Cybersecurity Product Engineering Team Leader

Thales  in  Belgium  is  part  of  an  internationally  leading  technology  group  in  the defence and security, aerospace as well as digital identity and security markets. In a world characterised by uncertainties, we ensure that our customers, partners and employees can pursue new paths with confidence. For a future we can all trust.

In Tubize, you will join more than 250 colleagues recognized by domestic and international partners for expertise on products such as Radio Frequency (RF) Products, C4ISR, Crypto Global Solution, MACS (Aeronautical Intercom) and many others.

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Say HI* – to your career as

Cybersecurity Product Engineering Team Leader

Location: Tubize #ON-SITE

Your Mission:

• Manage  and  mentor  the  team, fostering collaboration, professional growth and performance improvement through  regular  check-ins,  while  ensuring  optimal  team capacity and sourcing to sustain business growth

• Oversee the definition, implementation, and validation of hardware/software security measures across the full product lifecycle.

• Ensure adherence to Thales’ engineering standards and cybersecurity best practices (e.g., threat modeling, cryptography, post-quantum algorithms).

• Uphold cybersecurity engineering governance in line with Thales’ processes, ensuring compliance and audit readiness.

• Partner with engineering disciplines (hardware/software teams) to integrate security measures seamlessly into product development.

• Promote transparent communication and alignment on shared goals with stakeholders.

• Apply expertise in threat modeling, embedded systems security, and applicative security to mitigate risks proactively.

What We Are Looking For:

• Bachelor’s in Engineering, Computer Science, Cybersecurity, or related STEM field with 8+ years of relevant experience; OR Master’s with 6+ years in cybersecurity/engineering leadership.

• Proven experience leading engineering teams in complex cybersecurity, critical systems, or defense programs.

• Hands-on expertise in threat modeling, hardware/software security measures, and cryptography (including post-quantum algorithms).

• Collaborative mindset with a track record of fostering cross-disciplinary team growth and psychological safety.

• Strong English proficiency (written/verbal); ability to align technical teams and stakeholders on shared objectives.

Camilla Christovam
Talent Acquisition Partner #LI-CC1