Information Security Officer
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About the assignment
A leading organisation is strengthening its security posture and needs an experienced Information Security Officer to take ownership of security governance, risk management, and compliance programmes.
You'll translate board-level security priorities into actionable strategies, oversee policy development, and ensure the organisation meets regulatory requirements across ISO 27001, NIS2, and industry-specific standards.
Your impact: a cohesive security framework that protects assets, reduces breach risk, and demonstrates compliance to stakeholders and regulators.
Your responsibilities
- Design and maintain security policies, standards, and procedures aligned with organisational risk appetite
- Develop and execute the annual security roadmap in collaboration with IT leadership and business units
- Conduct risk assessments and manage risk registers, prioritising remediation activities
- Oversee compliance audits, certifications (ISO 27001, NIS2), and regulatory reporting
- Lead incident response planning and post-incident reviews to strengthen defences
- Report security metrics and KPIs to the board and management committee quarterly
- Manage third-party security assessments and vendor risk across the supply chain
- Foster security awareness and culture through training and communication programmes
Tech Stack & Tools
Platforms & Tooling
Frameworks & Standards
Methodologies
Certifications (preferred)
Must-haves
- 8+ years in information security, risk management, or GRC roles
- Proven experience designing and implementing security governance frameworks
- Deep knowledge of ISO 27001, NIS2, and regulatory compliance requirements
- Strong stakeholder management and board-level communication skills
- Experience with GRC platforms (ServiceNow, Archer, or equivalent)
Nice-to-haves
- Background in financial services, healthcare, or critical infrastructure sectors
- Experience with incident response programme development and tabletop exercises
- Familiarity with emerging regulations (AI Act, DORA, BIO 2.0)
What we offer
- Strategic influence on security direction and organisational resilience
- Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package
- Professional development budget for certifications and training
- Flexible working arrangements and hybrid collaboration
- Personal guidance from a dedicated MVPeople consultant who knows your niche
The process
Introduction
Phone call with your MVPeople consultant (within 24 hours)
Match & Brief
We discuss the assignment in detail and prepare you
Client meeting
Introduction to the client
Start
Contracting and onboarding
Details
Type
Freelance / ZZP (MVPeople)
Location
Den Haag
Work model
Hybrid
Level
Senior
Industry
overige
Posted
1 April 2026
Job ID
52592
Contact
MVPeople Group
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