Network & Security Engineer

A vacancy for a Network & Security Engineer (CCN-STIC/ENS) has arisen within Airbus Defence & Space Military Aircraft Weapon Systems CoC in Madrid Area. The position will be based at Spanish Air Force National Support Center (CLAEX, Torrejón Air Base) associated with the Technical Assistance Contract.

Mission:

CLAEX Support team within Engineering is mainly dedicated to provide Avionics Upgrades to the Spanish Airforce Combat fleet. This mission can only be achieved by using Rigs, SW Tools, facilities and networks with the required security level.

You contribution will be focused on 2 main areas, namely 1-Networks/Security and 2- Rig/laboratory maintenance.

You will be responsible for the design, configuration, and administration of local area network infrastructures (switches, routers, VLANs, STP, etc.) and private networks (IPSec VPNs, SSL/TLS, secure tunnels).

Implementation and maintenance of security measures in accordance with CCN-STIC guidelines, particularly those related to Network Infrastructure Security, communications protection, segmentation, and access control.

Ensuring compliance with the National Security Framework (ENS) in medium or high-category information systems.

Hardening of network equipment, traffic monitoring, firewall management, and threat detection.

Participation in network segmentation projects, secure remote access, and CCN-STIC audits.

Advanced technical support and collaboration with cybersecurity teams.

You will also contribute to the maintenance of the Test Support System, “MaTE” installed in the laboratories/Rigs.

University Degree level in Computer Engineering, Telecommunication, Aeronautical or Cybersecurity.

Minimum 3 years of experience in administration and security of local and private network. Solid knowledge and practical application of CCN-STIC guidelines and courses.

Demonstrable experience in environments regulated by the National Security Framework (ENS).

Valued certifications: CCN-CERT STIC courses, CCNA, CCNP Security, or other network and security certifications.

Additional Assets

Experience in public administration or entities handling sensitive information.

Proficiency in Cisco, Fortinet, Palo Alto Networks, and enterprise VPN tools.

Ability to analyze risks and prepare technical documentation in accordance with the ENS.

Experience in Test Support Systems, especially MaTE environment for EF-2000 platform, will be valued.

English: Intermediate to advanced level of technical English (desirable).

Applicant must fulfill the requirements to obtain HPS NATO (Secret) and National Spanish Security clearance.

At Airbus we are focused on our employees and their welfare. Take a look at some of our social benefits:

• Vacation days and additional days-off along the year (+35 working days off in total).
• Attractive salary and compensation package.
• Hybrid model of working when possible, promoting the work-life balance (40% remote work).
• Collective transport service in some sites.
• Benefits such as health insurance, employee stock options, retirement plan, or study grants.
• On-site facilities (among others): free canteen, kindergarten, medical office.
• Possibility to collaborate in different social and corporate social responsibility initiatives.
• Excellent upskilling opportunities and great development prospects in a multicultural environment.
• Special rates in products & benefits.

This job requires an awareness of any potential compliance risks and a commitment to act with integrity, as the foundation for the Company’s success, reputation and sustainable growth.

Airbus is committed to achieving workforce diversity and creating an inclusive working environment. We welcome all applications irrespective of social and cultural background, age, gender, disability, sexual orientation or religious belief.

Airbus is, and always has been, committed to equal opportunities for all. As such, we will never ask for any type of monetary exchange in the frame of a recruitment process. Any impersonation of Airbus to do so should be reported to emsom@airbus.com.

At Airbus, we support you to work, connect and collaborate more easily and flexibly. Wherever possible, we foster flexible working arrangements to stimulate innovative thinking.