OT Security Engineer (Physical Security Systems)

Cyber StrategiX; Strasbourg; Hybrid; EUR 41,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Gross hourly rate of EUR 35.74

Job summary

eu-LISA is seeking an OT Security Engineer (Physical Security Systems) in Strasbourg to secure its physical security network and infrastructure. You will perform hands-on assessments, harden systems, and collaborate with ICT teams and external providers to strengthen security controls.

The role requires 5+ years in security, strong TCP/IP & LAN/VLAN knowledge, and a valid EU clearance or equivalent. English and French at B2 level are mandatory; CISSP/CISM/Security+ or similar certifications are

Qualifications

• University degree in Information Security, Cybersecurity, CS, Network Engineering or related field.
• Minimum 5 years in network/infra security or security assessment.
• Hands-on experience assessing networks and hardening systems.
• Knowledge of TCP/IP, LAN/VLAN, segmentation, OS security and patch management.
• EU SECRET/CONFIDENTIAL level clearance or equivalent recognised by an EU Member State.
• Strong written/spoken English and French (B2).
• Certifications such as CISSP/CISM/Security+/GIAC/CCNP Security are advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Carry out security assessments of servers, workstations, network devices and administration interfaces.
• Identify vulnerabilities, misconfigurations and risky privileges; track remediation.
• Develop and maintain security baselines and hardening standards; verify compliance.
• Produce technical reports and security posture updates for stakeholders.

Skills

Security assessments

Network security

TCP/IP

LAN/VLAN

Privileged access management

Patch management

English (B2)

French (B2)

Security certifications

Education

Bachelors in Information Security / Cybersecurity / CS / Network Engineering

Tools

CISSP

CISM

Security+

GIAC

CCNP Security

Job description

Does contributing to the smooth operations of a leading EU Agency appeal to you? Then this could be your next opportunity!

About the Agency

Our client, eu-LISA, is the European Union Agency responsible for operating large-scale IT systems that help keep Europe safe and support cooperation in areas like security, migration, and justice. Civitta, in cooperation with Talenta, provides temporary agency workers to eu-LISA.

We are looking for

OT Security Engineer (Physical Security Systems) supporting the Protective Security Sector within the Security Unit. The position is based in Strasbourg, France.

About the Job

In this role, you will protect the network and infrastructure behind the Agency’s physical security systems, such as access control, CCTV, intrusion detection and security management platforms. You will be a hands‑on technical practitioner who assesses, hardens and improves this environment, working closely with the Physical Security Systems Administrators, ICT colleagues and external service providers.

You will

• Carry out regular security assessments of servers, workstations, network devices and administration interfaces supporting physical security systems
• Identify vulnerabilities, misconfigurations, excessive privileges and possible attack vectors
• Maintain vulnerability registers, track remediation and verify that corrective actions are effective
• Implement corrective measures directly or coordinate them with technical stakeholders, and elevate unresolved risks
• Develop and maintain security baselines and hardening standards, and check compliance with them
• Support secure authentication, privileged access management and secure administration practices
• Assess LAN, VLAN and network segmentation, and the security impact of integrations and third-party connections
• Recommend and implement improvements to network segregation, access restrictions and resilience
• Contribute security expertise to infrastructure upgrades and the deployment of new security capabilities
• Produce technical reports and regular reporting on the security posture of the physical security infrastructure
• Monitor security advisories and threat developments, and contribute to the continuous improvement of security standards

Requirements

• A university degree in Information Security, Cybersecurity, Computer Science, Network Engineering, Information Systems or a related field
• Minimum 5 years of professional experience in network security, infrastructure security, cybersecurity or technical security assessment
• Proven hands‑on experience in performing security assessments, analysing network and system configurations and hardening systems yourself (the role is not limited to governance, policy or audit coordination)
• Sound knowledge of TCP/IP, switching, LAN/VLAN architectures, network segmentation, OS security, patch management and privileged access management
• A valid Personnel Security Clearance at EU CONFIDENTIAL level or higher, or an equivalent national clearance recognised by an EU Member State
• Good command of written and spoken English and French (minimum B2 in both)
• Certifications such as CISSP, CISM, Security+, GIAC or CCNP Security, and experience with access control, CCTV or intrusion detection systems, are a strong advantage

Benefits

WE OFFER an opportunity to work in a prestigious EU Agency within a multicultural environment, with a gross hourly rate of EUR 35.74.

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