IRIS2 Space cybersecurity architect

Eutelsat; Issy-les-Moulineaux; Hybrid; EUR 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Eutelsat is seeking a Space Cybersecurity Architect for the IRIS² programme, based in France (Toulouse or Issy-les-Moulineaux). You will design and implement secure systems for our LEO infrastructure, ensuring compliance with ISO, NIST, ECSS and industry best practices, protecting sensitive information and assets.

You will work with system engineers, IT teams, and external partners to define security requirements, perform risk assessments, and drive secure-by-design practices across projects.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in computer science, information security or a related field.
• Proven experience as a Cyber Security Architect in the space industry.
• Strong knowledge of ISO 27001/27005, NIST CSF, ECSS, CCSDS frameworks.

Responsibilities

• Design and maintain a comprehensive cyber security architecture framework for space systems.
• Review security documentation: plans, requirements, design, validation and reports.
• Collaborate with system engineering to align security with end-to-end architecture.
• Implement security requirements for systems, networks and applications, focusing on spacecraft security.
• Contribute to risk and vulnerability assessments and ensure traceability and evidence management.
• Provide guidance to project teams on secure system design and development and educate teams on threats.

Skills

Cybersecurity architecture

Info security standards

NIST Cybersecurity Framework

Embedded systems

Regulatory compliance

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in CS/InfoSec

Tools

Firewall

PKI / Cryptography

Vulnerability assessment tools

Security documentation tools

Job description

Be part of a new era in communications, transforming connectivity with Eutelsat – the world’s first GEO-LEO integrated global satellite operator.

As a global leader in satellite communications, we provide connectivity, broadcasting television channels and packages, transmitting news reports, and wholesale broadband Internet access services.

With Eutelsat Group You’ll Get To:

• Pioneer the future of Space Technology
• Bring connectivity to remote frontiers
• Collaborate with customer-centric experts
• Embrace cultural diversity in our global team

Where your skills ignite opportunities and you will elevate your skills in a stretching, rewarding, and meaningful environment. At Eutelsat, we’re united by inclusion and diversity, striving for gender balance and social responsibility, on Earth and in Space.

Job Overview

We are looking for a Space Cybersecurity Architect for the IRIS² programme.

You will play a critical role in the activity of review, design and implementation of secure systems, infrastructure and applications to protect our organization's and our customers’ sensitive information and assets. You will be responsible for developing and maintaining our LEO system and networks cyber security architecture, ensuring that it complies with our customers’ requirements, regulatory requirements, international security standards including ISO, NIST and industry best practices. You will be involved in the definition of security solutions since the early study phase for projects of key importance. Your expertise will contribute to the overall protection of our LEO systems against cyber threats and based on information security risk management and provide guidance to all our teams on security-related matters.

What You’ll Do

• Design and maintain a comprehensive cyber security architecture framework
• Review and contribute to the definition of the security documentation, such as plans, requirements, design, validation and reports
• Collaborate with the System engineering teams to match the security requirements with the end-to-end system architecture
• Implement security requirements and standards for systems, networks and applications, with a focus on the spacecraft security
• Contribute on the overall risk assessments and vulnerability assessments process to identify potential security weaknesses
• Ensure requirements compliance through verification, traceability and evidence management
• Analyze and investigate any security tradeoffs and requests for deviations.
• Collaborate with external partners, security systems integrators, vendors, and auditors to address security-related requirements
• Work closely with IT teams, software developers, network engineers, and other stakeholders to ensure security measures are implemented effectively
• Stay up to date with the latest cyber security trends, technologies, and threats
• Evaluate and recommend security solutions, tools, and technologies to enhance our security capabilities
• Provide guidance and support to project teams on secure system design and development
• Educate teams on emerging cyber security threats and best practices for safeguarding sensitive information

What You’ll Need

• Bachelor's or master’s degree (preferable) in computer science, Information Security, or a related field
• Proven experience as a Cyber Security Architect or a similar role, in the frame of the space industry
• Strong understanding of telecommunication satellite technologies, challenges and constraints
• In-depth knowledge of cyber security principles, best practices, standards and frameworks (e.g., ISO 27001, ISO 27005, EBIOS, NIST Cybersecurity Framework, ECSS, CCSDS)
• Familiarity with regulatory requirements and compliance standards (e.g., NIS2, CRA)
• Strong understanding of embedded systems and real-time systems
• Proficiency in security technologies:
• Network security (Firewall, routing, filtering...);
• Software security;
• Cryptography (PKI, cryptographic protocols...);
• RF security;
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong communication and collaboration abilities.
• Fluent English; French and other European languages are a plus
• Willingness to travel regularly across the EU to attend meetings and workshops
• The Position is open to European Union nationals

Where You’ll Work

You will be based in Toulouse or Issy-les-Moulineaux (France), in a highly technical environment dedicated to IRIS² security and engineering, working closely with the engineering department, the security team and the subcontractors.

Home office may be considered after initial training and subject to operational constraints. Regular on-site presence and travel within the EU are expected.

Data Protection

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This role is a Eutelsat Group job opening; all of our open roles are posted on the current OneWeb and Eutelsat websites. Please note that when you are applying, your application may be seen by both teams.