Chief Information Security Officer

Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) - Freelancer

We are looking for an experienced Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) to join our partners team, either on a full-time or freelance basis. As a trusted leader in information security, you will play a critical role in overseeing our clients' cybersecurity strategies, ensuring robust risk management, and driving compliance with industry standards.

Key Responsibilities:

• Strategic Security Leadership: Take the lead in developing and executing information security strategies aligned with business goals, ensuring effective governance, risk management, and compliance.
• Risk Management & Cyber Fundamentals: Lead the assessment and management of information security risks using ISO 27001/27002 standards and other cybersecurity frameworks to protect the organization’s digital assets.
• Security Maturity & CMMI: Guide clients through the process of assessing and improving their security maturity levels, helping them elevate their cybersecurity practices based on the Capability Maturity Model Integration (CMMI) framework.
• ISMS Management: Oversee the implementation, maintenance, and continuous improvement of an Information Security Management System (ISMS) in line with ISO 27001, ensuring adherence to security policies and procedures.
• Data Protection & Compliance: Lead Data Protection Impact Assessments (DPIA), ensuring that privacy risks are appropriately addressed and compliance with regulations such as GDPR and NIS2 is maintained.
• Governance & Documentation: Direct the creation of security policies, procedures, and guidelines that align with best practices and ensure consistency across the organization.
• Compliance & Certification: Assist in ISMS compliance assessments and lead efforts to prepare for and achieve ISO 27001 certification, ensuring adherence to all relevant regulatory standards.
• NIS2 & Regulatory Readiness: Advise clients on preparation for the European NIS2 (Network and Information Systems) Directive, ensuring that the organization is compliant and well-positioned for future regulatory requirements.

Who We Are Looking For:

• Experience: At least 5 years of experience in senior information security roles, including strategic leadership in cybersecurity, risk management, and governance.
• Certifications: Certifications such as ISO 27001, CISSP, CISA, CISM, NIS2 Lead Implementer/Auditor, CIPM, or equivalent.
• Skills: Strong leadership and project management skills, with the ability to effectively manage cross-functional teams and communicate complex security concepts to stakeholders at all levels.
• Soft Skills: A proactive, persuasive, and results-driven leader who can build trust and influence key stakeholders. Exceptional problem-solving and decision-making capabilities are essential.
• Languages: Fluency in French and/or Dutch is preferred, with professional proficiency in English.
• Industry Experience: Experience in governance for Operational Technology (OT) environments is an asset.

If you are a seasoned cybersecurity leader ready to take on the challenge of being a CISO, we want to hear from you!