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# Security CIS Accreditation Authority

Spektrum

Spektrum supports apex purchasers (NATO, UN, EU, and National Government and Defence) and their Tier 1 supplier ecosystem with a wide range of specialist services. We provide our clients with professional services, specialised aerospace and defence sales, delivery, and operational subject matter expertise. We are looking for personnel to join our team and support key client projects. Who we are supporting  The NATO Communication and Information Agency (NCIA) is responsible for providing secure and effective communications and information technology (IT) services to NATO's member countries and its partners. The agency was established in 2012 and is headquartered in Brussels, Belgium. The NCIA provides a wide range of services, including: Cyber Security: The NCIA provides advanced cybersecurity solutions to protect NATO's communication networks and information systems against cyber threats. Command and Control Systems: The NCIA develops and maintains the systems used by NATO's military commanders to plan and execute operations. Satellite Communications: The NCIA provides satellite communications services to enable secure and reliable communications between NATO forces. Electronic Warfare: The NCIA provides electronic warfare services to support NATO's mission to detect, deny, and defeat threats to its communication networks. Information Management: The NCIA manages NATO's information technology infrastructure, including its databases, applications, and servers. Overall, the NCIA plays a critical role in ensuring the security and effectiveness of NATO's communication and information technology capabilities. The program Assistance and Advisory Service (AAS) The NATO Communications and Information Agency (NCI Agency) is NATO’s principal C3 capability deliverer and CIS service provider. It provides, maintains and defends the NATO enterprise-wide information technology infrastructure to enable Allies to consult together under Article IV, and, when required, stand together in the face of attack under Article V. To provide these critical services, in the modern evolving dynamic environment the NCI Agency needs to build and maintain high performance-engaged workforce. The NCI Agency workforce strategically consists of three major categorise's: NATO International Civilians (NIC)'s, Military (Mil), and Interim Workforce Consultants (IWC)'s. The IWCs are a critical part of the overall NCI Agency workforce and make up approximately 15 percent of the total workforce. Role ID: 26-02-B-39-R1 Role Duties and Responsibilities
• Maintain records of the progress of a CIS through NATO security accreditation processes and the application of NATO security regulations.
• review of security accreditation documentation for CIS and make recommendations for approval. Security accreditation documentation includes the CIS Description, Risk Assessment Results, System-Specific Security Requirements Statement, Security Operating Procedures, Security Test & Validation Plan, Security Test & Validation Results, Incident Reports, etc.
• Ensure that verification activities are properly executed, to confirm that the agreed security measures have been implemented
• Provide support and guidance to CIS developers and service providers. Note that some developers and service providers are based in Europe.
• Contribute to updates of the statement of the security risk for ACT CIS
• Liaising with other roles in the Security Accreditation process
• Representing the ACT SAA in NATO Enterprise meetings, either in person or via VTC. Essential Skills and Experience
• Certification in CIS security or cyber defence disciplines provided by a recognized certification scheme, as a Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP), GIAC Security Expert or ISACA Certified Information Security Manager (CISM).
• At least 5 years demonstrated experience in CIS security, CIS development or CIS service delivery
• Within the 5 years’ experience above, at least 3 years of demonstrated experience working in or in direct support of a national, international or multi-national CIS security accreditation, certification or similar field
• Demonstrated proficiency in English as defined in STANAG 6001 (Standardized Linguistic Profile (SLP) 3333
• Listening, Speaking, Reading and Writing) or equivalent.
• Active NATO or National SECRET (or higher) security clearance issued by the industrial security authority of a NATO member nation
• Valid NATO Nation passport with no travel restrictions to NATO nations
• Minimum of 70 Points in the Subject Matter Expert Criteria
• Writing
• Ability to prepare written documentation to transfer technical information about concepts, situations, products, services, or results to audiences with varying levels of technical knowledge. Thorough understanding of grammar, sentence structure, and intended audiences to the process of reviewing, editing, or constructively critiquing a document, publication, or message.
• Communication
• Skill in clearly and effectively conveying information verbally to senior leadership. Ability to deliver clear, effective communication and ability to take responsibility for understanding others. Ability to ask appropriate questions.
• Computer Skills
• Has the knowledge and ability to use computers and related technology efficiently. Proficient in Microsoft Office products (e.g. Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Access, Project, MS Teams, and SharePoint) Education
• 3 or 4 year university degree or equivalent national academic qualification in computer science, network security, cyber-security or related field. Language Proficiency
• Advanced Proficiency in English Working Location
• Norfolk, VA, USA Working Policy
• On-Site Contract Duration
• September 2026 – December 2029 Security Clearance
• Valid National or NATO Secret personal security clearance

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