Specialist (Cyber Security)
NATO Communications and Information Agency (NCI Agency)Netherlands9 hours ago
Full-timeEngineering, Information Technology
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Primary Location
Netherlands-The Hague
NATO Body
NATO Communications and Information Agency (NCIA)
Schedule
Full-time
Application Deadline
12-Nov-2025, 11:59:00 PM
Salary (Pay Basis)
7,163.77
Grade
NATO Grade G15
Who we are:
For more than 70 years, NATO’s mission has been to preserve peace and security in the Alliance for nearly one billion citizens. The NATO Communications and Information Agency (NCIA) and its predecessors have worked tirelessly in providing the means that enable the connectedness and togetherness that keep our Alliance strong. We are the NCIA, a team of 3000 civilian and military staff in 29 locations throughout Europe, North America and Asia.
Our technology and cyber experts allow NATO to conduct critical operations, protect NATO’s airspace, make data-driven decisions, defend against cyber-attacks, secure NATO networks and maintain superiority in space. This is all possible because of our greatest force, our people. In order to keep this edge we aim to hire, train and retain the very best staff.
Our staff members represent both the diversity and unity of our Alliance. When you join the NCIA, you will be part of an organization where you can contribute authentically to the mission and purpose of NATO and help us keep our technological edge.
About the job:
Based in The Hague, Netherlands, you will join the Agency as we embark on a journey to transform our IT services to support NATO’s Digital Endeavour. You will join NATO Cyber Security Centre (NCSC), which is responsible for planning and executing all lifecycle management activities for cyber security. In executing this responsibility, NCSC provides specialist cyber security-related services covering the spectrum of scientific, technical, acquisition, operations, maintenance, and sustainment support, throughout the lifecycle of NATO Communications and Information Systems (CIS).
We are looking for a driven and enthusiastic Specialist (Cyber Security) who will take on the following roles and responsibilities:
About you:
The valuable knowledge and experience that you bring to this role are:
ü Identity and access management;
ü Security of cloud and virtualized networks;
ü Monitoring and detection.
ü Assessment of the state of cyber security, including risk management;
ü Technical writing and requirements analysis.
The NCIA prides itself on being an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to fostering an inclusive environment of mutual respect and value uniqueness and differences in gender, gender identity, race, ethnic or cultural origin, age, religion, sexual orientation and physical or neurocognitive ability.
Additional details on the conditions of application can be found via the NCIA career site.
Netherlands-The Hague
NATO Body
NATO Communications and Information Agency (NCIA)
Schedule
Full-time
Application Deadline
12-Nov-2025, 11:59:00 PM
Salary (Pay Basis)
7,163.77
Grade
NATO Grade G15
Who we are:
For more than 70 years, NATO’s mission has been to preserve peace and security in the Alliance for nearly one billion citizens. The NATO Communications and Information Agency (NCIA) and its predecessors have worked tirelessly in providing the means that enable the connectedness and togetherness that keep our Alliance strong. We are the NCIA, a team of 3000 civilian and military staff in 29 locations throughout Europe, North America and Asia.
Our technology and cyber experts allow NATO to conduct critical operations, protect NATO’s airspace, make data-driven decisions, defend against cyber-attacks, secure NATO networks and maintain superiority in space. This is all possible because of our greatest force, our people. In order to keep this edge we aim to hire, train and retain the very best staff.
Our staff members represent both the diversity and unity of our Alliance. When you join the NCIA, you will be part of an organization where you can contribute authentically to the mission and purpose of NATO and help us keep our technological edge.
About the job:
Based in The Hague, Netherlands, you will join the Agency as we embark on a journey to transform our IT services to support NATO’s Digital Endeavour. You will join NATO Cyber Security Centre (NCSC), which is responsible for planning and executing all lifecycle management activities for cyber security. In executing this responsibility, NCSC provides specialist cyber security-related services covering the spectrum of scientific, technical, acquisition, operations, maintenance, and sustainment support, throughout the lifecycle of NATO Communications and Information Systems (CIS).
We are looking for a driven and enthusiastic Specialist (Cyber Security) who will take on the following roles and responsibilities:
- Provide cyber security technical and professional guidance to scientific and engineering projects;
- Provide technical support to acquisition projects including, but not limited to, writing and reviewing cyber security requirements and specifications, contributing to contractor statements of work, supporting bids; evaluations, and project design, testing, and implementation;
- Develop cyber security use cases, strategies, and implementation plans;
- Participate in the formulation, planning, and execution of technical and scientific Programmes of Work.
About you:
The valuable knowledge and experience that you bring to this role are:
- Bachelor’s degree at a nationally recognised/certified university in a related discipline and 2 years post-related experience. Or exceptionally, the lack of a university degree may be compensated by the demonstration of a candidate’s particular abilities or experience that is/are of interest to NCI Agency, that is, at least 6 years extensive and progressive expertise in duties related to the function of the post;
- Knowledge of state-of-the-art in the following areas:
ü Identity and access management;
ü Security of cloud and virtualized networks;
ü Monitoring and detection.
- Confirmed experience in the following areas:
ü Assessment of the state of cyber security, including risk management;
ü Technical writing and requirements analysis.
- Recognised track record in dealing with stakeholders, understanding their needs, problems, and requests and proposing constructive ways ahead;
- Proven ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing with good briefing skills;
- Fluency in English, both written and spoken.
- Genuinely meaningful work as part of the most successful alliance in history;
- 5 year contract with competitive tax-free salary and household and children’s allowances;
- Privileges for expatriate staff including expatriation and education allowances (where appropriate) and additional home leave;
- Excellent private health insurance scheme;
- Generous annual leave of 30 days plus official holidays;
- NATO Pension Scheme;
- Development programs such as professional training, wellbeing, and more.
The NCIA prides itself on being an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to fostering an inclusive environment of mutual respect and value uniqueness and differences in gender, gender identity, race, ethnic or cultural origin, age, religion, sexual orientation and physical or neurocognitive ability.
Additional details on the conditions of application can be found via the NCIA career site.
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