Title: Senior Digital Risk Officer & Security ArchitectPreferred start date: 21/05/2026Preferred end date: 21/05/2027Location : Brussels 50% onsite
As a Digital Security & Risk Officer, you translate the validated guidelines from the CISO & DPO into concrete security architectures.Candidates must be able to bridge the gap between theory and practice; excellent communication skills are therefore a MUST. The Senior Digital Risk Officer & Security Architect acts as the "risk & security" glue between the various stakeholders.
Scope of the AssignmentMonitor and manage digital risks within the landscape, in close collaboration with 20+ risk ownersFollow up on the implementation of validated control measuresStrong team player; ability to collaborate within a large digital ecosystem (experience in companies with more than 200 ICT professionals is a plus)Ability to work independentlyStrong communication skillsPossess a solid professional network to consult on security challenges when needed
Proven experience as a risk manager in complex digital environmentsMust have – 5 years – Senior levelProven experience in the creation, management, and handling of cybersecurity risks for a NIS2 essential entityMust have – YesProven experience in a similar business context (number of users > 5000)Must have – YesProven experience with IT, IoT, Cloud & OT securityMust have – 5 years – Senior levelProven experience with risk management (e.g., application of ISO/IEC 27005)Must have – YesCandidate must demonstrate strong communication skills during the interview to manage digital risks with stakeholdersMust have – YesKnowledge of ISO27001 & ISO27002 security concepts, demonstrated through relevant cybersecurity certificates (CISM/CISSP/...)Must haveKnowledge of NIS2 & GDPR legislation and experience applying it in digital environmentsMust have – YesLanguage requirement: Dutch at European CEFR level C2Must have – Yes
Additional (Preferred) Requirements
Experience in protecting information (processing, transport, storage) in on-prem and (Azure) cloud environments, apps, web applications, etc.Should have – YesProven knowledge and experience with ITILShould have – YesKnowledge of secure software development methods and SDLCShould have – YesKnowledge of an artificial intelligence management framework (e.g., ISO42001), demonstrated through AI training historyShould have – YesExperience with procurement processes in accordance with public procurement legislationNice to have – Yes