INTRODUCTION SUMMARY
We are on the lookout for a talented and ambitious Project Manager or, Technical Team Leader with an interest in moving into
Project Management, to join our Programme Management team here in Cambridge, UK.
The role will work with our Defence & Security clients, undertaking the development of innovative new products across the entire
product life cycle. The role will be primarily project management for our defence and security clients within UK government,
although there may be scope to get involved in a variety of projects for our commercial and wider public sector clients. Projects
typically consist of early concept work, through prototype manufacture, to new product introduction, often surmounting
considerable technical challenges as we push the boundary of what is possible. We combine highly creative lateral thinking with
excellent technical skills and we’re looking for broad defence and security industry experience to help us form powerful
development teams.
WHAT WE CAN OFFER
We can offer you variety, and the chance to work in a dynamic environment buzzing with the excitement of innovation that is having
a real effect on people’s lives.
The projects you will lead will typically be highly complex, spanning the entire product development lifecycle. You will take full
responsibility for delivering the agreed project objectives within the authorised time and budget constraints whilst managing
multi-disciplinary teams of talented engineers, scientists, and designers in delivering novel products and services to market for
a wide variety of clients.
You will always have the support of experienced Programme Managers ready to guide you towards more complex projects as your career
develops. We believe that a supportive environment is the way to bring the best out of each other. We will actively promote your
progression and provide you with the opportunity to take on increasingly challenging tasks.
Your specific responsibilities will vary according to your expertise but are likely to include:
* Developing project proposals that meet our government clients’ commercial and technical requirements – this will be primarily
for UK-based government clients
* Delivering projects with a significant amount of S&T (Science and Technology) or Research and Development content
* Management of the delivery of projects that solve complex, multi-disciplinary technical challenges, across multi-office teams
* Team building and leadership of multiple project teams
* Capturing technical product requirements and resolving system level discussions, requiring a strong technical background
* Experience of managing end‑to‑end bidding and tendering processes, including bid management, stakeholder engagement and
governance.
* Running meetings with clients, presenting and communicating ideas and concepts to all disciplines
* Working with Business Developers in building relationships with clients to understand their programme needs.
* The ability to lead, influence and motivate an extensive team to deliver exploitable project outputs;
* The ability to manage and influence stakeholders to ensure project success.
This role will require some domestic UK-based travel but is focussed on managing project teams within the Cambridge office. We
have adopted a hybrid working model, with a mix of both home and office working, based on project need but the expectation for 3
days on site per week.
WHAT YOU CAN BRING
You will have experience of project managing small to medium sized technical product development projects or are a technical lead
of an engineering discipline within a larger project.
Ideally you will have a degree in engineering, or a relevant scientific discipline, with hands-on experience of planning tasks and
tracking the progress of a team to deliver against those tasks whilst addressing issue as they arise. Naturally you will also have
strong time management, written and verbal communication, and organisational skills.
Our UK government work and client base coves a very broad spectrum, so we would also be very interested if you have any of the
following:
* UK Government security clearance
* A passion for innovation
* A technical background in Mechanical, Electrical, Software, Physics, Chemistry or Sensing systems
* New product introduction / design for manufacture experience
* Previous experience of working at a consulting / fee for service organisation
* A strong desire to deliver outputs for Defence through Science and Technology
* Existing knowledge of best practice in the delivery of projects
* People skills and networks to build strong working relationships across the defence and security innovation ecosystem,
including UK MOD, DSTL, Defence Innovation Unit and Innovation Hubs, a range of security customers and Government departments
* Formal project management credentials such as APMP, PRINCE2 etc.
* Successful candidates must pass a disclosure and barring security check, be able to obtain UK government security clearance
and must be a UK passport holder.
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By submitting an application to Cambridge Consultants, you confirm that the information provided in this application, together
with any supporting documentation, is true, complete, and accurate to the best of your knowledge and belief. You understand that
any false statement, misleading information, or material omission may render you liable to disqualification from the recruitment
process, withdrawal of any offer of employment, or dismissal without notice if discovered following appointment. You acknowledge
that the organisation reserves the right to verify the information supplied.
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Spektrum have a wide range of exciting opportunities in several global locations. We are always looking to add great new talent
to our team and look forward to hearing from you.
Spektrum supports apex purchasers (NATO, UN, EU, and National Government and Defence) and their Tier 1 supplier ecosystem with a
wide range of specialist services. We provide our clients with professional services, specialised aerospace and defence sales,
delivery, and operational subject matter expertise. We are looking for personnel to join our team and support key client projects.
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Who we are supporting
The NATO Communication and Information Agency (NCIA) is responsible for providing secure and effective communications and
information technology (IT) services to NATO's member countries and its partners. The agency was established in 2012 and is
headquartered in Brussels, Belgium.
The NCIA provides a wide range of services, including:
* Cyber Security: The NCIA provides advanced cybersecurity solutions to protect NATO's communication networks and information
systems against cyber threats.
* Command and Control Systems: The NCIA develops and maintains the systems used by NATO's military commanders to plan and execute
operations.
* Satellite Communications: The NCIA provides satellite communications services to enable secure and reliable communications
between NATO forces.
* Electronic Warfare: The NCIA provides electronic warfare services to support NATO's mission to detect, deny, and defeat threats
to its communication networks.
* Information Management: The NCIA manages NATO's information technology infrastructure, including its databases, applications,
and servers.
Overall, the NCIA plays a critical role in ensuring the security and effectiveness of NATO's communication and information
technology capabilities.
The program
Assistance and Advisory Service (AAS)
The NATO Communications and Information Agency (NCI Agency) is NATO’s principal C3 capability deliverer and CIS service provider.
It provides, maintains and defends the NATO enterprise-wide information technology infrastructure to enable Allies to consult
together under Article IV, and, when required, stand together in the face of attack under Article V.
To provide these critical services, in the modern evolving dynamic environment the NCI Agency needs to build and maintain high
performance-engaged workforce. The NCI Agency workforce strategically consists of three major categorise's: NATO International
Civilians (NIC)'s, Military (Mil), and Interim Workforce Consultants (IWC)'s. The IWCs are a critical part of the overall NCI
Agency workforce and make up approximately 15 percent of the total workforce.
Role ID –C004920
Role Background
The Cyber Security Officer is responsible for designing, implementing, and
maintaining cyber security solutions that protect the organization's information
systems and infrastructure. The role supports secure system development, risk
management, security operations, compliance activities, and incident response while
leading a small Cyber Security and COMSEC team. The position works closely with
stakeholders and the NATO Cyber Security Centre (NCSC) to ensure systems comply
with NATO security policies and operational requirements.
Role Duties and Responsibilities
Design, develop, implement, test, and maintain secure information systems
throughout the system development lifecycle.
Develop cyber security solutions that meet operational and business requirements.
Work with stakeholders to translate business and functional requirements into secure
technical solutions.
Apply and maintain security controls in accordance with organizational policies and
local risk assessments.
Perform risk assessments for information systems and identify security risks.
Recommend security improvements and mitigation strategies for identified risks.
Define and maintain secure system configurations that comply with approved
architectures.
Support the investigation of cyber security incidents, suspected attacks, and security
breaches.
Lead and supervise a team of 3–4 Cyber Security and COMSEC personnel.
Manage Cyber Security operations as the Cyber Security Section Head.
Coordinate cyber security activities with the NATO Cyber Security Centre (NCSC).
Oversee boundary protection, data loss prevention, endpoint protection, and
enterprise anti-malware solutions.
Plan, schedule, coordinate, and facilitate cyber security audits and inspections.
Manage corrective actions resulting from security audits and inspections.
Supervise security monitoring, testing, evaluation, and accreditation activities for
information systems.
Plan and implement cyber security services to support Agency business units.
Deputize for senior staff when required.
Perform additional duties as assigned.
Support physical tasks, including lifting equipment up to 25 lbs when required.
Essential Skills, Experience and Certifications
Strong knowledge of cyber security principles, system security, and security
architecture.
Windows Server security hardening and compliance management.
Network security, firewall technologies, VPNs, intrusion detection, and forensic
tools.
Security governance, risk management, and vulnerability management.
Security incident response and investigation.
Data Loss Prevention (DLP) and endpoint security management.
Security audit coordination and compliance management.
Server, network, and storage virtualization technologies.
Public Key Infrastructure (PKI).
Cloud technology fundamentals.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Positive customer-focused attitude with strong interpersonal skills.
Ability to perform effectively in high-pressure environments.
Familiarity with ITIL service management processes.
Basic understanding of Disaster Recovery (DR) and Business Continuity (BC).
Experience
Minimum 5 years' experience in Windows Server security hardening.
Minimum 3 years' experience with Trellix ePolicy Orchestrator and Trellix Endpoint
Security (or equivalent endpoint security platform).
Minimum 2 years' experience in:
o System security
o Security architecture
o Network security engineering
o Security governance
o Risk management
Experience with:
o Windows Server 2016, 2019 and 2022
o Windows 10 and Windows 11
o Palo Alto Enterprise Firewalls
o Trellix/McAfee Endpoint Security solutions
o Vulnerability scanning tools such as Nessus
o VMware vSphere, ESX, NSX and vSAN
o Wireless LAN security
o Mobile endpoint security
o Supporting NATO Enterprise CIS environments
Previous experience working in an international military and civilian environment
is desirable.
Education
Bachelor's degree in Cyber Security, Information Technology, Computer Science,
or a related discipline.
OR
At least 6 years of extensive and progressive experience in a closely related cyber
security role.
Certifications
Mandatory
CISM or CISSP
Preferred
CGRC/CAP, CASP+, Cloud+, PenTest+, Security+, GSEC, CISA, CISSO, CPTE,
CySA+, FITSP-A, GCSA, CISSP-ISSEP, GSLC, GSNA, CEH, GIAC certifications
ITIL Foundation (v3 or v4)
NATO COMPUSEC Practitioner Level 1 (0731)
NATO COMPUSEC Practitioner Level 2 (0732)
NATO CIS Security Officer (0280)
Language
English Level B2–C1 (NATO STANAG 6001 Level 3333).
Working Location
Location: Ramstein, Germany
Work Arrangement: Full-time, primarily on-site
Remote work may be permitted only with prior Agency approval and project
requirements.
Some physical duties may be required, including lifting up to 25 lbs.
Working Policy
Employment Type: Full-time Contract
Contract Duration: 30 August 2026 – 30 December 2026
Weekly Working Hours: 38 hours per week
Working Days: Monday to Friday
Daily unpaid lunch break in accordance with local regulations.
Contractor must maintain valid personal liability and comprehensive insurance.
Must be available during agreed working hours.
Must comply with all Agency security, information assurance, and data protection
policies.
Reliable communication and secure access to Agency systems are required
throughout the assignment.
Travel
Some travel to other NATO sites may be required
Security Clearance
Valid NATO Cosmic Top Secret (CTS-A / COSMIC TOP SECRET ATOMAL)
security clearance at the time of submission and throughout the contract.
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We never know what new opportunities might be just over the horizon. If this opportunity isn't for you, please feel free to send
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