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Classified Information Management Support - IRIS2

On-site in Alcobendas·Added 11 days ago

Hispasat

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Overview

Requirements

Have the right to work in Spain
Hispasat doesn't mention sponsorship in the ad.
Speak native-level Spanish
Listed as a requirement in the ad.
Work in English
English is required, per the ad.
Work on-site in Alcobendas
No relocation package mentioned.
Have 2+ years of experience
Mid-level role.
Higher vocational training (FP Grado Superior)
“Higher Vocational Training qualification or University Degree in Document Management or a related field.” — per the ad.

Requirements

What we're looking for

Education: Higher Vocational Training qualification or University Degree in Document Management or a related field.
Security Clearance (Critical Requirement): Must hold a valid Personnel Security Clearance (HSP) at a classification level equal to or higher than that required by the Project, issued by the National Security Office (ONS).
Experience: Minimum of 2 years of experience in Document Control, confidential records management, or administrative support roles within the Defence, Aerospace, Public Sector, or Critical Infrastructure sectors.
Technical Knowledge:
- Advanced use of document management tools.
- Familiarity with regulations governing the management of classified information.
- Experience implementing document traceability and audit mechanisms.
- Knowledge of document management regulations, procedures, and best practices.
- Basic knowledge of encryption tools.
- Experience in process optimisation and continuous improvement related to information management.

Nice to have

Strong attention to detail and a high level of accuracy.
Strong sense of ethics, integrity, and professional discretion.
Excellent organisational skills and the ability to work methodically under pressure.
Clear and assertive communication skills, particularly when applying and enforcing security requirements within the organisation.

Languages

Languages: Native or bilingual Spanish. Fluent English, with a minimum B2 level, both written and spoken, for handling international documentation and regulations.

The role

Hispasat, as part of the SpaceRISE consortium, is responsible for the technical implementation and for ensuring the success of the IRIS² project, leveraging its extensive experience in satellite communications. This collaboration is essential to provide secure, reliable and high-performance communication solutions to the European Union and its Member States.

What you'll do

Marking and Classification: Ensure the proper marking, classification, reclassification, and declassification of documents according to the applicable classification level, the criteria established by the National Security Office (ONS), and the Project's security instructions.
Mandatory Document Control: Register, classify, archive, and ensure the traceability of the receipt, dispatch, and distribution of physical and digital documentation subject to security requirements.
Secure Storage Management: Manage and maintain up-to-date records of safes, security cabinets, and accredited rooms where the Project's classified information is stored.
Inventories and Audit Support: Ensure that the inventory of the Project's classified information assets is kept up to date and provide support, when required, during internal and external security audits affecting the area of responsibility.
Secure Logistics and Destruction: Support the management of classified information exchanges and coordinate the secure dispatch and receipt of classified information within the Project, including exchanges with official bodies, other consortium members, partners, and other relevant stakeholders. Carry out the certified destruction of obsolete material.
Systems and Tools Maintenance: Administer and update restricted digital repositories and document management systems in accordance with strict encryption and access permission requirements.

Position Mission

To be part of this project, we are looking for a Classified Information Management Support professional. The responsibilities of the position are as follows:

The main purpose of this position is to protect, control, and manage the entire lifecycle of classified information associated with the IRIS² Project (hereinafter, the "Project"), ensuring strict compliance with applicable security regulations and company standards.

About Hispasat

Hispasat is a Spanish satellite communications operator headquartered in Madrid, providing satellite connectivity solutions across Europe, the Americas, and North Africa. The company operates a fleet of geostationary satellites and is a key player in the distribution of Spanish and Portuguese-language television content, as well as broadband and mobility services. With a strong focus on innovation, Hispasat is actively involved in the European Space Agency's IRIS2 program, a major initiative to develop a secure satellite constellation for the EU, which is driving significant engineering and technical hiring.

Hispasat's Spain presence is centered in Madrid, where most of its engineering, operations, and corporate roles are based. The company offers a professional environment that combines the stability of a well-established operator with the excitement of new space projects like IRIS2. For international professionals, Hispasat provides opportunities to work on advanced satellite systems, ground segments, and 5G networks, with a multicultural team and a commitment to innovation. The company's involvement in European space initiatives makes it an attractive employer for those looking to contribute to large-scale, cross-border projects.

Industry: Satellite Communications
Founded: 1989
Employees: 500–1,000
Headquarters: Madrid, Spain
In Spain: Madrid
Website: hispasat.com

Good to know if you are moving

Hispasat is headquartered in Madrid, Spain, and most roles are based there, offering a central location in the Spanish capital.
The company is a key player in the European IRIS2 program, a major EU initiative to develop a secure satellite constellation, providing opportunities to work on large-scale, international projects.
Hispasat operates in a bilingual environment (Spanish and English), making it accessible for international professionals, though Spanish language skills are often beneficial.
The company offers a range of technical roles, from engineering to operations, with a focus on satellite communications, ground segments, and 5G networks.
As a state-owned company since 2023, Hispasat offers a stable work environment with a strategic role in Spain's and Europe's space ambitions.

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Additional information

At Hispasat we promote equal opportunities and an inclusive environment. All our selection processes are based on objective criteria, without distinction of gender, age, origin, sexual orientation, disability or other personal or social conditions. We value diversity as a driver of innovation and growth.

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