Senior Assistant (Security)

Job title:

Senior Assistant (Security)

Company:

NATO

Job description

Who we are:For more than 70 years, NATO’s mission has been to preserve peace and security in the Alliance for nearly one billion citizens. The NATO Communications and Information Agency (NCI Agency) and its predecessors have worked tirelessly in providing the means that enable the connectedness and togetherness that keep our Alliance strong. We are the NCI Agency, a team of 3000 civilian and military staff in 29 locations throughout Europe, North America and Asia.Our technology and cyber experts allow NATO to conduct critical operations, protect NATO’s airspace, make data-driven decisions, defend against cyber-attacks, secure NATO networks and maintain superiority in space. This is all possible because of our greatest force, our people. In order to keep this edge we aim to hire, train and retain the very best staff.Our staff members represent both the diversity and unity of our Alliance. When you join the NCI Agency, you will be part of an organization where you can contribute authentically to the mission and purpose of NATO and help us keep our technological edge.About the job:Based in Mons, Belgium, you will join the Agency as we embark on a journey to transform our IT services to support NATO’s Digital Endeavour. You will join NCI Agency Enterprise Services (NES) Security Branch which is responsible for the facilitation and provision of services to NCIA in all locations to protect and defend NCIA personnel, facilities, resources and information from threats posed by terrorism, espionage, sabotage, subversion and any catastrophic incident/disaster. This includes management and execution of Counter Intelligence; Physical Security; Personnel Security; Industrial Security; Security of Information; oversight and coordination of InfoSec/Information Assurance (IA); Business Continuity; and Fraud Prevention and Detection.We are looking for a driven and enthusiastic Senior Assistant (Security) who will take on the following roles and responsibilities:Undertake daily administration of Mons Security Office;Provide advice and support in the areas of physical, personnel, industrial security and security of information;Provide advice and support on industrial security matters relating to Facility Security Clearance Certificates, International Visit Control Procedures and release of classified material to contractors;Manage and maintain Agency Personnel Security files ensuring that all Mons personnel have a level of security clearance appropriate for the post that they are required to fill;Liaison with National Security Authorities on all Security Matters, monitor initial and renewal requests for individual staff Personnel Security Clearances;Issue and control AMIS Identity Cards and Security Passes, provide assistance and guidance with the control and custody of all security combinations and office door keys when required;Assist in the maintenance of the local Security Education Programme and issue of Security Education Notices, deliver Security Briefings for all staff, including arriving and departing, attend Security Management Workshops, courses, meetings;Liaise with Mons AC CI, NCI Agency Site Security Offices and NOS as required.Conducting Protective Security Advisory and/or Security Inspection visits to other Business Areas;As required, provide assistance to the SSM regarding SRM, BCP issues and investigation of security incidents, attend Shift Commander meetings if required by the SSM;Deputize for higher grade staff, if required by the SSM;For a full list of duties, please review the on the NCI Agency career site.About you:The valuable knowledge and experience that you bring to this role are:Higher vocational training in a relevant discipline with 2 years’ post-related experience. Or a secondary educational qualification with 4 years post-related experience;At least 2 years police/security/counter intelligence experience in a supervisory position in the following areas of, managing protective security, counter intelligence, physical security (including Hostile Vehicle Mitigation) Security of Information, Personnel Security, Information Assurance, Security Education, BCP, security investigations and Force Protection;Proven experience and background in roles requiring excellent organisational and administrative skills.Proven experience and background in a role where the individual is required to be self-motivated with well-developed interpersonal and problem solving skills;Ability to express oneself clearly orally and in writing and able to understand and implement verbal/ written instructions;Experience and skills in supervision of staff;Competent in the use of personal computers and office automation;Fluency in English, both written and spoken.What we offer:Genuinely meaningful work as part of the most successful alliance in history;3 year contract with competitive tax-free salary and household and children’s allowances;Privileges for expatriate staff including expatriation and education allowances (where appropriate) and additional home leave;Excellent private health insurance scheme;Generous annual leave of 30 days plus official holidays;NATO Pension Scheme;Development programs such as professional training, wellbeing, and moreTo learn more about NCI Agency and our work, please visit our .The NCI Agency prides itself on being an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to fostering an inclusive environment of mutual respect and value uniqueness and differences in gender, gender identity, race, ethnic or cultural origin, age, religion, sexual orientation and physical or neurocognitive ability.can be found via the NCI Agency career site

Expected salary

Location

Mons, Hainaut

Job date

Fri, 21 Feb 2025 06:51:58 GMT

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