Security Systems Engineer

We are looking for a Security Systems Engineer (E3) to join our Akkodis Aerospace team, working onsite at the European Space Agency in the Netherlands. 

Specific tasks to be performed: 

• Support the Security Officer in the Secure Laboratory of the System Security Section, as a focal point.
• Enable and ensure the applicability of the security operation procedures (SECOPS) of the Secure Laboratory.
• Ensure the correct operations of the laboratory in line with applicable security requirements and operational security constraints, in particular for asset classification/control and physical, personnel and document security.
• Coordinate routine operational and maintenance activities, such as maintenance of required databases (e.g. requests for visit, equipment clearance debriefing, etc.) and action items, reporting on activities, supporting lab personnel, disseminating information and organizing dedicated training or briefings as required, etc.
• Interface with the TEC Security Officer, ESA Security Office (ESO) and ESA Projects Security Officers.
• Interface with the users to capture their requests and enable their implementation.
• Ensure daily coverage of nominal and emergency operations incoordination with other security officers or laboratory managers/coordinators.
• Coordinate with laboratory managers/coordinators within the TEC directorate.
• Act as a Project / System Security Officer (PSSO) or alternate Security Officer (SO).
• Debrief the Security Officer and the Heads of Section on daily operations of the Laboratories.
• Propose developments needed to enhance the security of space systems and assist ESA Technical Officers on Research and Development activities.
• Duties may also include supporting other activities within the field of required competences.

Welkom bij Akkodis

Akkodis has proudly supported the Aerospace & Defence industry in the Netherlands for decades. Our partnership with the European Space Agency (ESA) has been one of the many success stories allowing our people to expand their career horizons. Akkodis experts are contributing to some of the most important technical advances in Aerospace and Defence which impact the way we live our lives today, through specialised engineering expertise and other required skillsets. This could be your future. Become part of our successful team!

About ESA-ESTEC 

The European Space Agency (ESA) has sites in several European countries. 

The European Space Research and Technology Centre (ESTEC), has grown into ESA’s largest establishment and the technical and organizational hub of Europe’s space sector. Missions designed and tested at ESTEC are circling Earth, have landed on planetary bodies and have probed far into the Solar System.

The infrastructure and equipment assembled here, together with the expert knowhow of its 2800 personnel, make ESTEC a unique resource for Europe. The work done here by teams skilled in every aspect of engineering for space has enabled the creation of novel communication, navigation and information services, creating new jobs and growth while improving the lives of European and world citizens.

Kandidaat Profiel

• To successfully perform the above mentioned tasks, the following background / experience is required: 
• A Master or PhD degree or equivalent in Engineering (preferably in computer science / cyber security, or telecom, or aerospace or navigation).
• Experience in coordinating and executing security processes.
• Experience in coordinating technical laboratories and their activities.
• Experience in dealing with sensitive information and material involving National state interest, or EU interests.
• Very good knowledge in security best practices.
• Knowledge on Information Security Management Systems.
• Knowledge of RF systems for Communications or Navigation, including but not limited to antenna, amplifiers, SDR, modems, GNSS receivers, etc.
• Experience in IT systems and security matters, proved through external certifications (such as CISSP, CCNA, COMPTIA+, etc..)
• Candidates must be eligible:

1. for a security personal clearance from an EU Member State national security administration.
2. to access technology and hardware which is subject to European and US export control regulations.

Please send your CV to recruitmentaerospace@akkodisgroup.com before 12/05/2025