About this job

ESA is looking for a Galileo System Security Engineer.

ESA is an equal opportunity employer, committed to achieving diversity within the workforce and creating an inclusive working environment. For this purpose, we welcome applications from all qualified candidates irrespective of gender, sexual orientation, ethnicity, beliefs, age, disability or other characteristics. Applications from women are encouraged.

Responsibilities

 
You will report to the Head of Unit and work in a matrix organisation with functional reporting to the Head of Ground Mission Segment and Security Segment Management Service. Your main tasks and responsibilities will be to work as Technical officer for the security key management facilities of the Ground Mission Segment. This will include:

• maintaining the general security requirements and the requirements of the key management functions at System and Segment level as well as the associated Interface Control Documents,
• maintaining the key management functions within the System design definition file (logical and physical), participating in segment and element design reviews to ensure proper design of the key management facilities in line with system expectations,
• following up the development and qualification of the segment and element key management facilities, including participating in the corresponding segment and element level reviews, qualification campaigns (reviewing the segment and element test plans, closely following up segment and element tests with respect to the general security and key management functions, test witnessing and qualification credit reviews),
• ensuring that the key management functions are also qualified at system level, by supporting system integration and verification activities, helping in the definition of system testing with respect to key management and following up system tests (test witnessing, and participation in TRRs, TRBs),
• following-up System and Segment Anomalies related to general security and key management, including interaction with industry (in full coordination with Segment procurement manager) to provide updates, maintenance releases or workarounds,
• contributing to the design and development of new system security facilities for Galileo supporting its services evolution (e.g. for Commercial Authentication Services).

Duties may also include supporting other activities within your field of competence and the transfer of knowledge across the Agency.

Profile

 
Technical competencies
Design, development, deployment and testing of complex secure systems
Knowledge Satellite navigation principles and related security architectures
Background and substantial experience (5 years minimum) in the technical domains covered by the position
Experience in the definition and in the implementation of Ground Segment projects
Galileo system and ground segment architecture
Security engineering and associated disciplines, in particular communications and network security
Education
A Master’s degree in computer science, electrical engineering or other scientific disciplins is required.

Additional requirements
Knowledge of ISO 27001 standard and protection against cyber security threats will be an asset.
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The closing date for applications is 11 May 2021.

At the Agency we value diversity and we welcome people with disabilities. Whenever possible, we seek to accommodate individuals with disabilities by providing the necessary support at the workplace. The Human Resources Department can also provide assistance during the recruitment process. If you would like to discuss this further please contact us at contact.human.resources@esa.int.
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We offer
The European Space Agency (ESA) is an equal opportunities employer that offers competitive salaries exempt from national income tax and excellent employment conditions, such as allowances for expatriates and relocation support. For more information: http://www.esa.int/About_Us/Careers_at_ESA
About us
We are the European Space Agency. Our mission is the peaceful exploration and use of space for the benefit of everyone. We watch over Earth, develop and launch inspiring and unique space projects, train astronauts and push the boundaries of science and technology, seeking answers to the big questions about the Universe. We are a family of scientists, engineers and business professionals from all over Europe working together in a diverse and multinational environment. We are dedicated to united space in Europe and united Europe in space. Learn more: http://www.esa.int/