Digital Identity Junior Consultant

Key Responsibilities

• Regulatory Oversight: Monitor and assess adherence of trust service providers and digital identity solutions to applicable European digital identity regulations and associated standards.
• Compliance Assessments: Participate in reviews, evaluations, and audit-related activities to ensure that technical, security, and operational requirements are consistently met.
• Policy Development: Contribute to the drafting and enhancement of internal policies, procedures, and regulatory frameworks related to trust services and digital identity systems.
• Stakeholder Engagement: Build and maintain strong working relationships with regulated entities, industry stakeholders, and relevant authorities, providing guidance on regulatory expectations and best practices.
• Reporting and Analysis: Prepare structured reports outlining compliance outcomes, risk considerations, and findings from assessments, while also supporting knowledge-sharing initiatives and training efforts.

Qualifications, Skills, and Attributes

• Education: A Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Information Security, or a related discipline, accompanied by relevant professional experience; alternatively, a Master’s degree in a related field.
• Experience: Exposure to cybersecurity, digital identity frameworks, regulatory environments, or compliance-related roles, ideally within a technology-driven or regulated setting.
• Language Skills: Excellent command of English is required to succeed in this role. The ability to communicate in Maltese would be an asset.
• Communication Skills: Ability to convey complex technical and regulatory concepts clearly through both written documentation and verbal interaction.
• Interpersonal Skills: Strong collaboration skills with the ability to engage effectively with internal teams, external stakeholders, and regulatory counterparts.
• Technical Skills: Familiarity with digital identity ecosystems, cybersecurity principles, and regulatory frameworks such as EU digital policies is considered advantageous, along with proficiency in Microsoft Office tools.
• Organisation: Capable of managing multiple assignments, maintaining structured documentation, and meeting deadlines in a regulated environment.
• Self-Motivated: Demonstrates initiative, accountability, and a proactive approach to learning and professional development.
• Problem-Solving: Strong analytical mindset with the ability to interpret regulatory requirements, identify risks, and recommend practical solutions.

What's on Offer

• Compensation: A competitive base salary with performance-based incentives.
• Working Hours: Hybrid working model offering a balance between office presence and remote work, alongside flexible scheduling options.
• Other Benefits: Additional perks include reimbursement of communication expenses, private health coverage, and a performance-related bonus scheme.
• Career Development: Opportunities for professional growth and advancement within a dynamic and expanding company.