As an Information Security Officer within a major player in the financial sector, you will be responsible for safeguarding critical information assets and ensuring regulatory compliance in a fast-paced and highly regulated environment.
You'll operate at the intersection of IT, Risk, and Business—advising stakeholders, driving security initiatives, and embedding security by design across the organization.
Role
Serve as a key advisor on information security and risk management topics
Identify, assess, and help mitigate information security risks across departments
Ensure compliance with internal policies, ISO 27001, GDPR, and the NIS2 directive
Lead or support internal and external IT security audits
Drive awareness initiatives to promote a strong security culture across the organization
Collaborate with internal teams on incident response, continuity planning, and governance
Profile
Bachelor's or Master's degree in IT, Cybersecurity, or equivalent experience
Minimum 3 years of experience in Information Security, Risk, or IT Governance
Solid understanding of ISO 27001, NIST, CIS Controls, and regulatory requirements like GDPR and NIS2
Excellent stakeholder management, analytical thinking, and communication skills
Relevant certifications are a plus (CISSP, CISM, ISO 27001 Lead Auditor / Implementer, etc.)
Fluent in Dutch and English; French is a bonus
Offer
A strategic role in a security-first organization within the financial sector
Exposure to complex and high-impact security challenges
Hybrid work model with the flexibility to work from different office locations across Belgium
Continuous learning opportunities and support for certifications
A renewable one year contract
Information Security Officer • Leuven, Leuven, Belgium