Access Now is looking for a Security Officer

About Access Now

Access Now defends and extends the digital rights of people and communities at risk. As a grassroots-to-global organization, we partner with local actors to bring a human rights agenda to the use, development, and governance of digital technologies, and to intervene where technologies adversely impact our human rights. By combining direct technical support, strategic advocacy, grassroots grantmaking, and convenings such as RightsCon, we fight for human rights in the digital age.

About this role

The Security Officer is an integral part of the Security and Technology team at Access Now. Your role will involve supporting the organisation’s mission to safeguard our staff from various security threats and risks that arise from operating at the nexus of human rights and technology. This position offers a dynamic work environment supporting a diverse team of over 130+ people in 35+ countries.

The Security Officer works with team members across all arms, and reports through the Global Risk & Operations Manager.

What you will do

Documentation:

Assist in the creation and maintenance of essential documentation, including country reports, newsletters, risk analysis spreadsheets, briefing papers, emergency protocols, and other security related policies or processes.

Risk Assessments:

Participate and support the development of comprehensive risk assessments for office locations, country-specific situations, or individual staff members.

Event Security:

Provide logistical support for staff travel and event participation, including RightsCon, while addressing travel-related risks and ensuring adherence to safety protocols.

Staff Support:

Support the Security & Technology team in any other projects designed to support the organisation's security needs, such as training or presentation development, procurement of services, network development, or other consultations that may be required.

Assists in the global implementation of the annual RightsCon summit series

Performs other duties as assigned

What you will do

• A keen interest in international human rights, and familiarity with Access Now’s mission

• Engagement in international relations or security studies, either academically or through relevant work experience, or other demonstrated enthusiasm for security operations

• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills are essential

• Cultural competence and sensitivity, and the ability to communicate and connect effectively with Access Now’s globally-dispersed Team Members

• Intuitive and insightful in working with Team Members and senior leaders

• Strong project management and organizational skills

• Ability to synthesize and present data for interpretation and action

• Attention to detail and the ability to juggle multiple and competing priorities and deadlines

• Excellent written and verbal communications skills

• Ability to work independently and remotely

• Fluency in English is required. Spanish, Arabic, French, or another language is very welcome

The Details

Location

This is a full-time position, with preference for Africa, Latin America, and Europe (Belgium, Germany). The successful candidate must possess the right to work in the location in which they will be based. At this time most Access Now Team Members are working through hybrid office arrangements, combining remote at-home work with intermittent use of offices and/or co-working spaces.

Remuneration

Access Now offers competitive compensation and benefits packages that align competitively with locations and regions around the world. Location-specific examples of initial placement within the salary range for this role include:

• €3,939.92-€4,826.33 EUR gross monthly (Belgium)

• $2,610.90-$3,220.65 USD gross monthly (Costa Rica)

• €4,577.00-€5,607.00 EUR gross monthly (Germany)

• $1,850.00-$2,300 USD gross monthly (Kenya)

• $4,557.00-$5,924.00 USD gross monthly (United States)

Benefits for this specific role are tied to the location, and will vary. Regardless of location, all Team Members benefit from a strong global culture aligned around:

• Work-life balance...including a generous paid time-off program between 36 and 40 days annually

• Access to supplemental health care insurance policies

• Professional development and growth opportunities

• Extensive workplace flexibility

• Organizational resilience and support for all team members, including paid family leave and employee assistance programs

• Connection to a diverse, global team of passionate, principled professionals

• Opportunities to recharge (including one month of paid refresher leave after 4 years)

How to Apply

Please submit the following documents:

• Résumé/CV (removing all personally identifying information such as age, gender, marital status, address, and photo)

• Thoughtful cover letter outlining your suitability for our role, with particular attention to your experience aligning to the core functions

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We are a global human rights organization committed to inclusivity and equity, and seek the most talented team members who bring their true selves, with diverse backgrounds, cultures, perspectives, and experiences.

We are interested in receiving applications from people who consider themselves as under-represented in their talent communities.

As an equal opportunity employer, we value and encourage diversity and consider applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital or veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other legally protected status. Our commitment applies with regard to all aspects of one’s employment, including hiring, transfer, promotion, compensation, eligibility for benefits, and termination.