For a customer in West Flanders, I am searching for a freelance CISO to be responsible for defining, implementing, and maintaining the overall information security strategy and oversee directives for NIS2. You will work closely with IT, legal, and business teams to ensure security policies, standards, and procedures align with business needs and compliance requirements.
Responsibilities
Develop and lead the company-wide cybersecurity strategy and roadmap
Define and enforce security policies, risk management frameworks, and incident response plans
Monitor and respond to security incidents, vulnerabilities, and threats
Conduct regular security risk assessments and internal audits
Ensure compliance with applicable regulations (e.g., GDPR, NIS2, ISO27001 if applicable)
Work with third-party vendors and internal teams to manage security across cloud, IT, and OT environments
Raise awareness and promote a strong security culture across all departments
Report regularly to senior management and act as the point of contact for cyber matters
Profile
Proven experience in an information security role (3+ years for Security Officer, 5+ for CISO level)
Strong understanding of IT infrastructure, network security, cloud platforms (e.g., Microsoft 365, Azure)
Knowledge of risk frameworks (ISO27001, NIST, CIS Controls) and regulatory compliance (GDPR, NIS2)
Analytical mindset with strong communication and stakeholder management skills
Certifications like CISSP, CISM, ISO27001 Lead Implementer, or equivalent are a strong plus
Additional Details
START DATE: August/September
DURATION: 12 Months
CONTRACT: Freelance
OFFICE LOCATION: Near Kortrijk
DAYS PER WEEK: 1 (this can potentially fluctuate throughout the year)
LANGUAGES: Fluent Dutch and English
INTERVIEW PROCESS: 1 stage
If you are interested, please forward your updated resume to jay.kukoyi@vividresourcing.com to be considered.