Deadline Date: Thursday 3 September 2026
Requirement: Application and CIS Security Senior Support Engineer
Location: Braine-l'Alleud, BE
Full Time On-Site: No
Time On-Site: 50%
Total Scope of the request (hours): 592
Required Start Date: 9 October 2026
End Contract Date: 31 December 2026
Required Security Clearance: NATO SECRET
Duties & Role:
Main Duties
- COTS Application Support
- Design and run PoCs; produce evidence-based recommendations covering cost, operational impact, lock-in and exit strategy
- Security architecture: define secure-by-design reference architectures, patterns and hardening baselines; review new and changed service designs at architecture gates
- Threat modelling and risk: lead threat modelling for new or materially changed services; own the technical risk register entries; propose proportionate mitigations and track remediation to closure
- Support deployment of server applications running on Windows or Linux;
- Integrate applications with identity providers;
- Support creation and deployment of client applications on end- user workstations
- Gathering and reporting metrics and Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)
- Supporting in-service operations
- Support the operation of the assigned system(s) including: Systems operationally used by NATO Enterprise community; Local systems currently used by Local Commands; Atlassian Products management and configuration; Maintenance of the operational & support environments; Monitoring performance of the assigned service applications; Support CIS Support Units (CSU) and other support staff for daily operations of the systems
- Cloud Configuration (Azure, AWS)
- Manage EntraID Groups and Roles
- Manage and configure different Cloud components
- AI related activities
- Deployment, configuration and support of AI based solutions, tools and agents
- Support of COTS applications-AI integration in production environments
- Ongoing Monitoring of applications, and coordinating Maintenance
- COTS End-User Support:
- Troubleshoot and resolve complex software problems, ensuring efficient use of resources and problem resolution
- Incident Logging and Tracking:
- Monitor the incident management process for tickets created in the helpdesk ticketing system
- Ensure all tickets are updated with accurate and detailed information and resolved within the agreed service levels
- Escalation:
- Escalate complex issues to vendor support or appropriate teams when necessary
- Follow up on escalated issues to ensure timely resolution and user satisfaction
- Knowledge Base Management:
- Contribute to the creation and maintenance of a knowledge base, documenting common issues and solutions
- Share knowledge and best practices with team members to improve overall service quality
- Contribute to analysis and documentation of new requirements and change requests
- Participate in review of documentation such as requirements definitions, software design (functional/technical analysis), systems specifications or other deliverables
- Technical:
- Controlling, managing and providing access to the restricted areas managed by the business area
- Ensuring the proper functionality and security of software and hardware managed by NBAC
- Monitoring COTS Applications and other software managed by NBAC by identifying and reporting any problems with the infrastructure, hardware and software applications
- Providing support to NBAC team for security approval and accreditation of software applications and CIS
- Controlling and checking compliance with security regulations laid down by NCIA and NATO on the use of software and hardware which is part of the NBAC services
- Gathering functional and non-functional requirements, including drafting systems specifications
- Support technical reviews, walkthroughs and audits
- Support preparation of functional and technical specifications for software and hardware with special focus on the SSBA BA domain
- Support to change management, configuration management, release/deployment and testing
- Communication and Collaboration:
- Work with and provide input to Service Delivery Managers, Project Managers, Portfolio Managers and other stakeholders
- Collaborate with NCIA and vendors teams
Requirements
Skills, Knowledge & Experience:
- Deep understanding of end-user devices (desktops, laptops, tablets, smartphones) running Windows OS, Android OS and Apple iPhones/iPads
- Expert knowledge of computing infrastructure - Linux, Windows and Active Directory
- Expert knowledge of Microsoft SQL Server 2019-2025 and IIS based web applications
- Very good understanding and experience with AI/LLM
- Deep understanding of networking infrastructure
- Very good knowledge of cloud technologies and cloud deployment for both AWS and Azure
- Deep understanding of PKI, certificate management, post-quantum migration
- Expert knowledge relevant to software engineering: Technologies and standards (at least 4 of them): HTML5, REST & Web Services, XML, HTTP, SQL, Visual Basic for Applications; Identity Management (OAuth, OIDC, SAML2) application integration; Application server technologies and Relational Database Management Systems; Programming languages and platforms - .NET/C#, JAVA, JavaScript;
- Deep understanding of security constraints and requirements in CIS
- Deep understanding of NCIA and NATO security directives and regulations, along with understanding of industry best practices and standards
- Familiarity with Microsoft services and tools, including Outlook, Teams, SharePoint
- Experience and good knowledge of at least the following COTS technologies: IIS, JBOSS, Apache Tomcat; .NET based applications;
- Extensive experience in deployment and management of client-server applications, application integration and data transformation for application integration;
- Evidence-driven and vendor-neutral; able to say "not yet" and defend the position
- Strong technical skills to investigate, diagnose and resolve complex IT issues
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Full proficiency in English. French language proficiency is of advantage
- Ability to communicate technical information to non-technical users in a clear and concise manner
- Ability to work in cross-functional application management/deployment teams
- Strong customer service focus with a commitment to user satisfaction
- Ability to manage multiple projects/activities and prioritize tasks effectively
- Attention to detail in documenting activities and maintaining accurate records
- At least 10 years of relevant experience in the field of computer science or electronic engineering
- Very good knowledge in multiple areas of Software Engineering including some of the following: Requirements elicitation and management (including non-functional requirements for Operations & Maintenance); Software change management and testing; Secure Software design, implementation and testing; Secure Software Engineering techniques and methodologies; Configuration management practices and tools; Application Lifecycle Management concept and tools
- Ability to work effectively as part of a team and share knowledge and resources
- Willingness to collaborate with colleagues to solve complex issues
- Candidate has strong customer relationship skills, including negotiating complex and sensitive situations under pressure
- Candidate must have the nationality of one of the NATO nations
- Candidate must possess a NATO Secret Security Clearance or national equivalent
- Prior experience in an international environment comprising both military and civilian elements;