Technical Specialist for National Sensor and Scanning Solutions

The cyber threat is serious, and Denmark is hit daily by cyber attacks. At the Danish Agency for Civil Protection and Societal Security (SAMSIK) we work to secure a strong defense against the threat. Therefore we are seeking new colleagues who will contribute to building a strong and effective cyber operations center that can effectively help prevent, detect and handle serious cyber incidents and play a central role in national cyber crisis management.

The position

Do you want to help design and develop the foundation for Denmark's future national cyber preparedness?

The Danish Agency for Civil Protection and Societal Security (SAMSIK) is building a new operational cyber capacity and a cyber monitoring network. We will establish modern solutions to detect attempts at cyber attacks, find vulnerable systems before they are compromised and identify attack techniques. These solutions will form the foundation for the national cyber situational picture and should support both analysis, incident management and the development of new operational cyber capabilities.

We are seeking a specialist who will become the business owner for the Sensor and Scanning Systems area. You will be a key person in developing the future solutions and will have great influence on how we build our technical capabilities in the coming years.

The position is not a classic operations role. We are seeking a specialist who can translate operational needs into concrete technical solutions, challenge existing methods and think creatively. You will help define which data we need, how it is collected, and how automation, analysis and new technologies can strengthen the national cyber effort.

Responsibilities include

• be the business owner for SAMSIK's upcoming sensor and scanning capabilities.
• define needs and requirements for future sensor and scanning solutions.
• contribute to the design and implementation of new technical capabilities in close collaboration with architects and systems specialists.
• develop concepts for data collection, automation and monitoring.
• ensure that collected data supports analysis, threat assessments and incident handling.
• engage in dialogues with companies and authorities regarding sensor installation and scanning.
• engage in dialogues with suppliers and contribute to specifications and procurements.
• keep up with technological developments and identify new opportunities within AI, sensor technology, scanning, automation and cyber analytics.

About you

We are seeking a specialist with extensive technical experience and a desire to develop the cyber capabilities of the future.

In addition, we value that you

• have experience with networks, cybersecurity or security monitoring.
• are interested in sensor technologies, scanning, telemetry or data collection.
• can translate complex needs into technical solutions.
• work analytically and in a structured way.
• have a mindset for automation and intelligent solutions.
• enjoy working at the intersection of technology, analysis and business.
• keep up with developments in cybersecurity and new technologies.
• communicate clearly both verbally and in writing.

It would be an advantage if you have experience with, for example, vulnerability management, attack surface management, network sensors, SIEM, EDR, log collection or similar technologies.

About the office

The Office of Operations and Technology is being established within SAMSIK and will be responsible for operational incident management as well as a range of technical capabilities that support the national cyber effort. The office develops, implements and runs the technical solutions that form the basis for monitoring, data collection, analysis and handling of cyber incidents.

You will become part of the Collection and Scanning team, which is responsible for developing the future sensor and scanning capabilities. The team will build the solutions that collect and process data about cyber threats and vulnerabilities and deliver the technical foundation for the operational cyber effort.

It is an area in development where a lot is still to be determined. You will therefore have a unique opportunity to influence the development of future sensor and scanning solutions and help create the foundation for analysis, situational picture and incident handling in SAMSIK.

What we offer you

We offer you a job in an evolving organization with dedicated employees who every day take on an important societal task. We have a good working environment and a welcoming culture where well-being and performance go hand in hand. We are spread across disciplines and cultures and are currently building a new strong workplace together. What unites us is our passion for our work and our readiness to help you get started safely with your new job.

Salary and terms of employment

Salary and terms of employment are determined in accordance with the applicable state employee collective agreement. Placement depends on qualifications and experience.

The employment area is the Ministry for Civil Protection and Emergency Management. The workplace will initially be Holsteinsgade 63, 2100 Copenhagen Ø.

It is a condition of employment that you can obtain security clearance to the classification level SECRET and maintain the security clearance throughout your employment.

Are you interested?

Submit your application via the “Apply for the job” button. The application must be received in the recruitment system no later than November 15 . The application should include a CV and certificates.

Tests may be part of the recruitment process.

If you have questions about the position or need further details, please contact Morten Sanderhus at mobile +45 92 43 86 94.

All interested applicants are encouraged to apply regardless of background.

Application deadline: November 15