YPP Operations Research And Analysis

The Young Professionals Programme (YPP)

• In a more dangerous and competitive security environment, NATO continues to do everything that is needed to keep one billion people across Europe and North America safe.
• We are strengthening our defences, responding swiftly and decisively to threats to our security, and working together – as allies and partners – to protect our freedom and shared interests.
• We Are Launching An Accelerator For Your International Career – The Fourth Cycle Of Our Young Professionals Programme (YPP).
• Through This Global Three-year Programme, You Will Experience The Frontline Of a Political And Military Alliance And Start a Journey Of Personal And Professional Development In a Diverse And Inclusive Work Environment.
• Together, We Will Ensure NATO Continues To
• respond with unity, strength and resolve to growing dangers to our security across the Euro-Atlantic area and in all domains – land, sea, air, space and cyberspace;
• build stronger defences by investing more in defence and accelerating defence production and innovation;
• harness new technologies for our security, and stay ahead in cutting-edge domains such as cyber and space;
• leverage partnerships, including with the European Union, individual countries and the private sector, to protect our freedom and shared interests; and
• contribute to fighting terrorism and rampant instability in NATO’s southern neighbourhood.
• Do you want to make a difference and help protect close to one billion people across 32 NATO member states, including your own?
• If you are ready to take on this challenge, and are a national of a NATO member state , hold a Master’s degree and have at least one year of work experience, then apply for the YPP.
• With you, we are stronger.
• #WeAreNATO

Your role

Responsibilities

Operations Research and Analysis

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• As you gain experience, you will be given increasing responsibilities, such as:
• Conduct operational analysis/operations research activities for significant capability development programmes, selecting appropriate techniques to deliver analysis reports and presentations to support decision making;
• Developing, implementing and promoting the use of data science and Artificial Intelligence (AI) technologies in support of NATO policy development and NATO’s digital transformation;
• Working on data-science projects that contribute to better decision-making and multi-domain military operations;
• Working on data fusion and analysis for the extrapolation of data sets to contribute to the decision-making process with respect to complex and interrelated programmes;
• Researching and employing research and analysis techniques (e.g. modelling, simulation, war gaming, Analyses of Alternatives);
• Supporting the development of joint analysis of operations, training, exercises and experiments, based on technical requirements defined within the NATO enterprise;
• Constantly scouting for new ideas, adoption of innovation and technological developments of relevance to the Alliance;
• Coordinating and collaborating with stakeholders across NATO, Allies, partners and industry in support of achieving Allied objectives;
• In-depth study of military experiences through direct engagement with military officers and experts in research interviews and workshops;
• Informing the Strategic Level about the military implications of technological innovation;
• Conducting information flow analysis within NATO Command and Force Structure elements to determine information exchange and subsequent interoperability requirements;
• Contributing to the C3 Domain within NATO’s Defence Planning Process;
• Developing and implementing data-mining and data-warehousing programs;
• Programming custom data-analysis and mining programs for using NATO data;
• Automating the measurement of cybersecurity KPIs;
• Automating the calculation of cybersecurity risk metrics for the NATO IT ecosystem; and,
• Researching new trends within the areas of responsibilities of data science and Operations and Research.

Who We Are Looking For

YPP, Operations Research and Analysis

• path, we are generally interested in the following educational backgrounds:
• A Master’s degree in the field of STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics) or in a scientific discipline including at least one statistics-based module;
• Any other degree that you believe can be useful to the area of Operations Research and Analysis – let us know how your knowledge and skills can be applied!
• Any of the following experience or skills would be considered as an asset:
• Academic knowledge or professional experience in the fields of data science, Artificial Intelligence (AI), or Operations Research and Analysis;
• Understanding of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and data science, including but not limited to technology and policy matters, particularly as applicable to security and defence;
• Experience of applying mathematical and/or statistical techniques to complex problems in support of research or technology studies;
• Ability to apply standard Operational Research techniques to include statistical analysis, mathematical modelling, project management, simulation, linear programming and other analytical techniques.
• Experience of conducting an independent research/analysis project delivering a research/analysis report, ideally in a team and in a workplace context
• Experience in writing policy reports on technology topics, preferably in the areas of AI and data;
• Genuine interest in Technology Innovation topics in international and multi-disciplinary contexts;
• Experience with at least one data analysis tool (such as Power BI, MATLAB, KNIME, Python), preferably in the context of a project;
• Experience with Natural Language Processing, machine learning engineering, or computer vision;
• Experience with DBMS (e.g. MSSQL) and knowledge of SQL;
• Experience in using application programming interfaces (APIs);
• Knowledge of and experience in applying data-mining techniques,
• Experience with project management and project-management tools;
• Previous experience of working or conducting studies within military organizations;
• Knowledge of NATO, its agenda, policies, military posture, and/or partnerships;
• Prior professional experience or internship with other international organizations, national administrations, or the research or tech industries;
• Any additional training/certification(s) related to Operations Research and Analysis, cyber defence and emerging technologies and project or program-management certification;
• A curious and innovative mindset;
• Strong analytical and drafting skills;
• Proactivity, a can-do attitude and a willingness to learn and share information; and,
• Teamwork, excellent communication, facilitation and interpersonal skills.

What We Offer

• NATO will offer the Young Professionals:
• An experience of a lifetime at the forefront of an international organization where you’ll have the opportunity to develop your skills and expand your professional network;
• A diverse and stimulating work and personal experience where you will be assigned to three different NATO bodies around the globe, one each year; and,
• A competitive salary and other benefits, including excellent health insurance and a generous annual leave package of 30 days
• Are you interested in being part of NATO and the YPP?
• Apply by
• 31 May 2026 [23:59 – Brussels time]

Recruitment Process

• Please Note That We Can Only Accept Applications From Nationals Of NATO Member Countries.
• Applications Must Be Submitted Using E-recruitment System, As Applicable
• For NATO civilian staff members only: please apply via the internal recruitment portal;
• For all other applications: www.nato.int/recruitment

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