Cyber Security Engineer (Security Accreditation) - NATO Cleared
Brussels, brussels capital region, belgium (on-site
Security clearance: candidates must already hold a valid NATO secret security clearance.
Work authorisation: candidates must have the legal right to work full-time in belgium
Our client, a key supplier across multiple NATO frameworks, is seeking an experienced Cyber Security Engineer (Security Accreditation) to support security accreditation activities across the full lifecycle of NATO communication and information systems.
This is a freelance, on-site position in Brussels.Weekly travel to local offices (such as Braine-l'Alleud) is expected.
Key responsibilities
- Provide security accreditation advice and guidance to project and system managers throughout the full lifecycle, including inputs to project proposals and invitations for bid.
- Conduct security risk assessments in support of accreditation, including identifying threats and vulnerabilities across all assets, assessing residual risks, and providing risk management recommendations.
- Contribute to solution architecture by identifying and applying relevant security directives and identifying risks arising from proposed technical solutions.
- Suggest alternative solutions or countermeasures to mitigate identified risks.
- Define and manage scoping, requirements definition, and prioritisation activities related to security accreditation.
- Develop, manage, and maintain accreditation documentation, including description, security accreditation plan, security risk assessment report, security requirement statements, security operating procedures, and security test and verification plan.
- Witness security testing in accordance with approved STVPs and coordinate remediation plans with the relevant security accreditation authority.
- Build and sustain effective communication with security accreditation boards
- Represent the agency on security accreditation matters.
- Stay abreast of technological developments relevant to the area of work.
Required skills & experience
- Minimum 2 years' experience in security accreditation of major acquisition and/or development projects within large organisations.
- Experience with security risk assessment methodologies and tools.
- Experience in planning, design, and implementation of security components.
- Good knowledge of NATO security policy and supporting directives.
- Prior experience working in an international environment comprising both military and civilian elements.
- Knowledge of NATO responsibilities and organisation, including
- Bachelor's degree in a relevant discipline with a minimum of 2 years' post-related experience, or at least 6 years of progressive relevant experience in lieu of a degree.
- CISA and/or CISSP certification (desirable).
- Valid NATO secret security clearance (mandatory).
- Legal right to work full-time in belgium (mandatory).
Contract details
Start Date: 19 April 2026
End Date: 30 December 2026
Total Scope: 836 hours
This role is ideal for a cyber security engineer with strong accreditation and risk assessment expertise looking to contribute to a high-profile international environment. If you meet the requirements and are ready for your next challenge, apply now.
