Security Officer - Spain

1 мес. назад

ИспанияOnsite

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Build and manage the classified information security posture for Spain, ensuring compliance with national and international security clearances.

О компании

is the world leader in sovereign intelligence from space. We deliver persistent monitoring capabilities to detect and respond to changes in any location on Earth.
owns the world's largest and most advanced SAR (synthetic aperture radar) satellite constellation. To our customers we provide intelligence with unmatched quality, latency and revisit times, in any weather, day or night. To governments who choose to operate their own constellation we provide this proven capability as a sovereign system.
-built constellations serve customers in defence and intelligence, environmental monitoring, insurance and emergency management. We enable fast decisions that contribute to a safer future.
Founded and headquartered in Finland, operates globally with over 1000 employees across Europe, North America, the Middle East, and Asia-Pacific.

Обязанности

Own the roadmap. Define and execute the twelve-month plan to take Spain from current state to fully cleared operations at the required national classification levels [list target levels] — including facility security clearance [national term, e.g. facility security clearance / accreditation], personnel clearances, IT accreditation, and the operational processes that sit underneath.
Be the appointed security officer. Act as the company's official security officer, representing with relevant national authorities [name the applicable security, defence-procurement, and cyber/IT-security authorities in this jurisdiction]. Lead all interactions with the national industrial security / accreditation body [insert local term] and represent [Country] in front of regulators with credibility and precision.
Build the framework. Partner with the Global Security team to implement policies, SOPs, secure areas, accreditation pathways toward higher classifications and the audit trail that evidences this.
Run the clearance pipeline. Be the person coordinating Personnel Security Clearances across the local organisation in close coordination with Global Security to ensure the business is ahead
Enable the business. Translate security requirements and support appropriate handling of classified information for Spain
Ensure Spain holds and maintains a valid Facility Security Clearance and operates accredited environments at the required national level
’s local team holds required personnel clearances to participate in our priority programmes.
Spain are able to participate in classified procurements and requirements are clearly known and communicated to internal stakeholders
Spain team are trained in all appropriate security processes required
You will have built the Audit-ready documentation, local procedures and SOPs, with rehearsed incident-response and Crisis handling measures in place

Требования

10+ years experience of working with a variety of security challenges and demands, from IT, to physical security elements.
Real world hands on experience is essential
Deep, hands-on knowledge of the national classified information regime: the governing legislation, regulations, and industrial security manual/handbook, and the practical workings of national security oversight for Spain
Track record as a security officer (or directly equivalent) inside a defence, intelligence, aerospace, or critical-infrastructure organisation in Spain. Consulting experience is preferred.
Experience of scaling its classification level is necessary.
Working fluency in NATO and EU classification frameworks (e.g. NATO SECRET, EU SECRET) and how they interlock with national classification levels.
Credibility with national authorities. You have collaborated closely with the relevant National Security, MoD, defence-procurement, and cyber/IT-security authorities in Spain
Currently held Security Clearance is essential
In possession of (or eligible for) Reservado Nacional personal security clearance, and ideally the equivalent EU/ESA/EC Secret)
S trong grasp of IT security accreditation paths for classified systems — the national baseline security standards, approved classified-IT regime, and formal accreditation/approval process for higher classifications such as ISO 9001, NATO/APAQ PECAL
Fluent in English , with native Spanish, with the ability to brief at executive, authority, and working level.

Условия

Our benefits are designed to support your health and wellbeing, at work and beyond. We keep improving them based on employee feedback, and offerings vary by location. Talent Acquisition will confirm what applies for this role and location during the process.

Как откликнуться

Intro conversation with Talent Acquisition (30 min)
Interview with Country Director of Operations (45 min)
Hiring manager interview with the CEO, Spain (45 min)
Technical case: a take-home roadmap exercise. Demonstrate your vision to build from current state to the highest target classification level, including facility, personnel, and IT accreditation — presented and defended in person to a panel (90 min)
Interview with ’s Chief Security Officer (45 min)
Final conversation with the Global CEO of

Другое

Job Title: Security Officer
Department: Security Spain
Location: Valencia, Spain
Reports to: CEO, Spain - with a dotted-line relationship to Security [Group / Global Security function]
Employment type: Permanent
Working type: On-Site
Employment is subject to applicable security screening and clearances
In this position you will build and own the classified information security posture that lets Spain operate within the required classification, coordinating the efforts to achieve and maintain “Reservado Nacional” security clearance, and its NATO and EU equivalents.
You are the person who will build the defensible, audit-ready security framework for Spain. You will design it, run it, and represent it to the appropriate authority. You are also the trusted advisor that will support the Spain CEO as the first point of contact for Security matters.
This is a role for a builder; someone that is confident in defining, maintaining and communicating the security framework that enables ’s continued growth and meeting our obligations to our customers.
At , you’ll join a diverse and highly engaged team united by the ambition to make the impossible possible. As a global scale-up, we combine speed and ambition with the opportunity to take real ownership from day one. Your growth, wellbeing, and success are a priority, with continuous professional development, training opportunities, and a culture where collaboration is how we win.
Make the impossible possible : We set ambitious goals and stay calm under pressure. We bring grit, optimism, and ownership when things get hard, and we keep moving until we find a way.
Be curious : Go deep, ask questions, listen carefully, and think critically. Understand the “why” behind decisions.
See the big picture: Stay close to what’s happening across the company so you can make better decisions. Consider how your work affects others.
Drive effective teamwork: Create psychological safety, invite different perspectives, and build inclusive teams. There are no bad questions.
Act as one team: We win together. We match tasks to the right owner and stay agile as priorities shift.
Have fun : What we do matters—and it should be enjoyable. Celebrate progress, take pride in results, and share the wins.
We want to be a place where people can be themselves and do great work. Different backgrounds and perspectives make us stronger, which is why we work to create an environment where people feel included, respected, and able to speak up. Whatever your background, we want you to bring your authentic self to the table.
We’re committed to fair, inclusive hiring and equal opportunity. Everyone is welcome to apply. If you need any adjustments or support during the recruitment process, tell us—we’ll do our best to help.
Apply now to start your journey, and help us continue to make the impossible possible together. Read more about and working with us at .com .