Information Security Officer

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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