Communications Standards Support Services

h3Duties /h3 ul liDevelop, maintain and model NATO Communications Reference Architectures using ArchiMate, ensuring alignment with stakeholder requirements and NATO’s digital transformation objectives. /li liLead the modelling of reference architectures and support the delivery of stakeholder-approved architecture artefacts. /li liContribute to the design, development and maintenance of NATO CIS technical standards and standardisation documents, including STANAGs, Allied Communications Publications (AComP) and Standards Related Documents (SRD). /li liSupport the modernisation and development of application-layer and routing protocols to enable the integration of High Frequency (HF) and other Beyond-Line-of-Sight (BLoS) communications systems with IP-based networks. /li liDefine, document and maintain conformance criteria for NATO communications systems, particularly Satellite Communications (SATCOM) specifications. /li liIdentify measurable technical requirements that support interoperability and enable early system integration throughout the development lifecycle. /li liSupport interoperability and systems integration across NATO CIS environments, including BLoS, Line-of-Sight (LoS), SATCOM and cellular communications systems. /li liAssess communications standards and specifications to ensure compatibility, effective integration and compliance with operational requirements. /li liSupport governance, coordination and standardisation activities within the Digital Policy Committee (DPC) substructure, NCIA and relevant standards custodians. /li liAssist committee chairpersons and technical stakeholders in coordinating standardisation activities, maintaining consistency and tracking progress against agreed objectives. /li liCollaborate with CIS engineering stakeholders across NATO entities to support specification development, technical alignment and implementation. /li liAnalyse complex technical specifications and translate them into clear, actionable requirements and technical guidance. /li liContribute to project documentation, technical deliverables and standardisation artefacts, ensuring accuracy, quality and compliance with NATO standardisation processes. /li liParticipate in technical meetings and business travel as required to support specification development and stakeholder coordination. /li liWork closely with the Interoperability and Standardization Section (ISS) within NATO’s Strategy and Policy Directorate. /li liComply with NATO security protocols and sign a Non-Disclosure Agreement before commencing work. /li /ul h3Requirements /h3 h3Mandatory /h3 ul liUniversity degree in a relevant CIS field, such as systems science, or an equivalent technical qualification. /li liRelevant qualification in ArchiMate and TOGAF, or a comparable framework. /li liMinimum 5 years of experience working with NATO CIS technical specifications, including demonstrated knowledge of their application in operational environments. /li liStrong project management skills. /li liExcellent communication and interpersonal skills. /li liAbility to analyse complex technical specifications and translate them into clear, actionable requirements or technical guidance. /li liDemonstrated analytical thinking and the ability to develop structured solutions to complex problems. /li liStrong attention to detail, clarity and accuracy in producing high-quality, error-free work. /li liConceptual thinking skills, including the ability to apply and adapt established concepts. /li liCustomer-service orientation, taking ownership of issues and ensuring their resolution. /li liInitiative and the ability to act decisively in a time-sensitive, fast-paced environment. /li liOrganisational awareness and the ability to work effectively with multiple stakeholders. /li liNATO SECRET security clearance, or the ability to obtain it. /li /ul h3Desirable /h3 ul liKnowledge of the NATO Digital Policy Committee (DPC) and its substructure. /li liKnowledge of NATO standardisation artefacts, including STANAGs, Allied Communications Publications (AComP) and Standards Related Documents (SRD). /li liProfessional certifications in ITIL, PRINCE2, PMP or CIS governance. /li liExperience in the military domain and familiarity with NATO environments. /li /ul