#NC26CSG0023 - Staff Support - Cryptographic Modernisation and Risks - Closed
Deadline: October 15, 2026
Requester: NATO
Location: Brussels, Belgium
Job type: Contractor
Start date: December, 2026
Security clearance: NATO SECRET
SCOPE OF WORK / DUTIES / ROLES
The incumbent must be able to perform effectively and efficiently with minimal supervision the tasks described below:
- Prepare draft documents related to NATO cryptographic device approval and release processes;
- Provide expertise in the field of cryptography in support of ongoing NATO and national initiatives;
- Support NATO Enterprise Risk Management, considering and incorporating the cryptographic elements to risks analysis, to support informed decision making;
- Manage organization of events and develop records of the meetings;
- Prepare presentations, speeches and speaking notes for senior officials as directed;
- Provide continuous and quality executive advice to the Staff Officers on the relationship with the NATO cryptographic stakeholders;
- Manage the cryptographic communities of interest portals and support external engagement.
REQUIRED SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE AND EXPERIENCE
- A university degree in Computer or Communication Science, Information Management, Information Security, or a related field;
- Demonstrated experience (5+ years) in post-related field;
- Possess comprehensive knowledge of the principles network security and symmetric and asymmetric cryptography; including quantum threat to cryptography;
- It is desirable that the contractor has previous experience with NATO-related cryptographic issues, such as the use of Type A algorithms, symmetric key distribution in a military environment and NATO policies on cryptography and
cryptography procurement; - Demonstrate experience with risk management as applied to cryptographic and/or cyber security fields, including creation of related artifacts, estimation and evaluation methodologies, risk mitigation planning and escalation process;
- Knowledge of NATO’s internal structures, decision-making processes, stakeholder environment and civil-military working practices, gained through relevant professional experience is desirable;
- Possess excellent written and spoken English (SLP 4343+), with the ability to communicate complex technical and policy issues clearly to a range of stakeholders;
- The contractor must have proven communication and negotiation skills matured within a large international environment;
- Possession of a valid NATO security clearance required for the assignment.
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