Lead Information Security Officer
Role Type: Contract
Start Date: Immediate / Within 1 month (negotiable)
Location/Language: Rotterdam, Netherlands (flexible hybrid model), Languages: Fluent Dutch & English required
Requirements Description:
Academic-level working/thinking (WO)
Minimum 5 years in cybersecurity within a complex organization
Proven experience coaching and leading technical teams
Deep knowledge of ISO27001, 27002, 27005, 27019 (IEC 62443 is a plus)
Tasks Description:
Lead and coach a team of Information Security Officers
Maintain and enhance the Information Security Management System (ISMS)
Execute and improve cybersecurity strategy and policy
Coordinate compliance and risk analysis activities
Collaborate with stakeholders across CISO, technical teams, and business units
Report on security performance and risk posture to executive management
Essential Skills/Experience Description:
Security governance & strategy execution
ISO27001 and related standards (27002, 27005, 27019)
Risk management frameworks and analysis
Strong communication and stakeholder engagement
Coaching and team leadership
Desirable Skills/Additional Information Description:
Experience in OT environments (energy/utilities preferred)
Knowledge of IEC 62443
Agile/DevSecOps familiarity
Comfortable translating complex security issues into actionable plans
Cultural fit: collaborative, strategic thinker, people-first leadership style
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