control regulations & security clearance by their national security administrations. During the recruitment process, the Agency may request applicants to undergo selection tests. Additionally, successful candidates will need to undergo basic screening before appointment, which will be conducted by an external background screening service, in compliance with the European Space Agency's security procedures.
