Ph3Overview /h3 pThe position of Information and Communication Technology (ICT)/Communications and Information Systems (CIS) standards engineering is a professional responsible for developing, and sometimes maintaining, technical standards that support NATO CIS. The successful candidate will play a role in the design and development of NATO Standardization Documents pertaining to communications and networking and will work closely with the Chairpersons of Capability Teams (e.g., Cellular Communications for Defence, Line of Sight, Beyond Line of Sight, SATCOM), engineers, National SMEs, the Custodian of the relevant technical specifications and relevant stakeholders. The Communications Standards Engineer will support the Interoperability and Standardization Section (ISS) as a cross‑functional resource supporting consistent production of standards for digital technologies that are part of the portfolio of NATO communications and networking standards. /p h3Responsibilities /h3 ul liRequirements Analysis and Stakeholder Engagement /li liDevelopment of NATO CIS Technical Standards /li liDevelopment of Conformance Criteria /li liDevelopment of Application Layer IP Connectivity Standards /li liInteroperability and Systems Integration Support /li liGovernance, Coordination, and Capability Team Support /li liReporting, Briefings, and Technical Communication /li /ul h3Essential Qualifications Experience /h3 ul liA university degree in a relevant CIS field such as systems science, or an equivalent technical qualification. /li liAt least five (5) years of experience working with NATO CIS technical specifications, including demonstrated knowledge of their application in operational environments. /li liStrong project management skills. /li liStrong communication and interpersonal skills. /li liThe ability to analyse complex technical specifications and translate them into clear, actionable requirements or technical guidance. /li liKnowledge of the NATO Digital Policy Committee (DPC) and its substructure is desirable. /li liKnowledge of NATO standardization artefacts, including STANAGs, Allied Communications Publications (AComP), and Standards Related Documents (SRD), is desirable. /li liProfessional certifications in areas such as ITIL, PRINCE2, PMP, or CIS governance are desirable. /li liAnalytical thinking (ability to perform complex analyses and develop structured solutions), clarity and accuracy (ability to produce high-quality, error-free work), conceptual thinking (ability to apply and adapt learned concepts), customer-service orientation (taking ownership of issues and ensuring resolution), initiative (ability to act decisively in a time-sensitive and fast-paced environment), and organisational awareness. /li /ul /p #J-18808-Ljbffr