Security Operations Coordinator - (F/M)

Created in 2009, ESSP is a young and dynamic company, a pan European service provider, certified by EASA (the European Union Aviation Safety Agency) to deliver safety-critical services. Our mission is to operate and provide Communication, Navigation and Surveillance (CNS) services, among which, the main one is, the EGNOS service (the European Geostationary Navigation Overlay Service), on behalf of the EUSPA (the European Agency for Space).

We are looking for a Security Operations Coordinator who will be responsible for security operation activities coordination in support of ESSP activities and services provided to ESSP clients. For these activities, we are looking for someone with at least 5 years’ experience in operational IT security or SOC operation or Cyber Crisis operations and experience of critical and/or complex technical systems in the space, aviation or industry sectors, with a very good level of English (minimum B2).

Your main responsibilities/activities will be: Under the authority of the Chief Security Officer (CSO), the Security Operations Coordinator achieves the following activities:

As a Coordinator:

Organize and oversee the daily activities of the Security Operations Center (SOC), ensuring effective monitoring, incident response, and operational continuity.

Coordinate operational activities with the Security Engineering Team to align technical capabilities with SOC requirements.

Identify and address training needs within the Security Operations Team to maintain a skilled and adaptable workforce.

Ensure SOC compliance with applicable security frameworks, policies, and regulatory standards.

Manage the delivery of internal and external reports, audits, and other security-related outputs.

As a Security Specialist:

Lead the management of security incidents, from detection to resolution, including post-incident analysis and reporting.

Oversee the detection and mitigation of security vulnerabilities, ensuring timely remediation and risk reduction.

Define, review, and update SOC procedures and operational security guidelines for ESSP and third-party stakeholders.

Conduct forensic operations as part of incident management, including evidence collection and analysis.

Contribute to the design and implementation of security tools and solutions to enhance SOC capabilities.

As a Member of the Security Team:

Provide expert security support to other ESSP teams, including participation in audits, assessments, and projects.

Contribute to security risk assessments, identifying and prioritizing risks to the organization.

Assess changes within the IT environment to ensure security considerations are integrated and potential vulnerabilities are addressed.

As a security specialist, the Operations Coordinator contributes to the continuous improvement of enterprise security policies and practices and consequently he/she contributes to:

Promoting good security practices to the personnel,

Ensuring a security watch, both technological and regulatory,

Improving enterprise processes and tools for security management,

Developing new security services, notably in terms of operational security and cybersecurity,

Designing, building, assessing and managing innovating technical projects for internal or external clients.

Profile: Generic Skills:

Leadership and transversal management

Strong communication (written and verbal)

Problem-solving and critical thinking

Project and time management

Collaboration and cross-functional coordination

Analytical and decision-making skills

Adaptability in fast-paced environments

Very good level of English (B2-C1) - CECRL

Good knowledge of MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Project and Visio)

Specific Skills:

Incident Response: Experience in managing and mitigating security incidents

Vulnerability Management: Ability to detect, assess, and remediate vulnerabilities

SOC Operations: Hands‑on experience in Security Operations Center (SOC) environments

Forensic Analysis: Knowledge of digital forensics and evidence handling

Compliance Management: Familiarity with security frameworks (e.g., ISO 27001, NIST, GDPR)

Security Tools: Proficiency in SIEM, EDR, SOAR, and other security technologies

Procedure Development: Ability to create and review security policies and procedures

Risk Assessment: Experience in identifying and evaluating security risks

The knowledge of the following domains would be considered an advantage:

Cloud security (AWS, Azure, GCP)

Threat intelligence and hunting

Secure software development lifecycle (SDLC)

Identity and Access Management (IAM)

Network security and architecture

Scripting and automation (Python, PowerShell, Bash)

Cybersecurity certifications (CISSP, CISM, CEH, etc.)

Job Specifications:

Available for punctual travels mainly in Europe

Licence or Master degree or equivalent in cybersecurity or in IT

Subject to on‑call duty during weekends and bank holidays

Human Resources information:

1st interview is held by the direct manager of the position you applied for (technical interview)

2nd interview is held by HR department

Element of package of remuneration:

Variable: bonuses based on objectives

Profit‑sharing

Teleworking: up to 2 days/week

Tickets Restaurant (card)

Family Health insurance

Sustainable Mobility Package: Home/Office travels reimbursement if car sharing or bicycling

Reimbursement of 75% of public transport subscription

Please send your application file only by e‑mail to the following address: recrut@essp-sas.eu

Job Location:

Toulouse (France)

Type of Contract:

Full time - Permanent Contract

ESSP is committed to cultural diversity, gender equality and the employment of disabled workers.

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