The VIB Center for Molecular Neurology is one of 10 research centers of the VIB. In VIB CMN, approximately 120 scientists work in the domain of complex neurological diseases of both the central and peripheral nervous system. The center has a Neuromics Support Facilty focused on state-of-the-art high-throughput genomic analyses, bioinformatic support and histological analyses.
Position
We are seeking an Information Security Administrator to join our IT team, which is embedded in the Neuromics Support Facility. If you have hands-on Linux administration skills, love to automate, and a passion for security, we’d love to hear from you.
Your tasks will include
- Linux server system administration (AlmaLinux, Proxmox, Debian, ...)
- Use scripting and automation tools (bash, Ansible, Python, ...)
- Maintain and monitor log management systems
- Handle and respond to security alerts
- Enforce and support security policies and best practices
- Perform internal security audits and follow up on findings
- Report security incidents and support mitigation
- Help develop disaster recovery and business continuity plans
- Raise security awareness in our research center
- You will be part of a small team. While you'll have the opportunity to work independently on specific topics, you will also collaborate closely with the team.
Profile
- You have a Bachelor’s degree in cybersecurity, or equivalent competences gained through prior work experience
- Eager to learn, flexible and motivated to work in a dynamic multidisciplinary environment
- Analytical, able to troubleshoot, with a strong preference to work in a supporting role
- Proactive and able to work independently and within a team
- You have good oral and written knowledge of English
- You act with attention to quality, integrity, creativity and cooperation.
- A passion for open-source software
- Ethical hacker mindset
- Experience in academic settings is a plus
What We Offer
- The opportunity to contribute to groundbreaking research in an inspiring, supportive and international environment.
- Part-time position (negotiable between 50% to 80% employment) with a contract for one year to start with
- A wide range of fringe benefits including ecocheques, group insurance, hospitalization insurance, an income protection insurance, a bicycle allowance or full reimbursement of public transport costs.
- Attractive holiday system and closing week between Christmas and New Year
- Professional development through regular mentorship, training opportunities, and collaborative projects.
- A competitive salary package and a stimulating work environment within the VIB-Center for Molecular Neurology.
- You will do most of your work at Campus Drie Eiken in a dynamic and stimulating working environment.
How to apply?
Submit your application through the VIB online application tool and be sure to include:
- a detailed CV
- a letter of motivation explaining why you are interested in our work and aspire the position of Information Security Administrator
For more information about our research center https://cmn.sites.vib.be/en
If you have any questions about the job itself, please contact [email protected]
