Backend Systems Engineer

Position AuthorityVacancy issued under CypSec Group European cybersecurity operations. This role requires demonstrated excellence in secure systems engineering beyond conventional commercial standards. Only candidates with exceptional technical achievements and proven capability in critical infrastructure protection will be considered for advancement through our selection process.Tasks and ResponsibilitiesArchitect backend systems supporting European critical infrastructure protection frameworksImplement cryptographic controls meeting EU sovereignty requirements and classified handling proceduresDevelop microservices architectures subject to cross-domain security validationEnsure operational compliance with NIS2 Directive, GDPR Article 32, and emerging EU cybersecurity regulationsMaintain technical documentation suitable for supervisory authority review and audit proceedingsMandatory Technical ExcellenceExpert-level Java with Spring Framework in security-constrained environmentsBouncyCastle implementation under hardware security module constraintsSQL Database clustering for sovereign data localization requirementsKubernetes orchestration hardened per CIS Benchmarks and ENISA guidelinesRESTful service development with mandatory security controls and threat modelingExceptional Candidate RequirementsBeyond baseline qualifications, successful candidates will demonstrate at least one of the following:Peer-reviewed publications in systems security, cryptography, or distributed systemsSignificant contributions to open-source security projects with recognized impactDocumented vulnerability research with CVE assignments or coordinated disclosureParticipation in EU-funded research initiatives (Horizon Europe, Digital Europe Programme)Competition rankings in recognized cybersecurity challenges or capture-the-flag eventsLinguistic Proficiency StandardsCEFR C1+ English capability for technical documentation and stakeholder communicationCEFR C1+ working proficiency in German, Russian, Chinese, or SpanishAbility to produce specifications meeting government and regulatory review standardsSecurity Assessment ProtocolComprehensive background verification including employment history validationEnhanced screening procedures for access to sensitive technical informationEU citizenship or permanent residency required for sensitive infrastructure accessWillingness to undergo facility clearance processing where operational requirements dictateCompensation FrameworkRemuneration Commensurate With Demonstrated Expertise And ImpactPerformance-based compensation exceeding standard market ratesComprehensive European benefits package including pension and professional developmentRelocation support for exceptional candidates requiring EU mobilityAccess to cutting-edge security research infrastructure and academic partnershipsSelection ProcessApplications Subject To Rigorous Technical EvaluationInitial Assessment: Technical competency verification against mandatory requirementsDeep Technical Review: In-person architecture discussion and security methodology evaluationOperational Interview: Critical thinking under pressure and incident response scenariosSubmit comprehensive application including: Detailed technical CV, documented achievements (publications, CVEs, project contributions), and technical references from recognized security professionals to: admin@cypsec.chOnly candidates demonstrating exceptional technical depth will advance through selection phases. Standard qualifications without distinguished achievements will not progress.