Lead Cyber Security Officer

As Lead Cyber Security Officer within the Global Information Security Office (GISO), you will shape and govern the security architecture of a global, technology-driven organization. You will work across IT, OT, cloud, and enterprise environments, partnering closely with Cyber Defense, Cyber Risk Managers, and leaders across Enabling Functions to drive security maturity and embed security-by-design.

What will you be doing?

In this role, you will:

• Design and maintain enterprise and cloud security architectures.
• Define security reference architectures and ensure alignment with frameworks such as NIST, ISO 27k and IEC62443.
• Advise teams on secure solution design for hardware, software, and IT/OT systems.
• Shape and maintain technical security policies and the broader security framework.
• Represent Security Architecture & Design across stakeholder groups.
• Lead awareness and training efforts that strengthen our security culture.

Key focus areas

• Communities of Practice (CoPs): Establish and lead CoPs for HR, IT, Finance and Supply to support first-line ownership of security controls.
• Control implementation: Guide first-line teams in implementing, maintaining and improving security controls aligned with the IRM framework.
• Training & capability building: Define learning goals and partner with our Academy, HR and learning consultants to build tailored security learning paths.
• Security maturity roadmap: Maintain and refine the cyber security maturity roadmap with the CISO and Lead Cyber Risk Manager, translating maturity targets into actionable quarterly and yearly deliverables.
• Training & awareness portfolio: Coordinate all security training and awareness activities, ensuring compliance with legal and regulatory requirements.

What do we ask from you?

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Information Security, Engineering, or equivalent experience.
• 7–10+ years of senior security experience within large/global organizations.
• Expertise in:
  • Enterprise & cloud security architecture
  • IT/OT security
  • Security frameworks (ISO27k, NIST, IEC62443)
  • Network security, IAM, vulnerability management
  • Secure software development / DevSecOps
  • Regulatory compliance (GDPR, NIS2, CRA, etc.)
• Relevant certifications are highly valued.

Your strengths

• Excellent communicator able to simplify complex topics.
• Strong collaborator across technical and non-technical teams.
• Proven leadership in driving security initiatives and influencing stakeholders.
• Structured, analytical and comfortable in dynamic environments.
• High level of integrity and professional ethics.

What we offer

You will join a global, high-impact team dedicated to securing innovative technology solutions for a diverse customer base. You will influence security strategy, drive organizational security maturity, and work alongside experts in cyber defence and risk management.

We offer a position in an informal, international and professional working environment with a lot of scope for personal development.

This position offers a competitive salary range of € 7.000 to € 8.500 gross per month (excluding 8% holiday allowance).

On top of your fixed salary, you'll receive the following secondary benefits:​

• 40 vacation days (20 statutory days and a flexible budget worth 20 days).
• Flexible working hours.
• A hybrid workplace (40% working from home and 60% in the office)
• A Health & Wellbeing budget worth €300 per calendar year
• Commuting allowance, including full reimbursement of travel by public transport.
• Working from home allowance.
• Collective pension scheme and discount on additional health insurance
• On-site company health centres with a gym, physiotherapists and occupational therapists
• A variety in Vanderlande Network communities and initiatives

Contact

Are you interested in this position? Then apply now directly via our workday vacancy link with your resume and a short summary about your interest in this role.

For more information about the position, please contact Carlijn Kneepkens (Recruiter) at

PS: Due to process compliance, we cannot process email applications. Kindly use the correct vacancy link to apply for this vacancy.

Screening

Pre-employment screening (performed by Accuity) is part of our hiring process. Employment is subject to a successful check.

Diversity & Inclusion

Vanderlande is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. Qualified applicants will be considered without regards to race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, or disability status.