Internal Security Analyst
The European Union Agency for Fundamental Rights (FRA) is organising a selection procedure to draw up a reserve list for the profile of Internal Security Analyst. The selection procedure is published inter-agency and externally.
Background
The European Union Agency for Fundamental Rights (FRA) provides independent, evidence-based advice to policy-makers, to help ensure full respect for fundamental rights across the EU, for everyone. To this end, the Agency collects and analyses information and data on a range of fundamental rights issues, provides assistance and expertise to EU institutions and to EU Member States’ governments, raises rights awareness, communicates its findings and strengthens cooperation and ties between fundamental rights actors.
Justice, Digital and Migration Unit
The Justice, Digital and Migration Unit undertakes research and data collection, and provides policy-relevant advice, on the situation of fundamental rights in the EU with respect to its specific areas of work, which is divided across three Sectors: (i) Justice and Security; (ii) Data and Digital; (iii) Migration and Asylum. The Unit’s outputs are primarily in the form of reports, position papers and tools for practitioners, alongside the provision of timely expert input and advice to different actors – including EU institutions and EU agencies in the Justice and Home Affairs field, as well as Member States – on fundamental rights compliance, as experienced by people in the EU.
The Unit’s work in the area of internal security is primarily embedded in the Justice and Security Sector but extends to work undertaken by the Unit’s two other Sectors. To date, work on internal security has mainly encompassed research on subjects ranging from law enforcement, including access to digital data for criminal investigations, and use of remote biometric identification by law enforcement, through to terrorism and specifically terrorist content online. The Unit’s work in fields such as cybercrime law, illegal online content, victims of crime (including victims of online fraud), and migration management responses (to name a few) has variously addressed security-related themes, and past work has also encompassed mass surveillance.
The Unit’s staff consists of legal and social research experts, as well as data analysts, drawn from diverse fields. The Unit is looking to expand its expertise in the area of internal security, which encompasses new and emergent technologies.
Duties
The Internal Security Analyst will:
- Manage and contribute to FRA research in the area of internal security - including work on law enforcement, online/cyber-related crime and harmful content, terrorism and related threats, and other security-related fields with respect to impacts on fundamental rights;
- Draft high quality and sound policy and/or legal analysis on issues related to internal security and fundamental rights, based on FRA findings and other available sources, accessible to non-experts;
- Contribute to developing tools for practitioners, such as handbooks and guidance;
- Show understanding and provide advice from a fundamental rights perspective on new and emergent technologies in the area of internal security;
- Facilitate provision of practical advice to relevant stakeholders, including in the operational context (e.g. law enforcement), at national and EU level on issues related to internal security and fundamental rights;
- Promote the Agency’s work and disseminate research findings through various means and channels, including conferences, workshops, expert meetings and events, and organise meetings at FRA with different experts and practitioners;
- Liaise with relevant stakeholders in the above-mentioned areas, focusing on the justice and home affairs fields, alongside related fields encompassing technological developments (among others).
Duties applicable to all staff:
- Perform any other related duties assigned by the manager.
Eligibility requirements
Only candidates who meet all of the following eligibility criteria by the deadline for submission of applications will be marked as eligible. Candidates who do not meet one or more criteria will not be considered further:
General conditions[1]
- Be a national of one of the Member States of the European Union and be entitled to full rights as a citizen;
- Have fulfilled any obligations imposed by the laws concerning military service;
- Meet the character requirements as to suitability for the performance of the duties involved[2];
- Be physically fit to perform the duties linked to the post[3].
Education and experience[4]
A level of education which corresponds to completed university studies of at least three (3) years attested by a diploma, and, after obtaining the university degree, at least three (3) years of professional experience.
Language skills
- Have a thorough knowledge (level C1) of English, as this is the working language of FRA, and
- Have a satisfactory knowledge (minimum level B2) of another language of the EU.
The levels indicated correspond to the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages [5].
[1] See Article 12 of the Conditions of Employment of Other Servants of the European Union.
[2] Prior to appointment, successful applicants will be required to prove that they do not have any criminal record.
[3] Before being engaged, successful applicants will be required to undergo a medical examination.
[4] Only diplomas and certificates that have been awarded in EU Member States or that are the subject of equivalence certificates issued by authorities in the Member States shall be taken into consideration. Any certificate of equivalence should be obtained by the deadline for applications.
Selection criteria
In order to select the best-qualified candidates for the test and interview phase, FRA will assess the following essential and advantageous criteria.
Please note that all essential criteria are mandatory. If a candidate scores zero on any individual essential criterion listed below, their application will not be assessed further. Therefore – it is important that all applications are accurate and clear with respect to the information given.
The following criteria will be considered as essential and should be specified clearly in your application:
- At least 3 years of proven work experience in the area of internal security, including at least two years of experience related to online/cyber-related crime;
- Proven experience working in or for law enforcement/judicial authorities on issues related to internal security, including elements relating to online/cyber-related crime, which can include work carried out as a contractor or researcher;
- Proven experience of having worked on fundamental rights-relevant issues related to internal security, including online/cyber-related crime;
- Knowledge of the regulatory and policy framework of the EU in the area of internal security;
- Knowledge of technological tools that facilitate the work of law enforcement and/or the judiciary to prevent and combat crime;
- At least one (1) publication/report or research project/activity related to online/cyber-related crime or the use of technological tools by law enforcement and/or the judiciary.
The following criteria will be considered as advantageous:
- University degree in law and/or criminology or fields closely related to the job profile;
- Post-graduate or professional qualifications in technical fields relating to internal security, online/cyber-related crime;
- Experience in providing advice or communicating findings to various target audiences (incl. non-technical) in the area of internal security;
- Relevant work experience in an international environment or with international teams.
In addition to the essential and advantageous criteria, candidates invited to the interview and test phase will also be assessed behavioural competencies relevant for the position. In particular, the successful candidate will be expected to demonstrate:
- Communication: communicate clearly and precisely both orally and in writing;
- Analysis and problem-solving: ability to identify the critical facts in complex issues and develop creative and practical solutions;
- Working with others: work cooperatively with others in teams and across organisational boundaries and respect differences between people; create a sense of team spirit by encouraging shared goals and exchange of knowledge and experience;
- Learning and development: develop and improve personal skills and knowledge of the organisation and its environment; commit to coach others, share knowledge, and systematically improve working methods;
- Prioritisation and organisation: ability to prioritise the most important tasks, work flexibly and organise own and others’ workload efficiently;
- Quality and results: take personal responsibility and initiative for delivering work to a high standard quality within set procedures; show clear customer orientation (internal and external); build systematic and methodical processes into projects and work of self and own team;
- Resilience: remain effective under work pressure, be flexible and adapt to a changing work environment; encourage others to do the same and adjust own and team’s approach to embrace changing circumstances.
Selection criteria
In order to select the best-qualified candidates for the test and interview phase, FRA will assess the following essential and advantageous criteria.
Please note that all essential criteria are mandatory. If a candidate scores zero on any individual essential criterion listed below, their application will not be assessed further. Therefore – it is important that all applications are accurate and clear with respect to the information given.
The following criteria will be considered as essential and should be specified clearly in your application:
- At least 3 years of proven work experience in the area of internal security, including at least two years of experience related to online/cyber-related crime;
- Proven experience working in or for law enforcement/judicial authorities on issues related to internal security, including elements relating to online/cyber-related crime, which can include work carried out as a contractor or researcher;
- Proven experience of having worked on fundamental rights-relevant issues related to internal security, including online/cyber-related crime;
- Knowledge of the regulatory and policy framework of the EU in the area of internal security;
- Knowledge of technological tools that facilitate the work of law enforcement and/or the judiciary to prevent and combat crime;
- At least one (1) publication/report or research project/activity related to online/cyber-related crime or the use of technological tools by law enforcement and/or the judiciary.
The following criteria will be considered as advantageous:
- University degree in law and/or criminology or fields closely related to the job profile;
- Post-graduate or professional qualifications in technical fields relating to internal security, online/cyber-related crime;
- Experience in providing advice or communicating findings to various target audiences (incl. non-technical) in the area of internal security;
- Relevant work experience in an international environment or with international teams.
In addition to the essential and advantageous criteria, candidates invited to the interview and test phase will also be assessed behavioural competencies relevant for the position. In particular, the successful candidate will be expected to demonstrate:
- Communication: communicate clearly and precisely both orally and in writing;
- Analysis and problem-solving: ability to identify the critical facts in complex issues and develop creative and practical solutions;
- Working with others: work cooperatively with others in teams and across organisational boundaries and respect differences between people; create a sense of team spirit by encouraging shared goals and exchange of knowledge and experience;
- Learning and development: develop and improve personal skills and knowledge of the organisation and its environment; commit to coach others, share knowledge, and systematically improve working methods;
- Prioritisation and organisation: ability to prioritise the most important tasks, work flexibly and organise own and others’ workload efficiently;
- Quality and results: take personal responsibility and initiative for delivering work to a high standard quality within set procedures; show clear customer orientation (internal and external); build systematic and methodical processes into projects and work of self and own team;
- Resilience: remain effective under work pressure, be flexible and adapt to a changing work environment; encourage others to do the same and adjust own and team’s approach to embrace changing circumstances.
Engagement and conditions of employment
A contract as a member of the temporary staff will be offered pursuant to Article 2(f) of the Conditions of Employment of Other Servants of the European Union for 3 years. The contract may be renewed.
The successful candidate will be recruited in the grade AD6. The basic monthly salary for the grade AD6 is € 6,961.29.
--Information reserved for applicants employed under Article 2(f) of the CEOS:
In accordance with the general implementing provisions on the engagement and use of temporary staff under Article 2(f) of the CEOS, and in particular Article 12 (2), if a successful applicant, on the closing date for applications, as well as on the day of taking up duties:
- Is a member of temporary staff under Article 2(f) of the CEOS, and
- Is employed within their agency in function group and grade included in the range “AD5-AD12”,
FRA shall offer the applicant, in writing, the opportunity either:
- To be assigned to the post by means of inter-agency mobility, as per Article 10 of the general implementing provisions. In this case the contract at FRA will be in continuity with the contract of the previous EU Institution (namely with regard to grade, step, seniority in step, and duration).
OR
- To be assigned to the post on the basis of a new contract of 3 years duration, renewable, subject to a probationary period of 9 months, at the grade indicated in the vacancy notice.--
In addition to the basic salary, staff members may be entitled to various allowances, in particular a household allowance, expatriation allowance (16% of basic salary + household allowance), dependent child allowance and education allowance. The salary is subject to a Union tax deducted at source and it is exempt of national taxation.
FRA also offers a comprehensive welfare package including pension scheme, medical, accident and occupational disease insurance coverage, unemployment and invalidity allowance and travel insurance.
Moreover, FRA offers support for international schooling and has policies on teleworking and flexitime in its attempt to reconcile work and private life.
Under certain circumstances, in particular where staff members are obliged to change their place of residence in order to take up employment, the Agency may also reimburse various expenses incurred on recruitment, notably removal expenses.
Additional information can be obtained from the website of the European Commission.
A contract as a member of the temporary staff will be offered pursuant to Article 2(f) of the Conditions of Employment of Other Servants of the European Union for 3 years. The contract may be renewed.
The successful candidate will be recruited in the grade AD6. The basic monthly salary for the grade AD6 is € 6,961.29.
Information reserved for applicants employed under Article 2(f) of the CEOS:
In accordance with the general implementing provisions on the engagement and use of temporary staff under Article 2(f) of the CEOS, and in particular Article 12 (2), if a successful applicant, on the closing date for applications, as well as on the day of taking up duties:
- Is a member of temporary staff under Article 2(f) of the CEOS, and
- Is employed within their agency in function group and grade included in the range “AD5-AD12”,
FRA shall offer the applicant, in writing, the opportunity either:
- To be assigned to the post by means of inter-agency mobility, as per Article 10 of the general implementing provisions. In this case the contract at FRA will be in continuity with the contract of the previous EU Institution (namely with regard to grade, step, seniority in step, and duration).
OR
- To be assigned to the post on the basis of a new contract of 3 years duration, renewable, subject to a probationary period of 9 months, at the grade indicated in the vacancy notice.--
In addition to the basic salary, staff members may be entitled to various allowances, in particular a household allowance, expatriation allowance (16% of basic salary + household allowance), dependent child allowance and education allowance. The salary is subject to a Union tax deducted at source and it is exempt of national taxation.
FRA also offers a comprehensive welfare package including pension scheme, medical, accident and occupational disease insurance coverage, unemployment and invalidity allowance and travel insurance.
Moreover, FRA offers support for international schooling and has policies on teleworking and flexitime in its attempt to reconcile work and private life.
Under certain circumstances, in particular where staff members are obliged to change their place of residence in order to take up employment, the Agency may also reimburse various expenses incurred on recruitment, notably removal expenses.
Additional information can be obtained from the website of the European Commission.
A contract as a member of the temporary staff will be offered pursuant to Article 2(f) of the Conditions of Employment of Other Servants of the European Union for 3 years. The contract may be renewed.
The successful candidate will be recruited in the grade AD6. The basic monthly salary for the grade AD6 is € 6,961.29.
Information reserved for applicants employed under Article 2(f) of the CEOS:
In accordance with the general implementing provisions on the engagement and use of temporary staff under Article 2(f) of the CEOS, and in particular Article 12 (2), if a successful applicant, on the closing date for applications, as well as on the day of taking up duties:
1. Is a member of temporary staff under Article 2(f) of the CEOS, and
2. Is employed within their agency in function group and grade included in the range “AD5-AD12”,
FRA shall offer the applicant, in writing, the opportunity either:
a. To be assigned to the post by means of inter-agency mobility, as per Article 10 of the general implementing provisions. In this case the contract at FRA will be in continuity with the contract of the previous EU Institution (namely with regard to grade, step, seniority in step, and duration).
OR
b. To be assigned to the post on the basis of a new contract of 3 years duration, renewable, subject to a probationary period of 9 months, at the grade indicated in the vacancy notice.--
In addition to the basic salary, staff members may be entitled to various allowances, in particular a household allowance, expatriation allowance (16% of basic salary + household allowance), dependent child allowance and education allowance. The salary is subject to a Union tax deducted at source and it is exempt of national taxation.
FRA also offers a comprehensive welfare package including pension scheme, medical, accident and occupational disease insurance coverage, unemployment and invalidity allowance and travel insurance.
Moreover, FRA offers support for international schooling and has policies on teleworking and flexitime in its attempt to reconcile work and private life.
Under certain circumstances, in particular where staff members are obliged to change their place of residence in order to take up employment, the Agency may also reimburse various expenses incurred on recruitment, notably removal expenses.
Additional information can be obtained from the website of the European Commission.
For any further information on the contractual and working conditions please refer to the Staff Regulations of Officials of the European Union and the Conditions of Employment of other Servants.
Submission of applications and deadline
Candidates are requested to submit their application electronically through the Agency’s website. Only online completed applications submitted in English via the e-recruitment system will be accepted.
Applications must be sent no later than 16 January 2026 at 13:00 CET (Central European Time).
Information concerning the status of the selection procedure can be found on our website.
In case you experience technical problems during your application please contact recruitment@fra.europa.eu.
Please note that due to the large number of applications we receive, the system may face problems in processing data when reaching the deadline for submission of applications. We therefore advise to apply well ahead of the deadline.
Selection procedure
A Selection Committee is nominated by the Appointing Authority of Agency.
Eligibility of candidates will be assessed according to compliance with all formal requirements by the closing date for the submission of applications (please see Eligibility Criteria).
Only the applications of eligible candidates will be evaluated and scored in accordance with the selection criteria as specified in the publication notice (please see Selection Criteria). The Agency will invite for an interview and test the top candidates among those who have obtained at least 60%.
The selection procedure will be composed of an interview and a written test, which will be held in English. They will take place either in Vienna (Austria), the place of employment where the Agency has its seat, or online. The shortlisted candidates will receive further detailed information in due time.
Successful candidates will be included on a reserve list drawn up by the Selection Committee and adopted by the Appointing Authority of FRA. This reserve list will be valid from the date of its establishment (in year ‘N’) until 31 December of year ‘N+2’. Its validity may be extended. The reserve list may be used for future recruitment, should vacancies arise. Candidates should note that inclusion on a reserve list does not guarantee recruitment.
Candidates placed on the reserve list will be requested to submit a non-certified copy of their diploma(s) and evidence of their professional experience, clearly indicating the length and nature of their experience and whether full time or part time work. Prior to contract signature, the successful candidate/s will be requested to provide FRA with copies of all relevant documents proving the eligibility requirements.
On the basis of the adopted reserve list, the Appointing Authority of FRA may offer a contract of engagement.
Please note that the Selection Committee’s work and deliberations are strictly confidential and that any contact with its members is strictly forbidden.
Due to the large volume of applications, the Agency regrets that only candidates selected for the interviews will be contacted. Applicants are invited to follow the recruitment process on the FRA website.
Equal opportunities
FRA is an equal opportunities employer and ensures that its recruitment procedures do not discriminate on any ground such as sex, race, colour, ethnic or social origin, genetic features, religion or belief, political or any other opinion, membership of a national minority, property, birth, disability, age, gender identity or sexual orientation. FRA encourages candidates with disabilities to apply. FRA encourages candidates with disabilities to apply. If you consider yourself to have a physical, mental, intellectual or sensory disability, please indicate any adjustments or arrangements needed, relating to your disability, to recruitment@fra.europa.eu, so that FRA can ensure your full and equal participation in the interview.
Data protection
Personal data shall be processed solely for the purpose of the selection procedure.
Please note that FRA will not return applications to candidates. The personal information FRA requests from applicants will be processed in line with Regulation (EU) 2018/1725 of the European Parliament and of the Council of 23 October 2018 on the protection of natural persons with regard to the processing of personal data by the Union institutions, bodies, offices and agencies and on the free movement of such data. This applies in particular to the confidentiality and security of such data.
Should the candidate have any query concerning the processing of their personal data, they shall address them to: recruitment@fra.europa.eu.
For further information with regard to the processing of personal data, please see FRA’s Privacy Statement published on the vacancies page.
Appeal procedures
If a candidate considers that they have been adversely affected by a particular decision, they can lodge a complaint under Article 90(2) of the Staff Regulations of Officials and Conditions of employment of other servants of the European Union, at recruitment@fra.europa.eu
The complaint must be lodged within 3 months. The time limit for initiating this type of procedure starts to run from the time the completion of the selection procedure is published here.
Should the complaint be rejected, pursuant to Article 270 of the Treaty on the Functioning of the European Union and Article 91 of the Staff Regulations of Officials and the Conditions of Employment of Other Servants of the European Union, a candidate may request judicial review of the act. The appeal must be lodged within 3 months from the date of notification to the following address:
Court of Justice of the European Union
Rue du Fort Niedergrünewald
L-2925 Luxembourg
Luxembourg
It is also possible to lodge a complaint to the European Ombudsman pursuant to Article 228(1) of the Treaty on the Functioning of the European Union and in accordance with the statute of the Ombudsman and the implementing provisions adopted by the Ombudsman. Before the Ombudsman can accept a complaint, it is necessary that the complaint is first addressed to the Agency. Any complaint to the Ombudsman (http://www.ombudsman.europa.eu) must be made within two years of receiving the Agency’s final position on the matter.