Policy Officer (Data Analysis and Capabilities)

• Support the design, implementation, communication, and capacity-building of data-driven solutions to enhance the speed of detection, analysis production, information sharing, and response activation in relation to FIMI threats.
• Optimise and oversee analysis production and the activation of response workflows and protocols.
• Lead the implementation of AI-based solutions to support a range of team tasks.
• Manage a Situational Awareness Hub toolkit for FIMI detection and analysis, including tools for data analytics, FIMI threats investigations, and information sharing.
• Support the Division in the implementation of a more data-driven approach in its efforts to counter FIMI, including the creation of data-driven analytical resources, visualisations, and technical responses.
• Oversee projects with external contractors and partners.

What they ask

• Must have passed a valid EPSO CAST in FG IV, or be registered in the EPSO Permanent CAST for FG IV.
• Completed university studies of at least three years attested by a diploma.
• Capacity to work in the languages necessary for the performance of duties (English and with preference French).
• Be a national of one of the Member States of the European Union and enjoy full rights as a citizen.
• Fluent in English (both orally and in writing).
• In-depth knowledge of the methodology for identifying and analysing FIMI.
• Knowledge and understanding of analytical frameworks and models to analyse and counter information influence operations and hybrid threats, including data-sharing standards such as STIX.
• Proven experience in assessing information environment, cyber and hybrid threats, and FIMI threats, to characterise threat actors’ capabilities and TTPs.
• Skills in designing and managing the implementation of innovative technical projects.
• Ability to develop technical responses to FIMI threats, including operational countermeasures and disruption activities.
• Knowledge of the latest tools, analytical methodologies, and AI-based solutions for detecting, analysing, investigating, and reporting FIMI.
• Knowledge and understanding of latest research on FIMI and disinformation threats.
• A hands-on professional with good communication skills, able to quickly grasp complex issues, identify problems, and provide flexible, accurate solutions in a dynamic environment.
• A solid understanding of the EU’s strategic objectives in its external action, and demonstrate political awareness.
• Good knowledge of EU institutions and decision-making processes, the EU’s external action and relevant policies, as well as the counter-FIMI community.

Assets.

• Experience of working in a team in a multi-disciplinary and multi-cultural environment.
• Relevant experience in crisis management and collective planning processes.

• The position is for a contract agent FGIV.
• A prior favourable opinion of the Medical Service is required.
• A Personnel Security Clearance (PSC) at the level of SECRET UE/EU SECRET is required.