Principal SME - NSEC Baselines Technical Requirements Analyst

At Mindbox we connect top IT talents with technology projects for leading enterprises across Europe. 

We are looking for a Principal SME – Network Security Requirements Analyst to join our Global Defense Engineering team. This role is critical in defining and maintaining network security control requirements and standards, ensuring alignment with industry best practices, cybersecurity frameworks, and regulatory compliance. You will act as a security subject matter expert (SME) for network services, management platforms, and secure baseline configurations, supporting the organization’s mission to enable safe and secure business operations globally.

Sounds like your kind of challenge? 

• Collaborate with Control Owners to define and maintain network security control requirements aligned with risk appetite
• Support NSEC Capability Leads in developing and validating domain standards and ensuring traceability to technology configurations
• Act as SME for network services security (e.g., DDI – DNS, DHCP, IPAM, NTP) and network management platforms (monitoring, alerting, configuration management)
• Define and maintain secure baseline configurations for network infrastructure and services
• Provide guidance and education to stakeholders on control requirements and compliance
• Analyze network and cybersecurity data to support decision-making and evidence control effectiveness
• Drive continuous improvement in network security posture and ensure compliance with global standards
• Build knowledge-sharing resources and FAQs for service delivery teams

Note: Detailed project information will be shared during the recruitment process. 

• Strong stakeholder management and ability to communicate complex technical concepts to diverse audiences
• Excellent understanding of cybersecurity principles, network security controls, and compliance requirements
• Extensive knowledge of network infrastructure hardening requirements
• Experience securing DDI products, network layer encryption services, and network management solutions
• Background in information systems, architecture, and defense-in-depth capabilities
• Familiarity with industry cybersecurity frameworks and standards
• Experience working in integrated on-prem and cloud environments, including SaaS connectivity
• Relevant certifications in cybersecurity, risk management, and network technologies are a plus

Soft Skills

• Strategic thinker with strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Ability to manage multiple concurrent workstreams and adapt to changing priorities
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Collaborative mindset and willingness to share knowledge

Joining this project you’ll become part of Mindbox – a tech-driven company where consulting, engineering, and talent meet to build meaningful digital solutions. We’ll back you up every step of the way, accelerate your development, and ensure your skills make a difference.