About this job

Sapienza Consulting is recruiting an Assistant Security Officer in which will support the field of Security Management under the responsibility of the Head of the ESTEC Health, Safety & Security Section. As such it involves oversight of security operations and ensuring that security management procedures and physical security measures are properly applied at ESTEC.

Responsibilities

• Oversight of the security contractor that provides guarding, monitoring, reporting, fire prevention, emergency response and firefighting services
• Ensuring the physical security of the ESTEC site, buildings, activities and events on site.
• Ensuring that appropriate preparations for accidents, incidents, calamities or security infringement are effectively in place
• Executing investigations into security incidents
• Monitoring of and reporting on security practices on site
• Maintaining up to date documentation in respect of security procedures and compliance with relevant policies and standards
• Analyze data and reports to form proposals for improvements
• Support the ESTEC Head Health, Safety & Security Section
• Represent the Security and Safety Section in meetings requiring security input and coordination

Profile

• A technical Degree (Bsc., Diploma or equivalent) from a recognized institution is required
• At least 4 years of relevant work experience
• Proven record of working experience in international and multicultural context like ESTEC
• Ability to write (technical) documentation (reports, procedures) in the English language
• The official languages of the agency are English and French. A good knowledge of English and Dutch is essential
• The incumbent must have excellent communications skills and the ability to work under demanding conditions
• His/her ability to swiftly grasp and gain knowledge of the ESA-ESTEC site and (operational) procedures is essential
• Applicants for this post should have in depth previous experience in the field of security supported by formal training. Experience in conducting investigations is essential
• The applicant should be able to establish effective interfaces. Tact and good communication skills are required
• Fluent in English; knowledge of another ESA member-state language is an asset
• The applicant must be willing and able to hold a Personal Security Clearance (PSC) while in post
• Candidates must be eligible to work in the EU