We recruit two posts via this campaign, one of them is pending a budget approval

1. SUMMARY

The Joint Intelligence and Security Division (JISD), under the leadership of the Assistant Secretary General (ASG) for Intelligence and Security, comprises two principal pillars: Intelligence, headed by the Deputy ASG for Intelligence; and the NATO Office of Security, (NOS) headed by the Deputy ASG for Security (DASG-S) / Director NOS.

The NOS is responsible for the overall coordination of NATO security member nations, NATO civil and military bodies as well as International Organisations and partner nations. It is also responsible for the security of the NATO Headquarters (HQ) and its personnel in Brussels and abroad on mission and in satellite offices, and for the protection of the Secretary General. The NOS comprises the Office of the Director, the Security Policy Oversight Branch (SPOB), the Protective Security & Emergency Services Branch (PSESB), the Security Intelligence Branch (SIB) and the Close Protection Unit (CPU).

The PSESB’s mission is to ensure the security and safety of the NATO HQ, its people, infrastructure and information. In coordination with the Host Nation, it analyses threats and vulnerabilities, determines risks and acts to minimise them. Its staff works in the following domains: access management; security regulations and infractions; physical security; security guarding; fire, first aid and CBRN; emergency procedures; information assurance; security awareness and “special events” (high-level meetings at the NATO HQ, and in NATO member and partner nations). It also provides advice on protective & technical security issues in the NATO satellite offices.

The incumbent works in the Operations Section of PSESB and under the supervision of Head, Technical Security. The incumbent is mainly responsible for performing technical security tasks and missions and for developing and maintaining Technical Security related regulations. The incumbent will also contribute to supporting various Technical Security activities, including Technical Surveillance Counter Measures (TSCM), Technical Security Inspections, and running In-Place Monitoring Systems (IPMS), by applying Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) in line with and in support of NATO Security Policies.

2. QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE

ESSENTIAL
The incumbent must:

• have a good general education of at least secondary level;
• possess at least 4 years of relevant professional experience in a technical or security related field;
• be capable of conducting technical tasks and operating specialised equipment alone;
• possess knowledge of Technical Surveillance Counter Measures (TSCM) and Tempest requirements for IT & communications equipment;
• have a methodological approach to solving problems and an attention for detail;
• be flexible to work and travel outside of normal working hours in response to crises and urgent requirements;
• possess the following minimum levels in the official languages of NATO (English/French): V (“Advanced”) in one and II (“Elementary”) in the other.

DESIRABLE
The following would be considered an advantage:

• knowledge of NATO’s security policy and its supporting directives;
• formal qualification in a technical or scientific subject such as a level 4 qualification in engineering/physics or relevant vocational certificate in communication technologies; possess knowledge of the electromagnetic spectrum and radio frequency communications, including demodulation techniques and signal analysis.
• knowledge of auditing and investigation tools
• be conversant with technical plans and drawings.

3. MAIN ACCOUNTABILITIES

Planning and execution
Under the guidance of the Head, Technical Security, execute the daily operations and missions of the Technical Security team within NATO HQ, namely implement technical security measures required for NAC activities, ministerial, summits and other high level meetings.

Project Management
Under the supervision of Head, Technical Security, follow plans and timeframes for project implementation. Take responsibility for managing work projects to achieve results. See projects through to completion and identify lessons. Consider the ramifications of issues and longer-term impact of own work and work area.

Stakeholder Management
Establish and maintain good working relationships with the relevant counterparts, and keep current with international rules and practices regarding technical security. Execute technical security works, as requested.

Information Management
Under the supervision of the Coordinator, Technical Security, and the Head, Technical Security, monitor the life cycle of equipment and tools used and reports technical issues when identified.

Expertise Development
Maintain the level of knowledge on the subject of technical security by attending meetings and trainings, as identified and requested by the management.

Perform any other related duties, as assigned.

4. INTERRELATIONSHIPS

The Operator, Technical Security, reports directly to the Head, Technical Security. The incumbent works closely with the other sections of the JISD, especially PSESB and SPOB and maintains a close working relationship, with members of the International Staff as well as members of Delegations, Missions, Military Representations and Agencies located on the NATO HQ compound.

Direct reports: N/a
Indirect reports: N/a

5. COMPETENCIES

The incumbent must demonstrate:

• Achievement: Works to meet standards;
• Analytical Thinking: Breaks down problems;
• Customer Service Orientation: Takes personal responsibility for correcting problems;
• Flexibility: Acts with flexibility;
• Initiative: Is decisive in a time-sensitive situation;
• Organizational Commitment: Supports the Organization;
• Self-Control: Responds calmly;
• Teamwork: Cooperates.

6. CONTRACT

Contract to be offered to the successful applicant (if non-seconded): Definite duration contract of three years’ duration; possibility of an indefinite duration contract thereafter.

Contract clause applicable:
In accordance with the NATO Civilian Personnel Regulations, the successful candidate will receive a definite duration contract of three years, which may be followed by an indefinite duration contract.

If the successful applicant is seconded from the national administration of one of NATO’s member States, a 3-year definite duration contract will be offered, which may be renewed for a further period of up to 3 years subject to the agreement of the national authority concerned. The maximum period of service in the post as a seconded staff member is six years.

Serving staff will be offered a contract in accordance with the NATO Civilian Personnel Regulations.

NOTE: Irrespective of previous qualifications and experience, candidates for twin-graded posts will be appointed at the lower grade. Advancement to the higher grade is not automatic, and will not normally take place during the first three years of service in the post.

Under specific circumstances, serving staff members may be appointed directly to the higher grade, and a period of three years might be reduced by up to twenty four months for external candidates. These circumstances are described in the IS directive on twin-graded posts.

7. USEFUL INFORMATION REGARDING APPLICATION AND RECRUITMENT PROCESS

Please note that we can only accept applications from nationals of NATO member countries. Applications must be submitted using e-recruitment system, as applicable:

• For NATO civilian staff members only: please apply via the internal recruitment portal (

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Appointment will be subject to receipt of a security clearance (provided by the national Authorities of the selected candidate), approval of the candidate’s medical file by the NATO Medical Adviser, verification of your study(ies) and work experience, and the successful completion of the accreditation and notification process by the relevant authorities.

NATO will not accept any phase of the recruitment and selection prepared, in whole or in part, by means of generative artificial-intelligence (AI) tools, including and without limitation to chatbots, such as Chat Generative Pre-trained Transformer (Chat GPT), or other language generating tools. NATO reserves the right to screen applications to identify the use of such tools. All applications prepared, in whole or in part, by means of such generative or creative AI applications may be rejected without further consideration at NATO’s sole discretion, and NATO reserves the right to take further steps in such cases as appropriate.

8. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

NATO is committed to diversity and inclusion, and strives to provide equal access to employment, advancement and retention, independent of gender, age, nationality, ethnic origin, religion or belief, cultural background, sexual orientation, and disability. NATO welcomes applications of nationals from all member Nations, and strongly encourages women to apply.

NATO is committed to fostering an inclusive and accessible working environment, where all candidates living with disabilities can fully participate in the recruitment and selection process. If you require reasonable accommodation, please inform us during your selection process.

Candidates will be required to provide documented medical evidence to support their request for accommodation.

Building Integrity is a key element of NATO’s core tasks. As an employer, NATO values commitment to the principles of integrity, transparency and accountability in accordance with international norms and practices established for the defence and related security sector. Selected candidates are expected to be role models of integrity, and to promote good governance through ongoing efforts in their work.

Due to the broad interest in NATO and the large number of potential candidates, telephone or e-mail enquiries cannot be dealt with.

Applicants who are not successful in this competition may be offered an appointment to another post of a similar nature, albeit at the same or a lower grade, provided they meet the necessary requirements.

The nature of this position may require the staff member at times to be called upon to travel for work and/or to work outside normal office hours.

The organization offers several work-life policies including Teleworking and Flexible Working arrangements (Flexitime) subject to business requirements.

Please note that the International Staff at NATO Headquarters in Brussels, Belgium is a non-smoking environment.

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