Head of Communications Security Operations

Head of Communications Security Operations (COMSEC) Dübendorf | 80-100% This is your contribution Lead, control and coordinate the cryptographic operational readiness of the army Define and monitor comprehensive process chains and specialist applications, as well as commission, evaluate and align technical reports and trials with operational needs Identify threats to cryptographic integrity and lead and monitor the necessary corrective measures Represent the specific COMSEC requirements in multidisciplinary project teams and assess operational suitability Lead the assigned specialist personnel of all involved organizational units in a technical capacity This makes you unique University or university of applied sciences degree with knowledge in information or cybersecurity as well as experience in project management Project and leadership experience as well as officer training is an advantage, or the willingness to acquire the tools of military staff work Citizen with an impeccable reputation Integrity, strong communication skills, loyal, team- and result-oriented, discreet Excellent editorial and communicative skills Good, active knowledge of a second official language, if possible passive knowledge of a third official language, as well as business fluent English skills In a nutshell Make a unique contribution to the security of Switzerland. Do you want to help shape the future of the army in the field of Communications Security (COMSEC)? The Joint COMSEC Cell, located within the Operations Command, coordinates military cryptography. In Operations, you and your team are responsible for the operational readiness of international encryption systems, thereby making a significant contribution to the secure fulfillment of the army's mission. What we offer Working for Switzerland We are committed to the Swiss success model and work for the welfare of the population. Lived diversity Thanks to equal opportunity, we develop our competencies and bring in different perspectives. Healthy at the workplace We support and advise our employees in the area of physical and mental health. All benefits Your commitment to security and freedom The Operations Command (Kdo Op) is responsible for all military operations and deployments of the army. Kdo Op includes, among others, the Air Force, the Army, the four territorial divisions, the SWISSINT Competence Center, the Special Forces Command, and the Military Police. Around 40 % of the approximately 2,500 employees are civilian employees – from engineers and aircraft mechanics to analysts. The army employs over 9,000 employees in four military and around 200 civilian professions – and this at 110 locations throughout Switzerland. Provision is also made for new talent: The army trains apprentices in over 30 professions. Additional information Employment with the army makes sense and brings many advantages. Convince yourself at . Questions about the position For further information, please contact: jpid500219bjm jit0626jm jiy26jm