C004920 Cyber Security Officer; CTS - MON

Key Duties

• Applies and maintains specific security controls as required by organisational policy and local risk assessments.
• Communicates security risks and issues to business managers and others.
• Performs basic risk assessments for small information systems.
• Contributes to the identification of risks that arise from potential technical solution architectures.
• Suggests alternate solutions or countermeasures to mitigate risks.
• Defines secure systems configurations in compliance with intended architectures.
• Supports investigation of suspected attacks and security breaches.
• Leads a team of 3-4 Cyber Security and COMSEC personnel through day-to-day operations.
• Responsible as the Cyber Security Section Head for the administration of all aspects of Cyber Security activities in coordination with the NATO Cyber Security Centre (NCSC), to include, but not limited to, boundary protection management, data loss prevention and enterprise antimalware.
• Schedule, coordinate and facilitate security audits and inspections, manage post inspection actions.
• Supervises monitoring, testing, evaluating computer security systems and the evaluation of Cyber Security aspects of CIS Accreditation.
• Plans and as necessary implements Cyber Security services in support of Agency SLs, DSO, Strat and other Agency organizational elements as applicable.
• Can support physical task requirements with the ability to lift up to 25 lbs.
• Deputise for higher grade staff as required.
• Performs other duties as required.

• Security clearance (COSMIC TOP SECRET-ATOMAL, CTS-A) valid at time of submission and covering contract period.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in Windows Server security hardening, including implementation of security baselines, policy enforcement, vulnerability mitigation and system compliance.
• At least 3 years of experience with Trellix ePolicy Orchestrator and Trellix Endpoint Security, including Trellix Data Loss Prevention and Trellix Application Control (or equivalent security software) and 2 years experience with system security, security architecture, network security engineering, security governance and risk management.
• Detailed knowledge and working experience of security and networking technologies including IPv4, software‑based firewalls, VPNs, intrusion detection and forensic tools.
• Practical experience with wireless LAN technologies and endpoint security of mobile devices including laptops, tablets and smartphones; security incident handling, interpretation of Cyber Security audit results and conducting risk assessments; identifying and mitigating security vulnerabilities.
• Supporting NATO Enterprise CIS, knowledge of NATO responsibilities and organization, including NATO Command Structure, ACO & ACT and knowledge of NATO Security Policy and supporting directives.
• CISM or CISSP Certification.
• Bachelor's degree at a nationally certified University in a related discipline and 2 years post‑related experience (exceptionally demonstration of 6+ years extensive and progressive expertise may be considered).
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Demonstrated ability to handle stressful situations with calmness, ensuring the user feels supported throughout their interaction.
• Empathetic and patient, understanding the frustrations users may feel and aiming to alleviate them. Positive attitude and a genuine desire to assist and educate user.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, capable of conveying complex technical information in a user‑friendly manner.
• Strong analytical skills, capable of quickly identifying issues and determining the most efficient resolution.
• Level 3 English language skills according to NATO STANAG 6001: 3333 or according to Common European Framework of Reference for Language level B2‑C1/Upper Intermediate‑Advanced level.
• Knowledge and working experience:
  Palo Alto Enterprise firewalls, Public Key Infrastructure, McAfee Endpoint Security Enterprise solutions.
• Knowledge and experience with Windows Server 2022, 2019, 2016 and Windows 11, Windows 10 operating system environments.
• Experience in managing centralized endpoint security (AV, DLP, Application Control, drive…