Network security engineer for NATO with security clearance

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Italy · Full-time · Entry

Would you like to join the leading international intergovernmental organization?

The Centre for Maritime Research and Experimentation (CMRE) is an established, world-class scientific research and experimentation facility that organizes and conducts scientific research and technology development centred on the maritime domain. It delivers innovative and field-tested science and technology (S&T) solutions to address defence and security needs of the Alliance.

Responsibilities:

Implement and operate security controls within accreditation frameworks for enterprise systems, networks, and critical infrastructure including autonomous vehicles and data acquisition
Manage and maintain communication and information systems including network devices, firewalls, and virtualized security environments
Conduct security testing, breach analysis, and root cause investigations to identify vulnerabilities and implement remediation strategies
Monitor, analyse, and respond to security alerts and incidents using advanced threat detection tools while maintaining comprehensive incident documentation and reporting
Perform vulnerability assessments, penetration testing, and security evaluations to identify and address weaknesses across IT infrastructure
Deliver security awareness training to staff and ensure ongoing compliance with regulatory requirements and organizational security policies
Design, develop, and maintain security architectures for enterprise, cloud, and hybrid environments incorporating threat modelling and risk management principles
Assess and ensure compliance with security frameworks, conduct audits, document findings, and drive continuous improvement initiatives
Provide strategic guidance on emerging technologies, risk mitigation strategies, and alignment of security controls with business objectives
Work with software development teams to ensure secure software development lifecycle in employed and create guidelines and material to document the security aspects
Audit source code to ensure compliance with security frameworks, document findings, and work with developer to increase the security posture of the code
Conduct penetration test and vulnerability scanning, adapting/defining frameworks and processes to ensure software application are secure across the whole life cycle

Essential Qualifications & Experience:

A minimum requirement of a bachelor’s degree at a nationally recognised/certified University in an information systems, physics or electronics related scientific or engineering discipline
A minimum of 3 years of experience implementing security controls within recognized frameworks such as ISO 27000 series or NIST SP-800
Manage enterprise network infrastructure, and working with routing, switching, and firewall technologies.
Deep understanding of cybersecurity frameworks including ISO/IEC 27001, NIST SP-800 series, GDPR, and industry-specific regulatory requirements with ability to translate standards into practical security controls
Industry-recognized security certifications such as CISSP, CISM, CRISC, CISA, CompTIA Security+, or equivalent credentials demonstrating commitment to professional development
Professional hands-on expertise with enterprise security tools including firewalls, intrusion detection and prevention systems, security information and event management (SIEM) platforms, and identity and access management solutions
Strong capability to analyze security breaches, identify root causes, assess complex vulnerabilities, and develop effective remediation strategies based on technical evidence and threat intelligence
Excellent ability to document technical security architecture, produce comprehensive reports, write Standard Operating Procedures, communicate risk to stakeholders at all levels, and work effectively across multidisciplinary teams
Good level of spoken and written English

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