Information Security Systems Assistant

# Information Security Systems Assistant
- European Commission (AST1, Brussels)European CommissionECBrussels, Belgium### About European CommissionThe executive branch of the European Union, responsible for proposing legislation, implementing decisions, and managing day-to-day EU business.
More about EC on EU Jobs Alert →GradeAST1Contract TypeTemporary AgentSalary Range€3,754
- €4,248/monthDeadline23 September 2026## About this positionThe summary below is published by European Commission on the official vacancy notice. Our own analysis — salary realism, comparable openings, career trajectory, language profile — follows further down the page.
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Key responsibilities
According to the vacancy notice, the role centres on the following duties:
* Manage and maintain the Unit's IT infrastructure for various environments (OSINT, classified systems, etc.)
* Draft technical documentation
* Provide support to users
* Contribute to financial processes## Are you eligible?Check these requirements from the notice before investing time in an application:
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Education:
Post-secondary education attested by a diploma, or secondary education attested by a diploma giving access to post-secondary education
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Experience:
At least 3 years of experience as a system administrator, or proof of a suitable certification or degree
* Languages: English (C1), French (B2)
* Key

skills:
Strong hands-on experience in secure systems administration, Profound knowledge in all aspects of Windows-based systems, Working knowledge of Linux-based systems, Experience in business analysis and translation of business needs to concrete IT solutions, Experience with end-user, network, security, server and storage hardware administration and maintenance, Experience administrating and supporting virtualization and containerization products, Experience administrating and supporting middleware and application-level software (relational databases, application servers, mail servers), Proven analytical and organisational skills, Good written and oral communication skills, Knowledge on contract management practices for the purchase of goods and services in relation with IT projects
* Eligibility: Must be a citizen of a Member State of the EU and enjoy full rights as a citizen; must have fulfilled any obligations imposed by applicable laws concerning military service; must be physically fit to perform the duties linked to the post; must produce appropriate character references as to suitability for the performance of the duties; must either be a holder of a valid security clearance up to t...## Selection processThe notice describes the following selection steps:
* Submit CV and completed application form in a single PDF## Contract and working arrangementsContract duration: Temporary agent position.
Hiring unit: Unit HR.
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- Investigations & Analysis, Directorate-General Human Resources and Security (DG HR), Brussels.## Position detailsReference: HR/COM/2026/1370Directorate-General: HR
- Human Resources and SecurityVacancy Notice: Download PDFLast Verified: 9 September 2026## Position overviewThis is the official EU Careers listing for Information Security Systems Assistant at European Commission based in Brussels at the AST1 grade level (Temporary Agent). The vacancy reference is HR/COM/2026/1370. It is hosted by HR
- Human Resources and Security, the Directorate-General responsible for this policy area. The role falls under the Eu’S Internal And External Security domain.
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