Information Security Officer

About the Role:

We’re looking for an Information Security Officer to support the development and daily operations of a growing information security program within a global tech company. This is an ideal role for someone early in their InfoSec career who’s eager to learn, contribute, and grow in a hands-on environment with experienced mentorship.

You’ll be part of the Security Team, reporting directly to the VP of Engineering, and work closely with IT, engineering, and other departments to maintain compliance, manage risks, and improve overall security posture.

Start Date: Flexible, ideally in August

Key Responsibilities:

Security Operations & Risk Management:

• Maintain and support the Information Security Management System (ISMS)
• Assist in internal and external ISO 27001 audits
• Conduct risk assessments and define mitigation plans
• Help monitor, investigate, and respond to security incidents

• Perform security reviews of suppliers and third-party tools

   

Compliance & Governance:

• Support compliance with GDPR and other regulatory frameworks
• Assist in drafting and maintaining security policies and procedures

• Promote internal awareness of data protection practices

   

Collaboration & Communication:

• Act as the first point of contact for external security assessments or questionnaires
• Work cross-functionally to ensure security is embedded in new initiatives
• Contribute to internal training, security campaigns, and awareness newsletters

• Help manage and test disaster recovery plans

   

Reporting & Continuous Improvement:

• Stay updated on cybersecurity trends and best practices

• Prepare and share security reports with leadership

   

Skills & Qualifications:

Required:

• Bachelor’s degree in Information Security, Computer Science, or related field
• Advanced in English (spoken and written)
• Detail-oriented with strong analytical and organizational skills
• Ability to conduct basic risk assessments and follow security processes

• Willingness to learn and grow within the field of cybersecurity

   

Nice-to-Have:

• Upper intermediate Dutch (spoken and written)
• 1–3 years of experience in information security (internship or full-time)

• Security certifications (e.g., CISSP, CISM) or working towards one

   

Familiarity with:

• ISO 27001 and GDPR frameworks
• Incident response procedures
• Security policies, governance, and awareness programs
• Security tools and technologies