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# Python / Data Engineer

- **Company:** Spektrum
- **Location:** Bergen, Belgium
- **Contract:** Contract
- **Skills:** Computing Platforms, Software Documentation, Data Architecture, Information Engineering, Extract Transform Load (ETL), Database Queries, Python (Programming Language), Pcap, Linux Commands, MariaDB, MySQL, Query Optimization, Shell Script, SQL Databases, Data Streaming, Data Ingestion, Cyber Threat Analysis, Git, Restful APIs, Software Version Control, Data Pipelines, Web Api
- **Published:** June 10, 2026
- **Apply:** https://be.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=828ea2cf3a3c81cb

## About the Role

Do you have experience in Shell Scripting?, * Python development - production-grade scripted data pipelines

 * PyMISP - direct experience with the PyMISP library and MISP data model
 * Data pipeline design: ingestion, transformation, loading (ETL/ELT patterns)
 * SQL and database querying (MySQL/MariaDB in MISP back-end context)
 * STIX 2.x data format (Structured Threat Intelligence eXpression)
 * TAXII (Trusted Automated eXchange of Indicator Information) server/client implementation
 * REST API integration - consuming and producing API endpoints
 * Data quality and validation frameworks in Python
 * Linux command line - scripting and automation
 * Version control (Git) and code documentation practices

Desirable

 * Python Institute PCEP (Python Certified Entry Professional) minimum; PCAP preferred
 * Any data engineering or pipeline certification acceptable as evidence (e.g. Google Professional Data Engineer)

Language Proficiency

 * Fluent in English, * Valid National or NATO Secret personal security clearance

## Description

Design and implement data ingestion, processing, and dissemination pipelines for NATO cyber threat intelligence, using PyMISP, STIX/TAXII, and related technologies. Deliver the Data Dissemination Plan (D9) and supporting data engineering deliverables (D10-D14).

Role Duties and Responsibilities

 * Design and implement PyMISP-based data ingestion and processing pipelines
 * Develop STIX/TAXII feeds for inter-agency threat intelligence sharing
 * Produce the Data Dissemination Plan (D9) in accordance with NCSC requirements
 * Build data quality, validation, and enrichment layers for MISP event feeds
 * Develop reporting dashboards and analytics outputs (D11-D14 per SOW scope)
 * Work with Role 1 to ensure data architecture aligns with platform design
 * Document all data flows, schemas, and pipeline components to NCIA standards
 * Support NCSC analysts with data query optimisation and feed troubleshooting


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