Career Opportunity: Senior Expert - Cybersecurity

Prime focus of position

The Technical Expert - Cybersecurity role combines deep technical expertise in cybersecurity with a strong understanding of the policy drivers underpinning relevant EU regulations and particularly the EU Digital Identity Regulation. This individual will be responsible for translating complex technical cybersecurity concepts, with a focus on the trust services market, into actionable requirements, while also providing senior-level technical guidance and oversight on critical cybersecurity initiatives.
 

Main Responsibilities

• Lead the development, review, and implementation of cybersecurity policies, standards, and procedures, ensuring alignment with industry best practices, regulatory requirements, and organizational risk appetite within the context of the EUDI regulation.
• Provide senior-level technical expertise and guidance on complex cybersecurity issues, including architecture, engineering, incident response, and vulnerability management.
• Conduct in-depth technical analysis of cybersecurity threats and vulnerabilities, and translate findings into clear policy recommendations and technical solutions.
• Collaborate with technical teams to design and implement secure systems and applications, ensuring adherence to established security policies and standards.
• Advise senior management and stakeholders on cybersecurity risks, policy implications, and strategic initiatives.
• Develop and deliver technical and policy-focused training and awareness programs to various audiences within the organization.
• Help ensure that the national EUDI ecosystem complies with the EUDI regulation and related standards through the development and upkeep of certification systems and schemes.
• Define the cybersecurity and functional requirements applicable to providers of EUDI-compliant solutions in Malta.
• Lead the monitoring and assistance process in the response to security incidents involving QTSPs and wallet issuers, ensuring appropriate measures are taken to mitigate risks.
• Collaborate with stakeholders and represent MCA within the national and international technical fora.
• Stay abreast of the latest cybersecurity technologies, threats, and policy developments, and integrate relevant insights into the national EUDI wallet scheme.
   

Qualifications / Skills Required

Either of the following:

• A Bachelor’s degree (MQF Level 6) in Computer Science, Information Technology, Information Security or a related technical field plus 8 years of industry experience in cybersecurity, trust services, electronic ID, regulatory compliance, or a related area focusing on digital services, OR
• A Master’s degree (MQF Level 7) in Computer Science, Information Technology, Information Security or a related technical field plus 7 years of industry experience in cybersecurity, trust services, electronic ID, regulatory compliance, or a related area focusing on digital services. 
   

Preferred Qualifications & Experience

• Preference will be given to candidates with a comprehensive understanding of National and EU Digital Policy frameworks, including EUDI, eIDAS, NIS 2 and the CRA.
• Preference will be given to candidates who possess relevant cybersecurity related certifications like CISSP, SecurityX and other security-oriented vendor certifications.
• Preference will be given to candidates with knowledge of conformity assessment procedures and certification schemes (e.g. EUCC);
• Preference will be given to candidates with knowledge of technologies related to digital wallets, electronic identification and trust services i.e. identity-related technologies, remote identification/authentication, application/hardware related to eIDAS (smartcards, secure elements), cryptographic algorithms, PQC, privacy-enhancing techniques;
• Ability to deliver technical advice at the tactical level, including those of scientific or technical nature, on issues relevant to cybersecurity certification, including in the abovementioned areas of relevance for this purpose.
• Excellent research, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills in English and preferably also in Maltese.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.
   

Remuneration & Benefits

Salary bracket is between €37,925 – €50,075 per annum. 

In addition, the employment package will also include:

• Up to 15% performance bonus
• €1480 communication allowance
• Up to 10% market corrector
• Up to €1500 technical allowance
• Health insurance

Closing On: Monday 21st September 2026