2025-0216 Cyber Security Accreditation Support NS NETHERLANDS - 8 Aug - Park Lane Recruitment Ltd : Job Details

• Deadline Date: Friday 8 August 2025
• Location: The Hague, NETHERLANDS
• Required Start Date: 1 September 2025

Deadline Date: Friday 8 August 2025 Requirement: Cyber Security Accreditation Support Location: The Hague, NETHERLANDS Full Time On-Site: Yes Time On-Site: 100% Not to Exceed: 2025 BASE: NTE 56,610 EUR (17 * 3,330 EUR per sprint)2026, 2027, 2028 options Period of Performance: 2025 BASE: 1 September 2025 Required Security Clearance: NATO SECRET Special Terms and Conditions: A Non-disclosure Undertaking will have to be signed before the start of the service delivery. 

Please do NOT apply for any NATO contract positions unless you meet ALL the following criteria:

Current National or NATO SECRET clearance

Nationality of one of the NATO member countries

Current work visa for the specific location if applying for an in-country position

Any applications that do NOT meet all the above - and do not CLEARLY show these on the CV - will be deleted.

Objectives:

• NCIA is embracing cloud services by transitioning to Microsoft 365 with a security-centric design.
• This shift aims to enhance operational efficiency, collaboration, and security across the organization. We are looking for individuals with strong knowledge, a willingness to learn, and a desire to grow as part of this new challenge.
• The objective of this statement of work is to establish a support and operating model for End User Services operating in the Public Cloud, with a focus on Microsoft 365 services.

Requirements:The consultancy support for these services require an experienced contractor in Cyber Security Accreditation Support, with the following qualifications:Experience:

• At least 5 years of experience supporting cyber security projects for large-scale CIS environments.
• At least 5 years of background in system security engineering, accreditation, and architecture.

Accreditation Expertise:

• Proven experience with NATO or national security accreditation.
• Familiarity with lifecycle accreditation documentation (SAP, SRS, STVP).
• Understanding of accreditation authority structures and stakeholder dynamics.

Risk Assessment Proficiency:

• Skilled in conducting security risk assessments and SRARs.
• Familiar with NIST SP 800-30, ISO 27005 frameworks.
• Ability to advise on remediation and residual risk handling.

Security Policy Knowledge:

• Thorough knowledge of NATO Security Policy and ACO/ACT frameworks.
• Ability to interpret and implement policy requirements.
• Experience contributing to policy and directive development.

Technical Security Understanding:

• Understanding of secure architecture principles in hybrid/public cloud.
• Knowledge of identity, access management, and ZTNA concepts.
• Familiarity with data protection strategies, including encryption and DLP.

Communication Skills:

• Excellent written communication for reporting and documentation.
• Effective oral communication and stakeholder engagement.
• Presentation of security posture and compliance status to senior audiences.

Stakeholder Engagement:

• Comfortable liaising with SAAs, PMs, and operational authorities.
• Representation in SABs and NATO-wide working groups.
• Capable of conflict resolution and negotiating accreditation paths.

Project Support:

• Provide accreditation advice for proposals, bids, and tenders.
• Support for security deliverables during project lifecycle.
• Input into procurement, development, and deployment stages.

Multinational Experience:

• Experience working in international, multi-cultural environments.
• Familiarity with civil-military collaboration structures.
• Appreciation of NATO's organizational mission and governance.

Certifications:

• Desirable: CISSP, CISM, or CISA.
• Other relevant training in security risk or audit domains.
• Commitment to ongoing professional development.

Language and Clearance:

• Fluent in English, both spoken and written.
• French language proficiency is an asset.
• NATO Secret Security Clearance or national equivalent required.

Security and Compliance Knowledge:

• Understanding of security best practices and compliance requirements related to Intune Device Management and Operations.
• Experience conducting audits and ensuring adherence to regulatory standards.

Communication and Collaboration:

• Excellent communication skills to effectively collaborate with IT teams, stakeholders, and end-users.
• Ability to document processes clearly and provide training on IAM tools and practices.

Organizational Skills:

• Strong organizational skills to manage multiple tasks and priorities effectively.
• Attention to detail in managing M365 environment and the Microsoft Intune Platform.

Team Collaboration:

• Ability to work effectively as part of a team and share knowledge and resources.
• Willingness to collaborate with colleagues to solve complex issues.

Others:

• The individual has strong customer relationship skills, including negotiating complex and sensitive situations under pressure.
• Full proficiency in the English language. French language proficiency is of advantage.
• The individual must have the nationality of one of the NATO nations.
• The individual must possess a NATO Secret Security Clearance or national equivalent.