At CERN, the European Organization for Nuclear Research, physicists and engineers are probing the fundamental structure of the universe. Using the world's largest and most complex scientific instruments, they study the basic constituents of matter - fundamental particles that are made to collide together at close to the speed of light. The process gives physicists clues about how particles interact and provides insights into the fundamental laws of nature. Find out more on http://home.cern.

Diversity has been an integral part of CERN's mission since its foundation and is an established value of the organisation.

The successful candidate will take an active role within the CERN Computer Security Team, which secures and protects all aspects of the computing infrastructure of CERN, as well as its operations and reputation against any kind of cyber-threat.

As a fellow, your main tasks will include:

• Contributing to securing and improving the security of CERN's Microsoft Office 365, Exchange Online and Azure Active Directory services through configuring appropriately Microsoft Defender for Office 365 and other Microsoft 365 cloud security features while identifying gaps requiring deploying additional tools;
• Contributing to securing and improving the security of CERN's Google Workspace deployment;
• Provide guidance and consultancy when reviewing the computer security posture of new CERN computing services. This includes risk assessments and threat analyses;
• Eventually participate in the CERN CERT (Computer Emergency Response Team) to independently handle computer security incidents and provide forensics capabilities, happening both within CERN and at remote sites.

Eligibility criteria

• You are a national of a CERN Member or Associate Member State;
• You have a Bachelor degree in Computer Science, Engineering or other related field;
• You have no more than 4 years’ experience after completing your highest diploma.

Essential skills and experience

• Excellent knowledge in Microsoft/MDO and (ideally) Google cloud services as well of the Linux/UNIX operating system, virtualization, databases, and in particular of shell scripting and programming (Python, and/or C), other languages or technologies would be a plus;
• Experience in design of networks as well as knowledge of communication technologies and protocols;
• Experience in administration of computing systems as well as installation, operation and maintenance (preventive and corrective) of computing systems
• Knowledge of best practises for developing secure software and of, development and integration of IT security (features);
• Monitoring and responding to security threats and incidents for ICT systems.

CERN would very much like to benefit from your expertise, commitment and passion. 

In return, CERN will provide you with:

• An employment contract for between 6 months (minimum) up to 24 months, with a possible extension up to 36 months.
• A stipend ranging from 5,321 to 6,606 Swiss Francs per month (net of tax).
• Coverage by CERN’s comprehensive health scheme (for yourself, your spouse and children), and membership of the CERN Pension Fund.
• Depending on your individual circumstances: an installation grant, family, child and infant allowances as well as travel expenses to and from Geneva.
• 2.5 days of paid leave per month.

Your Life @CERN

Get a glimpse of what it’s like to work at CERN: https://careers.cern/benefits and https://careers.cern/our-people

How to Apply:

You will need the following documents to complete your application:

• A CV
• A scanned PDF of your most recent relevant qualification

Optionally, we recommend that you add two recent letters of recommendation, giving an overview of your academic and/or professional achievements. You can upload these letters at the time of application if you have them to hand. You will also be provided with a link as soon as you have submitted your application to forward to your referees to upload their letters confidentially. Please note this must be done before the closing date.

All applications should reach us no later than 19 July 2022.