System Security Engineer
Pubblicato il 15-10-2026 - Starion in Frascati
Are you looking for a new opportunity to take your career to a higher orbit? To join an international group with a successful track record in Space Engineering? A job adapted to your career ambitions and in which you could have an impact for the years to come?
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We are currently seeking a System Security Engineer to support ESA's Earth Observation programmes, on various projects. Working alongside a team of experienced security experts, you will help protect critical space services, address complex security challenges, and contribute to the success of Europe’s leading space missions. Based in Frascati, Italy, this role offers flexible hybrid working-model and the opportunity to make a lasting impact in the space sector.
Tasks and activities
The scope of work will include:
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- Conducting security risk assessments for space, ground and user‑segment systems, recommending effective risk mitigation measures in line with ECSS, CCSDS, ISO/IEC 27005 and EBIOS methodologies.
- Defining, maintaining and enhancing security requirements across the full lifecycle of space systems, services and projects.
- Reviewing technical documentation and system designs to ensure compliance with security requirements, standards and accreditation constraints, identifying opportunities for improvement.
- Supporting the Project/System Security Officer in evolving the Earth Observation Security Framework and contributing to system certification and accreditation activities.
- Developing and maintaining key security deliverables, including policies, procedures, risk assessments, technical notes and assurance reports.
- Tracking the implementation of security controls and drive the follow‑up of risks, treatment plans and remediation actions with stakeholders and service providers.
Skills and experience
The following skills are mandatory:
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- Degree in Computer Science, IT, Information Secu