Staff Officer (CIS/Security)

• POST TITLE: Staff Officer (CIS/Security)
• NATO GRADE:  G15
• DIVISION: J2
• DIRECTORATE: Operations
• CLEARANCE :  NATO COSMIC TOP S E C R E T 

1. Post  Summary

Headquarters Allied Joint Force Command Naples provides a resilient, static Joint headquarters to plan, prepare and conduct operations across all domains from Baseline Activities and Current Operations (BACO), including deterrence, through Crisis, up to the Maximum Level of Effort (MLE), in order to support NATO’s three core tasks, at the Joint Operational level, as directed by SACEUR. Supported by the Single Service Commands, Allied Joint Force Command Naples integrates allocated forces, including NATO Force Structure entities, and synchronises activity to achieve operational objectives. It maintains comprehensive, regional focused, situational awareness, leads contingency planning and directs exercises. It also provides out-of-theatre support to enduring NATO operations and could contribute specific Joint competencies to other NATO Command Structure or NATO Force Structure entities. It is capable of commanding a Joint Task Force operating within or beyond SACEUR’s Area of Responsibility, with theatre enablement provided by a dedicated Joint Logistic Support Group Headquarters. It has the capability to deploy tailored elements to enable reconnaissance, liaison, and coordination, and support the Joint Commander. Synchronizes and integrates Joint and Combined armed forces within the Joint Operational Area (JOA) in support of a Joint Task Force.

The Operations Directorate is responsible for directing, monitoring, assessing and coordinating operational staff functions.

The J2 Division provides Intelligence in support of the planning, preparation, conduct and assessment of NATO assigned operations across all domains from Baseline Activities and Current Operations (BACO) through Crisis up to the Maximum Level of Effort (MLE), thus supporting the Commanders and HQ Staffs decision process.

The J2/6/7 Branch provides specialized expertise and support to the JF HQ and subordinate headquarters and supports ACOS J2 in his direction of the Intelligence functions. It develops rules and procedures as well as J2 standard operating procedures.

The J2X Section fulfils core specialized intel functions and acts as a gateway between theatre and NATO chain of Command  providing timely and accurate advice on all matters pertaining Counterintelligence (CI), Human Intelligence (HUMINT), Information Security and CIS Security.

The incumbent develops, implements and enforces INFOSEC/CIS Security policies, directives and guidelines in peacetime and operations and coordinates all INFOSEC and CIS Security requirements/security issues within JF HQ and with other national/NATO agencies, commands and organisations.

The incumbent reports to OJS OIJJ 0010 - Section Head (J2X) - OF-4

2. Principal Duties

The Incumbent'S Duties Are:

• Develops, implements and enforces INFOSEC/CIS Security policies, directives and guidelines in peacetime and operations.
• Coordinates all INFOSEC/CIS Security requirements within JF HQ AOR.
• Coordinates all INFOSEC/Security issues within JF HQ and with other national/NATO agencies, commands and organisations.
• Inspects subordinate HQs and ensures compliance with NATO INFOSEC//CIS Security policies.
• Core member of the Cyber Defence Working Group and Cyber Cell.
• Assists conducting co-ordination for any cyber crisis and for cyber defence for ongoing operations.
• Utilize cyber intelligence products to support ongoing operations.
• Undertakes work as part of a project team or working group as directed or assigned.

3. Special Requirements and Additional Duties

The employee may be required to perform a similar range of duties elsewhere within the organisation at the same grade without there being any change to the contract.

Depending on requirements, may be required to direct and supervise the work priorities of one or more HQ multifunctional teams.

The work is normally performed in a Normal NATO office working environment.

Normal Working Conditions apply.

The risk of injury is categorised as No Risk.

4. Essential Qualifications

University Degree  in information security, computer science or related discipline  and 2 years function related experience, or Higher Secondary education and completed advanced vocational training  in that discipline leading to a professional qualification or professional accreditation with 4 years post related experience

Knowledge in CIS equipment, configuration and interconnection of networks and accreditation process

Experience in developing, implementing and enforcing INFOSEC/CIS Security policies, directives and guidelines, and in coordinating all INFOSEC and CIS security requirements with other Organizations/Stakeholders

Experience utilizing cyber intelligence products to support ongoing tasks/operations

English - SLP 3333 - (Listening, Speaking, Reading and Writing)

NOTE: The work both oral and written in this post and in this Headquarters as a whole is conducted mainly in English.

5. Desirable Qualifications

University Degree preferably in Research and Informatics, area studies in configuration and interconnection of networks, knowledge in Security related issues and 2 years post related experience, or a Higher Secondary education and completed advanced vocational training leading to a professional qualification or professional accreditation with 5 years post related and 2 years function related experience;

Experienced Officer with ample professional background of a NATO, Joint or Combined Staff

Background experience covering Joint staff functions, preferably in a NATO environment.

Experience in Security Management and Information Security.

Knowledge of the Intelligence cycle, processes and J2 functional activity

National General Staff College or NATO Defence College graduate

Participant in NATO training and exercises 

Nato Courses:

CCC-SM-22206 - NATO C4ISR Orientation for Officers

MPG-MP-2699 - NATO Security Course

INT-SU-16797 - NATO Intelligence Functional Systems Training (NIFST)

COP-CD-36978 - Cyber-Intelligence and Situational Awareness

CCC-IA-26972 - NATO CIS Security Officer

INT-SU-36875 - Basic Intelligence Systems Core Training (BISCT)

6. Attributes/Competencies

• Personal Attributes: The incumbent must have the outstanding task management and communication skills. He/she must be innovative and possess the intellectual ability to create, advertise and instruct INFOSEC programmes that not only meet NATO security policy requirements but are pragmatic and implementable at the lowest command levels. The incumbent is expected to approach problem solving from a comprehensive inter-disciplinary perspective. The incumbent must be capable of multitasking. The incumbent may be required to work outside normal working hours and must show a high level of maturity and ability to work under pressure and tight timelines. The incumbent requires proactivity, results orientation and ability to prioritize competing demands to maximize productivity and efficiency. He/ she must be capable of translating general guidance into workable proposals and deliverables. The incumbent must be willing to work unusual hours in a multinational environment.
• Managerial Responsibilities: There is no immediate supervision of any related personnel. Based on current requirements and tasking, there might be the need for the incumbent to support CIS Security or accreditation working groups / boards. There is the potential that the incumbent may occasionally be tasked to take the lead on specific accreditation efforts or to support the administration of an inspection or site survey. The incumbent may happen to advise on efforts conducted by NCIA when it comes to support analytical activities and related CIS capabilities.

Professional Contacts: The incumbent maintains regular contact with staffs from JFCNP and its subordinate formations, SHAPE, and NATO HQ as required. Yet contacts with senior security staffs in NATO nations and International Organisations are possible. Contacts are frequent at the OF5 level and the incumbent is personally required to conduct briefings to collective audiences on the INFOSEC policy and regulations.

• Contribution To Objectives: In terms of ensuring the continued effective instigation of all aspects of security in JFCNP, the incumbent is central to achieving this objective through the support given to the ACO/JFCNP CIS Security. accreditation process and potential support to CIS Security auditing. The Security accreditation process is crucial for the support of ACOS J2 as the principal security advisor of JFCNP. It forms the last line of defence in regards to the analysis of operational requirements, which are translated into technical specifications that are then matched and compared to current CIS Security policy and guidance documents. The incumbent is also responsible for support to the ACO/JFCNP Security accreditation tool (or changes to it), based on requirements identified within ACO/JFCNP.

7. Contract:

The successful candidate will receive a three-year definite duration contract which may be followed by an indefinite duration contract.  NATO-serving staff members will be offered a contract in accordance with the NATO Civilian Personnel Regulations (NCPRs).  

The basic entry-level monthly salary for a NATO Grade G15 in Italy is Euro 5,725.22 which may be augmented by allowances based on the selected staff member’s eligibility, and which is subject to the withholding of approximately 20% for pension and medical insurance contributions. 

8. How To Apply:

1. HQ JFC Naples uses NATO Talent Acquisition Platform (NTAP), TALEO. 

In order to apply for this vacancy, please visit the platform at: https://nato.taleo.net/careersection/2/jobsearch.ftl?lang=en, and search for vacancies within the Headquarters of interest. 

1. 2. Essential information must be included in the application form. Each question should be answered thoroughly.  Expressions such as “please see attached CV”, or invitations to follow links to personal webpages, are not acceptable, and will be disregarded.  Application forms must be filled out in English.  Relevant education and certificates must be attached to the application form.
2. 3. Applications are automatically acknowledged within one working day after submission.  In the absence of an acknowledgment please make sure the submission process is completed, or, re-submit the application. 
3. 4. Shortlisted candidates invited to the interview phase, will be requested to provide, where applicable, copies of University diplomas listing the exams sustained, transcripts (that is, list of courses with grades and dates), for all pertinent university and vocational training courses. 
4. 5. Candidates’ individual telephone or email enquiries about the submission of their applications cannot be dealt with.  All candidates will receive a message indicating the outcome of their application.

Note that once you create your profile, you will be able to use it on NTAP to apply for other vacancies within NATO. 

Employment Pre-Requisites:

Candidates are invited to submit their applications only if: 

• They are nationals of a NATO member country
• They are over 21 and under 60 years of age at the time of taking up their appointments. Appointments of definite duration may be offered to candidates of 60 years of age or more, provided that the expiry date of the contract is not later than the date at which the candidate attains the age of 65.

Additional Information:

 A NATO security clearance and approval of the candidate’s medical file by the NATO Medical Advisor are essential conditions for appointment to this post.  Applicants are not required to possess a clearance at the time of applying, but they must be eligible for a clearance.  HQ JFC Naples will take action to obtain the required security clearance from the successful candidates’ national authorities. The selected candidate will be affiliated to the NATO Defined Contribution Pension Scheme (DCPS). For info please visit https://www.nato.int/cps/en/natolive/86790.htm