Cybersecurity Technical Analyst

Bern, Switzerland (and working from home) | 80-100%

This is how you can contribute

• Set up GovCERT's own infrastructure (servers, network systems, virtualised environment, etc.) and ensure it operates in a stable, high-performance and secure manner
• Build modern solutions for the operation of in-house developed applications
• Develop the tools for the detection, collection, processing and analysis of cyber threats, and devise innovative technical solutions for threat mitigation
• Monitor relevant threat actors in cyberspace and their tactics, techniques and procedures (TTPs) in order to produce timely and accurate technical cyber threat intelligence (CTI)
• Provide technical and organisational support to operators of critical infrastructure in managing cyber incidents (incident response) and implement appropriate countermeasures to defend against cyber threats
• Exchange information with relevant partners in Switzerland and abroad on the current threat situation in cyberspace
  
  

This makes you unique

• University degree or equivalent qualification in computer science, information security or equivalent experience gained through professional practice
• Very good technical knowledge of Linux/Unix operating systems, common network protocols and current technologies (such as Elastic and ClickHouse)
• Extensive experience in operating on-premise solutions and network components such as firewalls and routers
• Solution-oriented mindset
• In-depth knowledge of both Bash and Python scripting languages
• Willingness to undertake periodic on-call duty and occasional assignments
• Very good knowledge of two official languages and passive knowledge of the third official language, as well as very good English skills
  
  

In a nutshell

Would you like to play a part in the future of national cybersecurity and contribute to the common good? The Government Computer Emergency Response Team (GovCERT), as a national specialist service, analyses cyber threats and supports operators of critical infrastructure, the Swiss economy and the authorities in managing cyberincidents. To this end, it operates its own IT infrastructure. If you have technical knowledge and are ready to join a highly motivated and flexible team, don't hesitate to send us your application now!

Our benefits

• Working for Switzerland We are committed to the successful Swiss model and work for the public good.
• Embracing diversity Thanks to equal opportunities, we draw on our expertise and contribute different perspectives.
• Staying healthy at work We support and advise our employees in the area of physical and mental health.
  
  

All benefits

Your commitment to cyber security in Switzerland

The National Cyber Security Centre (NCSC) is the federal government's centre of expertise for matters of cyber security and the first point of contact for businesses, public authorities, educational institutions and the public on cyber-related issues. The NCSC raises awareness and alerts the public and public authorities to cyberthreats and cyberattacks. It processes reports on incidents and threats in cyberspace, and provides technical analysis to help operators of critical infrastructure, in particular, respond to cyberattacks. The NCSC also makes recommendations on measures to counter cyber incidents and address vulnerabilities.

Additional information

Please apply via our application management system. To do so, click on «Apply now». We are unable to consider recruitment agencies for this vacancy.

Questions about the position

Monica Ratte Co-head GovCERT +41 58 46 71110

Roman Hüssy Co-head GovCERT +41 58 46 25568