Project / System Security Officer (PSSO)

We are looking for a Project/System Security Officer (PSSO) in the Space Transportation Security and Compliance Office, Infrastructure and Value Chain, Directorate of Space Transportation. Our mission is to provide and implement a space transportation strategy that gives institutional and commercial actors in ESA’s Member States an autonomous gateway to space.

The Role: You will be responsible for the daily management of all IT and cyber-related security aspects. This position is currently based at ESA/ESRIN (Frascati), but could also be located at ESA/HQ (Paris), and is under the responsibility of the Head of the Space Transportation Security and Compliance Office. Your tasks and responsibilities will include supervising and ensuring the security of the Directorate’s communication and information systems (CIS) at corporate and space project level. You will also be responsible for implementing the security of the CIS in accordance with an information security management system based on a security risk assessment conducted throughout the project’s or programme’s lifetime.

Job Requirements: You must have at least 10 years of professional experience in the field. Knowledge of ESA Security Directives, ECSS standards, export control laws (ITAR and EAR) and GDPR would be an asset. Experience of security accreditation processes, compliance audits and certification frameworks for space programmes. In-depth knowledge of ESA space programmes such as Space Rider, Vega and Ariane (with proven experience of having supported space programmes in security-related matters). Professional qualifications/certification such as ISO 27001/22301/31000 Auditor, CISSP, CISM, CRISC or TOGAF would be highly beneficial.

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.

Application Details: You will have to undergo a security procedure/investigation from your parent national security authority in order to obtain personnel security clearance. Once selected, you will have to follow ESA internal training based on the ESA Security Directives and pass the related tests organised by the ESA Security Office in order to be confirmed in the position. Full professional proficiency in English (both spoken and written) is indispensable. Good knowledge of French would be an additional asset.