Security Transformation Lead (Kwartiermaker)
About the assignment
A major organisation is establishing a dedicated security function from scratch. You act as the 'Kwartiermaker' (pioneer) – the first security leader tasked with building the entire security operating model.
You will define security strategy, establish governance frameworks, design security architecture across cloud and on-premise infrastructure, and embed security into organisational culture. This is a strategic role with hands-on execution.
Your impact: transform security maturity from foundational to industry-leading within 18-24 months. You report to executive leadership and own the complete security roadmap.
Your responsibilities
- Design and establish security governance framework aligned with ISO 27001, NIST CSF, and sector-specific regulations
- Build the security operating model: processes, policies, roles, reporting lines, and escalation procedures
- Conduct security baseline assessment and develop phased implementation roadmap
- Establish IAM/IGA strategy including identity lifecycle management and access governance
- Design SOC/security monitoring architecture and vendor selection (SIEM, EDR, NDR platforms)
- Create security awareness and culture programme to embed security mindset organisation-wide
- Develop vendor risk management and third-party security assessment programme
- Report security posture, risks, and transformation progress to board and executive leadership
Tech Stack & Tools
Platforms & Tooling
Frameworks & Standards
Cloud & Infrastructure
Methodologies
Certifications (preferred)
Must-haves
- 10+ years cybersecurity experience with 5+ years in security leadership or CISO-equivalent role
- Proven track record building security programmes from ground zero or transforming immature functions
- Deep knowledge of governance frameworks (ISO 27001, NIST, COBIT) and regulatory compliance
- Experience designing IAM, SOC, and GRC strategies and selecting/implementing platforms
- Ability to communicate complex security concepts to non-technical board members and executives
- Strategic mindset combined with hands-on execution capability
Nice-to-haves
- Experience in your sector or similar organisational size
- Vendor negotiation and contract management experience
- Background in cloud security architecture (Azure/AWS)
What we offer
- Define and own complete security strategy – rare greenfield opportunity
- Build and lead a high-performing security team from the ground up
- Direct access to C-suite and board-level influence on business decisions
- Competitive compensation commensurate with seniority and impact
- 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
Utrecht
Work model
Hybrid
Level
Lead
Industry
overige
Market indication
€165 - €225 per hour
Posted
18 August 2026
Job ID
57450
Contact
MVPeople Group
jobs@mvpeoplegroup.com