EU Cybersecurity Projects Associate

European DIGITAL SME Alliance; Brussel; On-site; EUR 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Professional development

Mentoring

Conferences & training

Flexible working arrangements

Networking opportunities

Job summary

The European DIGITAL SME Alliance, Europe’s leading ICT SME association, is seeking a Junior Project Manager in Brussels. You will contribute to EU-funded cybersecurity and digital initiatives, supporting project implementation, policy research, and stakeholder collaboration.

This is ideal for an early-career professional aiming to deepen project management and European policy experience. You will engage with partners across Europe and help prepare deliverables, communications, and events while

Qualifications

• University degree in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, Information Technology, European Studies, Political Science, Public Policy, International Relations, Engineering, or related field.
• 1–2 years of relevant experience in EU-funded projects, project management, cybersecurity, digital policies or related fields.
• Excellent written and spoken English.

Responsibilities

• Support EU-funded cybersecurity and digital projects across their lifecycle.
• Coordinate project activities, track timelines and deliverables.
• Prepare policy briefings, responses, and background research on cybersecurity & digital policy.
• Engage with project partners, SMEs, policymakers, and stakeholders.
• Prepare deliverables, reports, meetings, and project documentation.
• Contribute to communication and dissemination activities (website, newsletters, social media).
• Monitor EU policy developments, funding opportunities, regulatory initiatives, and stakeholder activities.

Skills

Project management

Policy research

Stakeholder engagement

Written communication

Analytical skills

Digital literacy

English fluency

Education

University degree in Cybersecurity/CS/IT/European Studies/Public Policy

Tools

Microsoft Office

WordPress

CRM systems

Canva

Job description

The European DIGITAL SME Alliance, Europe’s leading ICT SME association, is seeking a Junior Project Manager in Brussels. You will contribute to EU-funded cybersecurity and digital initiatives, supporting project implementation, policy research, and stakeholder collaboration.

This is ideal for an early-career professional aiming to deepen project management and European policy experience. You will engage with partners across Europe and help prepare deliverables, communications, and events while