NATO SECRET Technical Consultant

Job Summary

To support the Multinational Collaboration of 5G (MN5G) Project, a NATO SECRET Technical Consultant will provide remote consultative support for the development of Next Generation Networks (NGN) and Secure Communications architecture, including drafting a 5G white paper and updating military readiness assessments, from ASAP until 31 March 2027.

Key responsibilities

• Providing consultative support for the development of an NGN Comms Architecture Study, including requirement analysis and architecture options
• Drafting a 5G white paper and updating the previous 5G readiness assessment for military applications
• Delivering presentations of findings to the MN5G Project Board and contributing to the review of Network Management and Cyber Defense (NMCD) standards

Required qualifications

• Minimum of 10 years of experience in Communication and Information Systems (CIS) engineering and design, particularly with 5G networks
• Proven experience in system architecture and design, including Enterprise and Capability architecture
• Knowledge of military CIS systems and relevant frameworks for large CIS networks
• Experience in designing readiness assessments and maturity models for technology adoption
• Familiarity with international, commercial, and industrial standards related to CIS