Galileo System Security Verification Engineer

Job Requisition ID: 18863

Date Posted: 3 September 2024

Application Deadline: 24 September 2024 23:59 CET/CEST

Publication: Internal & External

Type of Contract: Permanent

Directorate: Navigation

Workplace: Noordwijk, NL

Grade Band: A2 - A4

Location
ESTEC, Noordwijk, Netherlands

Description
Galileo System Security Verification Engineer in the Galileo System Security Implementation Unit, Galileo System Security Service, Galileo Project Office, Galileo and EGNOS Programme Department, Directorate of Navigation.

The Galileo System Security Service is in charge of security-related activities for Galileo core infrastructure, including end-to-end system security engineering, design and development of Galileo Public Regulated Service (PRS) infrastructure, security accreditation and cyber security.

The Galileo System Security Implementation Unit is responsible for the segment security requirements implementation and system security qualification of the Galileo core infrastructure.

Duties
Reporting to the Head of the Galileo System Security Implementation Unit, your main tasks will include:

• contributing to the system security integration and verification plan, addressing, in particular, the verification of the Galileo system security functions;
• defining the system security test cases and allocation to the various test platforms (factory, security test beds, integration chain and validation chain);
• defining high-level system security test procedures for each system security test case;
• organising and managing test readiness reviews, post-test reports and test review boards for Galileo system security functions;
• participating in the Galileo System Verification Control Board to endorse the verification control document and, in particular, to integrate the results of the verification of the Galileo security functions;
• contributing to the definition of the migration strategy for each Galileo system build and its associated system deployment plan;
• preparing the Galileo system qualification review classified data package and contributing to or organising the review for the security part;
• providing dedicated support to the Galileo System AIV and Deployment Service (NAV-PGD) in the areas of system security activities and system qualification;
• supporting the overall Galileo System Security Service objectives, such as contributions to the mission level study and accreditation dossier.

Technical competencies
Experience in system integration, verification and qualification

Experience in end-to-end system engineering and, in particular, in security

Good knowledge of space-based navigation systems

Knowledge of security assurance and evaluation standards and processes

Behavioural competencies
Result Orientation
Operational Efficiency
Fostering Cooperation
Relationship Management
Continuous Improvement
Forward Thinking

For more information, please refer to ESA Core Behavioural Competencies guidebook

Education
A master’s degree in a relevant domain is required for this post.

Additional requirements
You should be able to demonstrate that you can work in a fast-paced environment and handle pressure as may typically occur in a project team. You should be result-oriented, able to set priorities, and capable of presenting practical solutions both orally and in writing.
You should have good interpersonal and communication skills. You should have the ability to work autonomously, effectively, and cooperatively in a diverse, international team environment, defining and implementing solutions in line with team and individual objectives and project deadlines. You should also have good technical, analytical, organisational, and reporting skills, a proactive attitude to solving problems and an interest in innovative technologies.

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

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 via email at [email protected].

Important Information and Disclaimer
In principle, recruitment will be within the advertised grade band (A2-A4). However, if the selected candidate has less than four years of relevant professional experience following the completion of the master’s degree, the position may be filled at A1 level.

Applicants must be eligible to access technology and hardware which is subject to European and US export control regulations and for security clearance by their national security administrations.

During the recruitment process, the Agency may request applicants to undergo selection tests. Additionally, successful candidates will need to undergo basic screening before appointment, which will be conducted by an external background screening service, in compliance with the European Space Agency's security procedures.

Note that ESA is in the process of transitioning to a Matrix setup, which could lead to organisational changes affecting this position.

The information published on ESA’s careers website regarding working conditions is correct at the time of publication. It is not intended to be exhaustive and may not address all questions you would have.

Nationality and Languages
Please note that applications can only be considered from nationals of one of the following States: Austria, Belgium, the Czech Republic, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Ireland, Italy, Luxembourg, the Netherlands, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, the United Kingdom and Canada, Latvia, Lithuania, Slovakia and Slovenia.

According to the ESA Convention, the recruitment of staff must take into account an adequate distribution of posts among nationals of the ESA Member States*. When short-listing for an interview, priority will first be given to internal candidates and secondly to external candidates from under-represented Member States*.

The working languages of the Agency are English and French. A good knowledge of one of these is required. Knowledge of another Member State language would be an asset.

*Member States, Associate Members or Cooperating States.

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