C005338 CYBER SECURITY Guard and Diode Engineer

pbRequirement Title: /bCyber Security Guard and Diode Engineer /ppbLocation: /b Mons, BE /ppbFull time on-site: /b Yes /ppbTotal Scope of the request(hours): /b 395 /ppbRequired Start Date: /b 6 December 2026 /ppbEnd Contract Date: /b 30 December 2026 /ppbRequired Security Clearance: /b NATO Secret /ppbEvaluation Methodology: /b Lowest Priced Technically Compliant /ph3Specific Working

Conditions:
/h3ulliNormal office environment. /liliNCIA IT equipment will be provided for the processing of restricted information. /liliThe contractor may be exceptionally permitted to perform work remotely, from a different NATO nation than the duty location, subject to prior approval by their Resource Manager (to which they will be assigned upon contract start) and the Section Head GSS. /liliThe contractor may work from their home in the duty location subject to the NCIA teleworking policy and in coordination with the Section Head GSS. /li /ulh3Travel required: /h3ulliThe contractor may be required to travel to NCIA locations (to include NATO exercises) for in-person or department meetings. In such cases the contractor will be reimbursed for travel costs according to NATO regulations for traveling on NATO duty. /liliContractors traveling for work purposes shall initiate travel requests from their designated duty station only. /li /ulh3Duties and Role /h3olliCentral system administration and configuration of Guards and Data Diodes to ensure continuing functionality and availability.ulliHardware and software systems installation and configuration /liliImplementation and verification of guards and data diode configuration to meet customer cross-domain data exchange requirements /liliAdaptation of release markings and/or email attachment types /liliconfiguration of additional cross-domain flows /liliUser and access management /liliMonitor system performance and availability /liliAnalyze, troubleshoot and resolve application issues /liliDevelopment of automation scripts to meet day to day system administration tasks /li /ul /liliUpdating of Guard and Data Diode software/patchesulliMonitor patch releases /liliTest new software and patches /liliSupport A2SL process for approval of software updates /liliinstallation and configuration of software and patch updates /li /ul /liliDocumentation of Guards and Data Diode systemsulliDevelopment of SOPs and other documentation for repetitive activities /liliProduce and maintain comprehensive documentation for all implemented systems /li /ul /liliOperational support of Guards and Data DiodesulliTechnical support in troubleshooting infrastructure and operational issues /liliCollaboration with other teams for a successful resolution; /liliProvide technical support and guidance by answering end-user requests to identify issues in secure cross-domain data exchange /li /ul /li /olulliNATO Secret security clearance /liliAt least 3 years practical experience in cyber security or related field, /li /ulh3Extensive knowledge and experience (min 3 years) /h3ulliLinux System Administration (preferred RedHat Enterprise Linux) /liliScripting/Automation (Bash, Python, Ansible) /liliOther Boundaries Protections Devices such as firewalls /liliSystem security, including hardening and SELinux /liliSystem monitoring and troubleshooting /liliExperience with network protocols and traffic analysis /liliAbility to troubleshoot complex network security issues /liliLAN/WAN networking including protocol network architecture /liliTCP/IP protocols and services /liliStrong stakeholder management skills – can demonstrate evidence of developing and maintaining strong and effective relationships with internal stakeholders at all levels in an organization. /liliFlexible and adaptable; able to work in ambiguous situations. /liliVery good communication and analytical skills. /li /ulh3Training/certifications: /h3ulliRelevant certifications in cyber security, such as Certified Information Security Manager (CISM), Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP) or GIAC Security. /li /ulh3Desirable

Experience:
/h3ulliExperience in working for or supporting a military or governmental organization. /liliUnderstanding of Information Security Practices relating to the Confidentiality, Integrity and Availability of information (CIA triad.) /li /ulh3Education: /h3ulliA minimum requirement of a Bachelor's degree at a nationally recognised/certified University in a related discipline and 3 years post-related experience; /liliOr exceptionally, the lack of a university degree may be compensated by the demonstration of a candidate's particular abilities or experience that is/are of interest to NCIA, that is, at least 10 years extensive and progressive expertise in duties related to those in this Statement of Work. /li /ul