IT Security
Pubblicato il 05-10-2026 - Etinars in Padova
WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR IT Security & Network Engineer | Space
Join our client’s international team in Rome (Anagnina Area), supporting hands-on IT security operations for major European space programmes. The company is a long-standing partner of space institutions, contributing to secure, compliant and high-performance IT infrastructures that support scientific, operational and administrative systems.
We are looking for a motivated IT Security & Network Engineer with practical experience in infrastructure and network security, ready to work in a structured, multicultural and mission-critical environment.
Please note that candidates based far from the Rome area will need to relocate in order to work onsite.
A B2 level of English is required due to regular interactions with European stakeholders and documentation in English. YOUR TASKS
In this role, you will work on the operational implementation of security controls across IT infrastructures used in European space programmes. Your responsibilities will include:
Performing hands-on security administration across network devices,
firewalls, and operating systems (Windows/Linux).
Executing security checks, technical reviews and vulnerability follow-up, implementing or coordinating remediation actions with infrastructure teams.
Contributing to the configuration and maintenance of security controls (firewalls, access rules, segmentation, hardening measures).
Supporting access management and technical security control implementation across systems and applications.
Maintaining and updating technical security documentation, including procedures and operational guidelines.
Supporting the continuous improvement of IT security processes and controls through practical implementation.
Participating in risk assessments from a technical perspective, identifying gaps and proposing corrective measures.
Supporting PoCs (Proof of Concepts) for new security solutions or tools, in collaboration with senior experts.
Preparing technical