Senior Information Security Officer
RotterdamFull-TimeSeniorOther
Duties & Responsibilities:
- Develop and maintain a sophisticated security, privacy and quality management system.
- Drive the strategic implementating and maturing of security controls in collaboration with stakeholders.
- Design, develop and deploy high-impact information security awareness.
- Orchestrate and lead end-to-end audit lifecycle management.
- Govern comprehensive documentation frameworks.
- Provide regular data-driven reporting on security status, emerging risks, key performance indicators, and strategic recommendations to inform critical decision-making.
- Cultivate and manage strategic partnerships with key vendors and internal stakeholders.
- Serve as trusted advisor to business units.
Qualifications:
- 3-5 years experience in a position with significant information security responsibilities.
- Independent and active information security certification (e.g. CISM, CISSP, ISO 27001 Lead implementer) is required.
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Information Systems, Computer Science, Accounting, Information Systems, Computer Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or related program.
Required Experience & Skills:
- Extensive experience with ISO 27001 and other relevant ISO standards (e.g., 27017, 27018, 42001, 27701, 22301, 9001).
- Demonstrated experience in successfully leading and managing audits.
- Proficiency with GRC tools for tracking and reporting.
- Deep understanding of information security principles, risk management, and compliance frameworks.
- Strong grasp of data protection regulations (e.g., GDPR, local privacy laws).
- Familiarity with various security technologies and best practices.
- Exceptional organizational skills and meticulous attention to detail.
- Strong project management abilities, capable of handling multiple priorities.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to articulate complex security concepts to diverse audiences.
- Proven ability to collaborate effectively with internal teams, external auditors, and vendors.
- Analytical mindset with strong problem-solving capabilities.
- Ability to work independently and as a proactive team player.
