Chief information Security Officer (CISO)

Function

We’re looking for a Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) to join our client’s organization and take full ownership of information security strategy and execution. In this leadership role, you will define and drive a robust security vision, ensuring that information protection is embedded across all layers of the organization. You will act as a trusted advisor to senior leadership while leading cybersecurity efforts and fostering a strong security culture.

Responsibilities & Key Areas

You will oversee the full spectrum of information security, from governance to operations:

• Define, implement, and continuously improve the information security strategy, policies, and frameworks
• Ensure compliance with relevant standards and regulations such as GDPR, NIS2, and ISO/IEC 27001
• Lead risk management activities, including risk assessments, impact analyses, and mitigation planning
• Take ownership of incident response, coordinating detection, analysis, containment, recovery, and reporting
• Oversee security architecture across network, application, and data layers
• Select and implement appropriate security technologies and tools, ensuring long-term sustainability
• Establish and manage secure processes (e.g. identity and access management)
• Coordinate internal and external audits, ensuring continuous compliance and improvement
• Deliver clear reporting to senior stakeholders, auditors, and regulatory bodies
• Act as the central point of contact for security-related matters, collaborating with IT, legal, HR, and operational teams
• Build relationships with external stakeholders and regulatory institutions

Profile & Expertise

We are looking for a senior professional with strong leadership capabilities and deep technical and governance expertise:

• Proven experience in information security leadership roles, with end-to-end responsibility for strategy and implementation
• Strong knowledge of security governance, risk management, and compliance frameworks
• Experience with ISO 27001 and ISO 27701 (certifications are a plus)
• Solid understanding of security architecture, network security, and incident response practices
• Familiarity with Microsoft Cloud environments, including Cloud Adoption Framework and Microsoft Defender (nice to have)
• Demonstrated ability to lead teams, influence stakeholders, and drive organizational change
• Strong communication, negotiation, and decision-making skills

Additional Information

• Hybrid working model with regular onsite presence
• You will operate in a strategic and high-impact position, shaping security across the organization
• Opportunity to contribute to a mature and evolving security landscape within a complex environment

Language requirements:

• Native-level proficiency in Dutch or French, with good understanding of the other national language
• Professional working proficiency in English