C004184 Systems Engineer (CIS Security Accreditation)

Duties & Responsibilities:

• CIS Security Assurance: Support security assurance of all NDWC services.

• Policy Compliance: Ensure enforcement of NATO policies, directives, SOPs; provide tailored guidance to Service Area Owners.

• Cyber Liaison: Liaise with NATO Cyber Security Centre (NCSC) for operational support and coordination.

• Security Engineering: Offer subject matter expertise to maintain secure operations in NCIA’s global networks.

• Information Security: Manage security processes for internal and customer-funded networks.

• Requirements Resolution: Help resolve conflicting security requirements; assist in translating customer needs into secure services.

• Architecture Support: Coordinate with system administrators to fulfill security architecture needs.

• Performance Reporting: Identify and report on cybersecurity KPIs for visibility of NDWC managed systems.

• Testing Support: Assist in vulnerability assessments and penetration tests with NCSC and SECAN.

• Accreditation: Support all phases of the security accreditation process with the NCSC Accreditation Support Office.

• Additional Roles: Deputize for senior staff if needed and perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements:

Education & Experience (Essential):

• Minimum Education: Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field 2 years of related experience.

• OR: 6 years of relevant experience if no degree.

Skills & Knowledge (Essential):

• Experience in:

  • CIS Security

  • Security Architecture

  • Network Security Engineering

  • Risk & Performance Management

• Effective communication skills (oral & written)

• Experience working in secure, networked environments

Desirable Qualifications:

• Technical Knowledge:

  • Kubernetes, Docker, microservices

  • Public cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, etc.)

  • Cloud security architecture and DevSecOps tools

  • Security tools: Nessus, NMAP, Tanium, Defender, Trelix ePO

  • Patch/update systems (MS/Linux)

  • IT security frameworks and CVSS scoring

• NATO/International Experience:

  • Familiarity with NATO structures and security policy

  • Experience in multinational (military/civilian) environments

  • Understanding of AI-related cyber risk management

Certifications (Desirable):

• AWS Cloud Practitioner

• Certificate of Cloud Security Knowledge (CCSK)

• ISC2 CISSP or CCSP

• ISACA CISM

Travel: May include travel to Mons