CDT-0029 Enterprise Cyber Risk Assessment Officer

Deadline Date: Thursday 19 November 2026

Requirement: Enterprise Cyber Risk Assessment Officer

Location: Brussels, BE

Full Time On-Site: Yes

Total Scope of the request (hours): 1780 (Estimate)

Required Start Date: 4 January 2027

End Contract Date: 31 December 2027

Required Security Clearance: NATO SECRET

Special Terms and Conditions: The contractor will be responsible for complying with the respective national requirements for working permits, visas, taxes, social security etc. whilst working on site at NATO HQ Brussels, Belgium. No special status is either conferred or implied by the host organisation, NATO HQ Brussels, Belgium to the contractor whilst working on site. The contractor will be responsible for complying with all the respective National Health regulations in Belgium before taking up the position.

1. INTRODUCTION

The Cyber and Digital Transformation Division (CDT) leads NATO’s digital transformation, cybersecurity and cyber defence efforts, translating NATO priorities into coherent strategies and coordinated delivery across the Alliance to strengthen interoperability, resilience, cybersecurity and operational effectiveness.

CDT drives NATO’s Digital Transformation, a key objective is to strengthen the ability of Allies and the NATO Enterprise to deter, defend against and counter the full spectrum of cyber and cyber-enabled threats at the speed of relevance, comprehensively across the political, military, and technical levels. In particular, strengthen mechanisms and tools to enhance readiness and resilience against cyber threats across the Alliance, focusing in particular on Mission Vital Infrastructure (MVI).

This position contributes to the Cyber Risk Management function of CDT, supporting the risk-informed decision-making process of the ECISOA. It provides specialist analysis and advice to inform CDT leadership’s cybersecurity decisions across the Division’s areas of responsibility.

The Enterprise Cyber Risk Assessment Officer supports NATO’s enterprise-wide governance of cyber, cloud, artificial intelligence (AI), and ICT risks through the conduct of system-, service-, and enterprise-level risk assessments and the delivery of both qualitative and quantitative risk analysis. The role contributes to the continued development and implementation of the NATO Enterprise Risk Management (ERM) Framework, ensuring that technical, operational, and strategic risks are identified, assessed, prioritised, and communicated to support risk-informed decision-making across the NATO Enterprise.

The position has a particular emphasis on cyber risk management within cloud and AI-enabled environments, supporting the secure adoption of emerging technologies while ensuring that associated risks are effectively governed and aligned with NATO security and operational requirements. It will contribute to the assessment of complex digital services, the integration of risk management processes across NATO CIS Operational Authorities (CISOAs), and the enhancement of enterprise-wide visibility of cyber risk.

Working directly with CDT in its role as NATO Enterprise Cybersecurity Risk Owner, the incumbent will help strengthen situational awareness, governance, resilience, and decision-making across NATO’s digital ecosystem. We are seeking a highly motivated professional with strong analytical, technical, and communication skills, as well as experience in cybersecurity, enterprise risk management, cloud technologies, and AI governance. Knowledge of NATO structures and processes would be considered an asset.

2. TASKS

2.1 Enterprise Cyber Risk Assessment and Analysis

Description: Conduct and support CIS and Enterprise-level cyber risk assessments across NATO ICT, cloud, digital, and AI-enabled capabilities. Perform both qualitative and quantitative risk analysis to identify, assess, prioritise, and communicate risks affecting NATO operations, mission objectives, and Mission Vital Infrastructure (MVI). Develop risk assessment methodologies, evaluate risk scenarios, analyse risk interdependencies, and support risk-informed decision making in accordance with the NATO Enterprise Risk Management (ERM) Framework.

Measurement: Success will be measured through the quality, accuracy, consistency, and timeliness of risk assessments, risk analyses, risk treatment recommendations, and decision-support products delivered to stakeholders.

Timeline: Continuously throughout the period of performance.

2.2 Enterprise Cyber, Cloud and AI Risk Governance Support

Description: Support the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of the NATO Enterprise Risk Management (ERM) Framework and associated governance processes. Ensure the integration of cyber, ICT, cloud, artificial intelligence (AI), vulnerability, th