EMW

About the Company

EMW was founded in 1995 by engineers and managers who formerly held senior positions in well known telecommunications and information technology companies to pursue their vision for this new company.

Our core business is providing information and communication technology services in the areas of planning, engineering and implementation; project and program management; systems integration; operations and maintenance; and training. Our competencies range over all aspects of inside and outside plant; feeder, access and inter-office networks; switching, transmission, multiplexing and data communications equipment; network management, operations support, and asset management systems; information assurance; web enabling; applications software; and beyond. While staying abreast of today’s technologies, we keep a watchful eye on technology trends, and are very serious about future-proofing our solutions.

We play in the global marketplace, and are proud to serve a wide spectrum of distinguished clients from defense and government agencies, as well as commercial enterprise. Our watchwords are competency, innovation, integrity, and—above all—respect and care for the customer.

Listed Jobs

Company Name

EMW

Job Title

2024-0308 Project Implementation Services (NS) - MON 24 Mar RELAUNCH

Job Description

Deadline Date: Monday 24 March 2025

Requirement: Project Implementation Services

Location: Braine L'Alleud, BE

Full Time On-Site: Yes

Time On-Site: 100%

Period of Performance: 2025 Base: 1st May 2025 until 31st December 2025

2026 Option: 1st January 2026 until 31st December 2026

2027 Option: 1st January 2027 until 31st December 2027

2028 Option: 1st January 2028 until 31st December 2028

Required Security Clearance: NATO SECRET

PURPOSE

The purpose of this Statement of Work (SoW) is to describe the Project Implementation services required by the Purchaser.

The NATO Communications and Information Agency (further referred to as "Purchaser") is seeking a qualified Service provider to provide efficient and effective project implementation services (further referred to as the Service) focused on implementation of user equipment and user migration.

BACKGROUND

NATO Digital Workplace Centre (NDW Centre), part of NCIA, provides simple yet innovative solutions that underpin the Digital Transformation of NATO by providing feature-rich Digital Workplace, which enable NATO staff members to connect, communicate, and collaborate.

Personal Workspace service area deliver the following user-facing services to NATO Commands, NATO Force structure and Nations in all 32 Allied Nations:

Windows-based and iOS/iPadOS-based end user device provisioning, management, operation, and lifecycle across multiple separate networks of different classifications and various form factors;
Workstream collaboration including email and instant messaging server backend and client frontend provisioning, management, operation and lifecycle across multiple separate networks of different classifications

The services integrate with other services such as print/scan/copy, voice, video-teleconference (VTC), collaboration portals and enable NATO-specific functional applications higher up the software stack.

NDW Centre and Personal Workspace are contributing to several major projects that are enhancing the Workspace services and leading the user transition of the end users to the new enhanced services at multiple NATO locations. The projects work is organized in Agile/Scrum based approach.

OBJECTIVES

With this SoW, the Purchaser aims to achieve the following objectives:

Support the planning, execution, monitoring and control activities for the assigned projects and work packages in the projects
Lead and contribute to Stakeholder Management, Information and Knowledge Management (e.g. documentation management, SharePoint portals management) in the area of responsibility
Lead and coordinate site implementations as per project schedule
Prepare and present project/work package status updates and briefs
Coordinate and receive guidance from NDW Centre on topics related to the projects/work packages in area of responsibility

To achieve these objectives, the Purchaser is looking for two resources with Project Implementation Managers qualifications.

During performance of the contract, the Contractor personnel will act as part of the Purchaser's project structure(s).

SCOPE OF WORK AND ASSOCIATED DELIVERABLES

Considering the extended period of execution and the evolution of the project schedules, the execution of the work in this SoW is measured in sprints, where each sprint is defined as deliverables produced by one person planned for a duration of one calendar month. The detailed tasks in each sprint will be determined at the start of each sprint by the Purchaser's authorized point of contact following the Scope of Work defined herein and project milestones and schedule, and documented in writing.

The SoW covers the following activities and tasks:

Tracking, monitoring and reporting on project progress for various stakeholder reporting
Organizing, preparing, coordinating and managing the project meetings
Documenting the action items in meetings and follows-up with the relevant members of the project team
Lead the administrative coordination of physical meetings with stakeholders, preparing agendas, documentation folder, and the overall organization including social events organization
Providing support in the execution of activities for and in monitoring the execution of project work plans and ensures that project activities are properly and realistically scheduled, monitored and reported
Acting as the documentation custodian for the project; assists in writing reports, official letters and other project related documentation
Reporting to project management team in intervals as requested,
Creates, maintains and improves the project SharePoint libraries, internal and external portals, and project wiki pages;
Manages the permission levels for the project team members to access to the project portals, and provision of support to the project team members in utilization the SharePoint (SP) portal
Maintains the documentation configuration baselines and logs; and implements the change management process for the documentation;
Performs other related duties as required
DELIVERABLES AND PAYMENT

5.1 The following deliverables are expected from this statement of work.

5.2 Complete the tasks agreed in each spring-planning meeting as per sections 3 and 4 above.

5.3 Produce sprint completion reports (format: e-mail update), which include details of activities performed. Specifically, tasks requested for internal activities (traceable), monthly all project overview and status reports, real-time project tracking and visualization via dashboard, calendar overview on upcoming tasks, updates with dates, agendas and materials, overview on communication campaigns.

5.4 Payment Schedule will be at the end of each sprint of four working weeks, following the acceptance of the sprint completion report, delivered within 5 (five) working days of the following month.

5.5 The NCIA team reserves the possibility to exercise a number of options, based on the same scrum deliverable timeframe, at a later time, depending on the project priorities and requirements.

5.6 The payment shall be dependent upon successful acceptance of the sprint report and the Delivery Acceptance Sheet (DAS) - (Annex B) including the EBA Receipt number.

5.7 Invoices shall be accompanied with a Delivery Acceptance Sheet (Annex B) signed by the Contractor and the NCIA POC.

5.8 BASE 2025: PERIOD OF PERFORMANCE 1 May 2025 - 31 DECEMBER 2025

Deliverable 01: Up to 22 sprints of Project Implementation Services

Payment Milestones: Upon completion of each sprint and at the end of the work. Completion of each milestone shall be accompanied documented in a Certificate of Acceptance (Annex A), signed for acceptance by the Purchaser's authorized point of contact and the Contractor.

5.9 OPTION 2026: PERIOD OF PERFORMANCE 01 JANUARY 2026 - 31 DECEMBER 2026

Deliverable 01: Up to 24 sprints (two resources x 12 SPRINTS each) of Project Implementation Services

Cost Ceiling: Price per sprint will be determined by applying the price adjustment formula as outlined in CO...

Braine-L’Alleud, Belgium

On site

11-03-2025

Company Name

EMW

Job Title

OCIO-0055 Deputy CIO Strategic Advisor (NS) - TUE 25 Mar

Job Description

Deadline Date: Tuesday 25 March 2025

Requirement: Deputy CIO Strategic Advisor (Executive Coordination and Strategic Support Services)

Location: Brussels, BE

Full Time On-Site: Yes

Time On-Site: 100%

Total Scope of the request (hours): 1064

Required Start Date: No later than 1 June 2025

End Contract Date: 31 December 2025

Required Security Clearance: NATO SECRET

Special Terms and Conditions: The contractor will be responsible for complying with the respective national requirements for working permits, visas, taxes, social security etc. whilst working on site at NATO HQ Brussels, Belgium. No special status is either conferred or implied by the host organisation, NATO HQ Brussels, Belgium to the contractor whilst working on site. The contractor will be responsible for complying with all the respective National Health COVID-19 regulations in Belgium before taking up the position.

INTRODUCTION

NATO is undergoing a major adaptation of its overall approach to cybersecurity. As part of its mandate, the NATO Chief Information Officer (CIO) is overseeing the coherence of the NATO Enterprise ICT (Information Communication Technology) capabilities and services and is the single point of authority for cybersecurity.

The NATO CIO is responsible for developing and implementing a cybersecurity strategy through a comprehensive cyber adaptation effort. This includes significant interaction with executive stakeholders within NATO, both military and civilian, national representatives and key cybersecurity leaders.

The NATO Deputy CIO for Cybersecurity deputizes for the NATO CIO on matters related to cybersecurity and Cyber Adaptation. This includes maintaining relations and interactions with national leaders, with national delegates to NATO and other key roles with a special focus on cybersecurity. Additional expertise in this area is required, to support the NATO Deputy CIO in managing appropriate interactions with key decision makers, at the level of A6/OF6 (1-star general) and above.

To support this effort, OCIO requires services that will leverage in-depth knowledge of the NATO political environment, experience with national government agencies and decision-making structures in the area of cybersecurity and cyber defence.

The project will improve the coordination between OCIO and Enterprise stakeholders, national delegations and other key decision-makers in implementing the actions derived from the Council mandate for OCIO.

TASKS

The contractor (senior expert) will effectively and efficiently provide the following services, with a special focus on political/military issues and investment programme activities in the area of cybersecurity:

2.1 Provide quality executive advice to OCIO leadership, based on relationships with NATO delegations and their representatives on matters related to Cyber Defence, Cybersecurity, capability development, ICT, Cloud Adoption, IT modernization and cybersecurity services. This should include proposing creative, collaborative ways of understanding problems, and crafting recommendations for promising paths forward, with the aim to enhance the "enterprise approach" to cybersecurity; improve coordination across the NATO Enterprise civil and military bodies; and align Enterprise priorities with trends observed in national environments.

Measurement: To the NATO Deputy CIO satisfaction with regards to the tailored advice provided by the consultant. Confirmation by the NATO Deputy CIO with regards to the positive impact of the advice provided on the achievement of the OCIO strategic goals and objectives.

2.2 Ensuring a direct liaison function between the NATO Deputy CIO and senior executives within national delegations. This would include building and maintaining mutually beneficial relationships, facilitating communications, and acting as a senior NATO CIO representative in official and/or informal meetings (including Allied senior boards and committees), workshops, conferences and exercises;

Measurement: Confirmation by the NATO Deputy CIO with regards to the quality of the engagement with national delegations and the value added to achieving the OCIO strategic stakeholders engagements' objectives.

2.3 Contribute to the design and implementation of the OCIO Program of Work (POW) and high-level strategic documents, such as the Cyber Adaptation Roadmap, with a special focus on cybersecurity. Support the implementation and continuous alignment with the OCIO strategic goals and objectives. Report regularly on progress and provide actionable recommendations on improving performance.

Measurement: Monthly progress reports, complemented by an annual overall progress report; a first one by Q4 2025.

2.4 Develop and implement strategies to leverage commercial partnerships and relationships with industry leaders to accelerate NATO's cyber adaptation efforts. This includes engaging with key technology providers, fostering collaboration between the private sector and NATO's Cyber Defence Committee (CDC) and NATO Communications and Information Agency (NCIA), and ensuring that national stakeholders support industry-driven cybersecurity advancements.

Measurement: Confirmation by the NATO Deputy CIO with regards to the quality of the engagements with Allies and partners, and the value added to achieving the OCIO strategic stakeholders engagements' objectives.

2.5 Provide support to the implementation of NATO Integrated Cyber Center, and other high-profile initiatives where the OCIO is involved. This includes setting the direction and requirements based on Allies' guidance, supporting the design of the NATO Enterprise part of the Center activities, contributing to the definition of specific civili/military cooperation initiatives, supporting the design of specific tools and other related tasks as necessary.

Measurement: Support as necessary until the end of 4th Quarter 2025 (and subsequently if the contract is extended).

2.5 Provide support to unforeseen urgent requirements as necessary.

Measurement: Support as necessary until the end of 4th Quarter 2025 (and subsequently if the contract is extended).

PROFILE

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LOCATION OF DUTY

The work will be executed primarily on site at the NATO HQ offices in Brussels, Belgium.

Due to the nature of the work, minimal teleworking (in Belgium) can be foreseen in Brussels.

TIMELINES

The services of the contractor are required for the period starting 1st June 2025 until 31th December 2025.

Future contract extensions are subject to performance of the contractor and related NATO regulations.

SPECIFIC WORKING CONDITIONS

Secure environment with standard working hours. Occasional non-standard hours may be required in support of the NATO Chief Information Officer urgent tasks.

TRAVEL

Frequent travels or short deployments to NATO Command Structure bodies would be required

Travel expenses to be reimbursed by NATO based on the NATO per diem rate, in addition to the hourly rate.

SECURITY AND ...

Brussels, Belgium

On site

12-03-2025

Company Name

EMW

Job Title

2024-0258 Support for VeVA and ESOC WatchKeepers (NS) - FRI 21 Mar

Job Description

Deadline Date: Friday 21 March 2025

Requirement: Support for Vigilence and Enhanced Vigilence Activities (VeVA) Project and ESOC WatchKeepers (24/7 Helpdesk Team of NATO Cybersecurity)

Location: Mons, BE

Full Time On-Site: Yes

Time On-Site: 100%

Period of Performance: 2025 BASE: 28th Apr 2025 (tentative) to 31st Dec 2025, with possibility to exercise the following options:

2026 Option: 1st January until 31st December 2026

2027 Option: 1st January until 31st December 2027

2028 Option: 1st January until 31st December 2028

Required Security Clearance: NATO SECRET

BACKGROUND

The NCI Agency has been established with a view to meeting the collective requirements of some or all NATO nations in the fields of capability delivery and service provision related to Consultation, Command & Control as well as Communications, Information and Cyber Defence functions, thereby also facilitating the integration of Intelligence, Surveillance, Reconnaissance, Target Acquisition functions and their associated information exchange.

INTRODUCTION

The NATO Cyber Security Centre (NCSC) is a team of over 200 members working to monitor and protect NATO networks. In the NCSC's role to deliver robust security services to the NATO Enterprise and NATO Allied Operations and Missions (AOM), the centre executes a portfolio of programmes and projects around 219 MEUR euros per year, in order to uplift and enhance critical cyber security services.

The Cyber Security Operationalize Branch's mission is to monitor, detect, analyse and respond to cyber incidents and cyber threat activity. It acts as the NATO Computer Emergency Response Team (CERT) for NATO with a NATO-wide mandate. It is responsible for sharing information related to cyber security incidents with NATO Nations and NCIA industry partners

In order to execute this work, the NCI Agency requires support with the work undertaken by the NATO Cyber Security Centre (NCSC) in the area of Communications and Information System (CIS) security and cyber defence. This Statement of Work (SoW) specifies the required skillset and experience.

2.1 ARCHITECTURE FOR PROTECTING SECRET/TOP SECRET NETWORKS AND VEVA PROJECT

The primary (and currently, only) NCSC Cyber Security Operations Centre (CSOC), is located in S.H.A.P.E. (Mons, Belgium). This CSOC is responsible for the monitoring of all NCI Agency deployed networks (about 50 sites across multiple NATO Nations), at the UNCLASSIFIED, RESTRICTED and SECRET Level.

There are multiple cyber security solutions which include (but are not limited to) Network Intrusion Detection/Prevention Systems (NIPS), Full Packet Capture (FPC), Firewalls, Network Vulnerability Scanners, Online/Offline Computer Forensics, Network Discovery tools etc.

The central management of those solutions (called Tier 2) is in S.H.A.P.E., while the sensors are spread all across the protected sites (Tier 3 sites), and report back to Tier 2.

In the following years, the coverage of the CSOC will be expanded to include one (1) additional SECRET Network, and two (2) TOP SECRET networks, for all of which architecture work will be required. Due to the strict security and "need-to-know" requirements of those networks, not all existing security services are fit for use. It is the contractor's responsibility to review the relevant NATO Policy Directives and discuss with the relevant stakeholders, to identify and recommend the optimal security services (and their mechanism for delivery) for the protection of those networks.

PURPOSE

The Cyber Security Operationalize Branch performs comprehensive Support to Cyber Security, continually accessible advice and action to support the customer in the maintenance of efficient and compliant cyber security and cryptography that underpins the security of our communication and information.

This Statement of Work (SOW) outlines the services to be provided by the Supplier to NCI Agency Cyber Security Operationalize Branch for the implementation and management of a 24/7 cybersecurity helpdesk service related to VeVA Project.

OBJECTIVES

The main objective of the statement of work is to underline the Cyber Security needs of the NCSC and to look for a Service Provider that will provide effective, agile and resilient cyber defences in order to deliver the 24/7 monitoring of crypto devices, networks, websites and email traffic to detect and identify incidents and threats.

The services will be delivered in Sprints, and each sprint will have the duration of 1 (one) week.

During one sprint, the assigned resources will act as one of the key operational and technical experts while developing and demonstrating Monitoring and Detection reports and acting as Point of Contact with NATO Nations for any cyber security incident related issues, performing the following activities:

Information Assurance incident management;
24/7 helpdesk service management;
Management of Secure Management Centre's (SMC) including: key management, access control management, security monitoring, IP crypto configuration management, error location and recovery, data base back up, alarm handling;
Management of NATO Wide PKI user profiles, CA certificates, End-User certificates, other root CA domains certificates, CRLs and ARLs
Provide technical support and assistance to ACO wide and NATO Agencies and National MODs
Cyber Security 24/7 watch-keeping duties such as: receiving advisories from national and non-government CERTs, disseminating general incident related information to CIS operating authorities, providing technical support and assistance to NATO CIS operating authorities in respect to malicious code prevention, providing liaison with other CERTs, providing limited technical support and assistance to NATO CIS operating authorities in respect to intrusion detection, performing initial incident response, recovery, and reporting activities in support of operational NATO CIS, reporting incidents and vulnerabilities to the Cyber Security sections, coordinating the collection and processing of all cyber related information for NU, NR, MS and NS systems, providing centralized on line Vulnerability Assessment of remote networks and interfaces;
Support to incident response as the entry point for the reporting of cyber security incidents, direct support to detection activities, as well as ad-hoc requests;
Cyber Security Information Sharing Services - This Service provides the dissemination and/or production of different type of documents/updates such as: Cyber Security Daily news, Trend Micro Patterns, replication of Trend Micro Active Repository, McAfee updates, Juniper Signatures, ExtraDat, Cyber Defence SitRep Bulletins, NATO Identified Malware Black List (NIMBL);
Internet e-mail and Internet-Facing Web Sites monitoring Service - Internet Facing Email Content Monitoring: Checking of all Inbound/Outbound Internet e-mail to ensure compliance with NATO and applicable local Security Polices; such checks include malicious code, executable conte...

Mons, Belgium

On site

13-03-2025

Company Name

EMW

Job Title

2025-0037 Cyber Security and Guard Support (NS) - FRI 28 Mar Relaunch

Job Description

Deadline Date: Friday 28 March 2025

Requirement: Cyber Security and Guard Support

Location: Mons, BE

Full Time On-Site: Yes

Period of Performance: As soon as possible but not later than 18 May 2025 until 31 December 2025 with possibility to exercise the following options:

2026 Option: 1st January until 31st December 2026

2027 Option: 1st January until 31st December 2027

2028 Option: 1st January until 31st December 2028

Required Security Clearance: NATO SECRET

BACKGROUND

The NCIA has been established with a view to meeting the collective requirements of some or all NATO nations in the fields of capability delivery and service provision related to Consultation, Command & Control as well as Communications, Information and Cyber Defence functions, thereby also facilitating the integration of Intelligence, Surveillance, Reconnaissance, Target Acquisition functions and their associated information exchange.

INTRODUCTION

The NATO Cyber Security Centre (NCSC) is a team of over 200 members working to monitor and protect NATO networks. In the NCSC's role to deliver robust security services to the NATO Enterprise and NATO Allied Operations and Missions (AOM), the centre executes a portfolio of programmes and projects around 219 MEUR euros per year, in order to uplift and enhance critical cyber security services.

In order to execute this work, the NCIA is seeking additional manpower through contracted resources to support the work undertaken by the NATO Cyber Security Centre (NCSC) in the area of Communications and Information System (CIS) security, cyber defence and cyberspace operations.

The Gateway Security Services (GSS) Section facilitates and accounts for all lifecycle aspects of Boundary Protection Components deployed within and on the edge of NATO networks in order to protect key NATO information while allowing NATO staff to work securely and process their information.

NCIA is looking for subject matter expertise for the delivery of this complex and critical cybersecurity capability.

This contract is to provide consistent support on a deliverable-based contract to NCSC based on the deliverables that are described in the scope of work below.

PURPOSE

The Cyber Security SECURE Branch delivers a wide suite of enabling services in specific areas of Technical Services and CIS protection.

Gateway Security Services operate (amongst others) various technologies such as data diodes, secure mail gateways and guard components support the secure cross-domain data exchange.

This Statement of Work (SOW) outlines the services to be provided by the Supplier to NCIA Cyber Security Centre Secure Branch to fulfil identified CYBER SECURITY AND GUARD Support more effectively.

SCOPE OF WORK

The main objective of the statement of work is to underline the Cyber Security needs of the NCSC and to look for support to Gateway Security Services, the ‘Level 3 Cyber Security and Guard that should be manned by the service supplier on a daily basis to ensure service objectives are met continuously.

The aim of this SOW is to support NCSC with technical expertise specifically related to the operation and maintenance of CYBER SECURITY AND GUARD Support with a deliverable based (completion-type) contract to be executed in 2025.

The service provider will be required to deliver a daily activities schedule, orchestrate NCIA processes as well as represent NCSC business unit on an Enterprise Level where required. Tasks performed by a contractor include:

Build, implement, maintain, and support systems within existing cross-domain gateways (System Administration)
Configure, maintain, review and update configuration settings and policies on guard components and data diodes (System Configuration)

Under the direction / guidance of the NCSC Point of Contact, a contractor will be the part of the NCSC Team supporting the following activities:

Central system administration of Guards and Data Diodes to ensure continuing functionality and availability
Hardware and software systems installation and configuration
User and access management
Back up and restore systems data
Monitor system performance and availability
Log forwarding towards archiving and/or forensic systems
Analyze, troubleshoot and resolve application issues
Development of automation scripts to meet day to day system administration tasks
Central configuration of Guards and Data Diodes
Implementation and verification of guards and data diode configuration to meet customer cross-domain data exchange requirements
Adaptation of release markings
Adaptation of email attachment types
Configuration of additional cross-domain flows
Back up and restore configuration data
Updating of Guard and Data Diode software/patches
Monitor patch releases
Test new software and patches
Support A2SL process for approval of software updates
Installation and configuration of software and patch updates
Documentation of Guards and Data Diode systems
Development of SOPs and other documentation for repetitive activities
Produce and maintain comprehensive documentation for all implemented systems
Review and update security documentation
Education/training/familiarization of other teams
Support of Guards and Data Diodes
Technical support in troubleshooting infrastructure and operational issues
Collaborate with other teams for a successful resolution;
Provide technical support and guidance by answering end-user requests to identify issues in secure cross-domain data exchange

The measurement of execution for this work is sprints, with each sprint planned for a duration of 1 week.

Central configuration of Guards and Data Diodes

The purpose of daily Central administration and configuration of Guards and Data Diodes is to ensure continuing functionality and availability of those critical systems in order to support a wide range of end-user facing services.

The Service Provider will:

Support the team by routinely reviewing the tickets queue to ensure 4 hours response time for normal events and 1 hour response time for high/critical events
Provide multi-channel support (phone, email, internal chat)
Develop and maintain a repository of scrips to automate recurring systems administration activities
Ensure correct logging and log forwarding configurations to support availability of system events in central log database
Provide pro-active system administration and maintenance to prevent system failures
Escalate critical events to appropriate channels within 4 hours

GSS contractor is expected to be an experienced Linux administrator and should have sufficient knowledge in Hardware, Systems, Networks, and Cyber Security Tools.

Preparation: Review of incoming administration tickets/requests, initial assessment, categorization and preparation for implementation. Monitor system counters, log files and other usage information to pro-actively identify bottlenecks, upcoming problems. Identify routing tasks that can be automated.

Implementation: Following established processes...

Mons, Belgium

On site

17-03-2025