pSelect how often (in days) to receive an alert: /ppClosing Date: 29 October :59 CET/CEST /ppPublication Method: Internal External /ppType of Appointment ( learn more) : 4 years, extendable to indefinite /ppDirectorate: Earth Observation Programmes /ppThis post is classified at grade A4 on the Coordinated Organisations’ salary scale, with upgrade to A5 upon confirmation of the EOGS Programme to ESA. /ppbLocation /bbr/ESRIN, Frascati, Italy orESTEC, Noordwijk, Netherlands /ph3bDescription /b /h3pUnder the direct authority of the Director of Earth Observation Programmes, the EOP Security Office is responsible for providing the Directorate security functions. The EOP Security Office includes the ISO function of the EOP Directorate, responsible for providing assurance security functions at Directorate level, with a hierarchical reporting line to the Head of the ESA Security Office (ESO). /ph3bDuties /b /h3pYour tasks and responsibilities will include: /pullimanaging and coordinating the EOP Security Office; /liliperforming and overseeing security management and security risk management across the EOP Directorate in accordance with the ESA Security Framework and relevant EU Security policy; /lilidefining and maintaining effective and efficient implementing directives of the applicable security directives for EOP; /lilicoordinating the EOP PSSO and security engineering function ensuring proper security implementation of EOP security activities; /liliensuring harmonisation of security standards, methods and policies within the Directorate in accordance with applicable ESA standards; /liliensuring a proper Directorate security assurance function including dedicated audits and inspections at Directorate level, with ISO functional support,



in close coordination with ESA Security Office; /liliperforming Directorate security risk management, including management and handling of security incidents; /lilimaintaining the security risk portfolio and coordinating mitigation actions in liaison with ESO, C-SOC and the EOP IT lead; /lilisupporting EOP projects in the management of the interface with the security authorities; /liliensuring and managing the security certification and accreditation processes and their maintenance leveraging ESO in Matrix; /lilidefining the security awareness plan and performing dedicated security training and security awareness campaigns; /liliensuring and managing the cybersecurity industrial audit process with the support of ESO; /lilias Directorate Export Control Liaison Officer (DELO), ensuring the implementation of the strategic trade control procedure within the Directorate; /lilias Directorate Cyber Security Manager, defining the D/EOP Cybersecurity Implementation Plan for the EOP information systems, and overseeing the security posture of all EOP Communication Information Systems; /liliensuring adequate information protection, providing classified information management support; /liliwhenever requested, representing the Directorate and contributing to ESA and EU security governance, including before the ESA Security Committee. /li /ulpYou will also be responsible for identifying, assessing, managing and reporting the health and safety risks in your area of responsibility.



/ppKnowledge of cybersecurity of critical infrastructure /ppIn-depth experience in the protection of classified or sensitive information /ppIn-depth experience in the governance of digital and physical security /ppIn-depth knowledge of European and international security frameworks /ppExperience in institutional and multilateral projects /ppFamiliarity with intergovernmental frameworks for information security /ppKnowledge of ESA EO policies and programmes /ppA master’s in a relevant domain is required for this post together with 5 years relevant professional experience. Alternatively, candidates with a bachelor’s, complemented by an additional four (4) years of relevant professional experience may be considered. /ph3bAdditional requirements /b /h3ulliExcellent leadership and communication skills, with the ability to represent ESA to external stakeholders; /liliExperience working under pressure and in politically sensitive environments; /liliAbility to operate across technical, institutional and political levels; /liliStrong credibility in networking and negotiation with high-level institutional actors; /liliEligibility for personal security clearance by a national security authority; /liliCertification in crisis management, institutional communication or data protection will be considered an asset; /liliInternational experience and prior engagement with EU, ESA or NATO security structures would be a strong asset. /liliProven experience of leading, motivating and developing a team of experts; /liliThe ability to provide strategic direction to the individuals and teams within the Office and to relate team objectives to the overall, evolving organisational goals and context; /liliThe ability to drive performance and fos

📌 Head of EOP Security Office (Italia)
🏢 European Space Agency
📍 Italia