For one of our clients, an international group operating in 17 countries with around 30 companies, specializing in identification and mobility solutions, is seeking to strengthen its team in Belgium. By leveraging cutting-edge technologies, the company enhances process execution speed and data accuracy, helping businesses maintain their competitive edge. Its solutions optimize supply chain collaboration, covering packaging, storage, proof of delivery, sales force automation, direct store services, and store management, enabling end-to-end tracking and tracing of goods from production to the end user.
As a leader in identification and authentication, the company has successfully executed several ID-related projects across multiple continents, issuing over 40 million e-documents in the past 15 years. It ensures seamless lifecycle management of its solutions and has been involved in key national identification projects.
To support its future growth, the company is looking for an experienced professional to join its Belgian subsidiaries as a:
Senior Information Security & Quality Officer (GRC Focus)
This is a great opportunity for an experienced professional with a strong background in governance, risk management, compliance (GRC), and IT audit to take on a strategic role. As part of a small and dynamic team, you will focus on maintaining and enhancing cybersecurity and quality frameworks, ensuring regulatory compliance, and mitigating risks related to information security and business processes.
Your expertise will support the organization in aligning with international standards such as ISO 27001 (Cybersecurity), ISO 9001 (Quality), NIS/NIS2 Directive, and NIST frameworks while improving security governance and risk management practices.
Key Responsibilities:
- Ensure compliance of local Quality and Information Security Management Systems (QMS & ISMS) with international standards and regulatory frameworks (ISO 27001, ISO 9001, NIS/NIS2, NIST, etc.).
- Drive governance, risk, and compliance (GRC) initiatives, aligning security policies and procedures with industry best practices.
- Conduct risk assessments and ensure effective risk management strategies are implemented.
- Develop, implement, and update security and quality policies, procedures, and controls.
- Lead and support internal and external IT audits, ensuring proper documentation and compliance with regulatory requirements.
- Monitor and assess the impact of emerging regulations and cybersecurity trends, providing strategic advice to leadership.
- Collaborate with business stakeholders to align security and quality requirements with operational objectives.
- Coordinate awareness programs and training on information security, risk management, and compliance.
Qualifications & Profile:
- Strong background in governance, risk management, and compliance (GRC) within an ICT environment.
- Master’s degree from a European institution.
- Fluency in French or Dutch, with strong proficiency in English.
- Minimum of five years of experience in information security governance, risk management, IT audit, or compliance.
- Deep understanding of ISO 27001, ISO 9001, NIS/NIS2 Directive, NIST, and related cybersecurity and quality frameworks.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a risk-based approach.
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to translate complex security and compliance concepts into business-friendly language.
- Proactive mindset with the ability to work autonomously while collaborating with various teams.
Work Environment:
- Strategic, non-technical cybersecurity role focused on policies, governance, risk, and compliance.
- Close collaboration with business and security teams, with a high level of autonomy in organizing work.
- Supportive and flexible work environment with growth opportunities.
What’s Offered:
- Full-time senior position based in two Belgian locations in Brussels area (easily accessible by train).
- High level of autonomy and strategic decision-making responsibility.
- Training and career development opportunities.
- Attractive salary package with a performance-based bonus.
- Company car.
- Comprehensive benefits package, including multiple group insurances and other extra-legal advantages.
