Information Security Officer

Purpose of the RoleOur client, a leading global brand, is establishing a new Information Security function at their headquarters to roll out a unified governance framework across its European subsidiaries.We are seeking an Information Security Officer to serve as the regional expert on data security, regulatory compliance, and privacy. Supported by global HQ and an external consulting partner, you will translate corporate frameworks into practical, consistent implementation across multiple entities.Main ResponsibilitiesFramework & Risk: Maintain and improve the regional information security and risk management frameworks.Regulatory Compliance: Operationalize requirements for NIS2, GDPR, and the AI Act from a security perspective.Incident Response: Lead or support response and mitigation for security incidents and data breaches.Vendor & Audit Management: Evaluate vendor security postures, coordinate internal/external audits, and handle customer/regulatory security inquiries.Security Culture: Deliver information security awareness training across European subsidiaries.Experience & Industry FitExperience: 3+ years in information security/data protection within a multinational environment.Target Industries: FMCG, manufacturing, production, logistics, or consumer electronics. (Profiles exclusively from Banking or Insurance are not a match for these operational needs).Education: Bachelor’s degree in IT, Computer Science, or a related field.Skills & QualificationsFrameworks: Strong knowledge of ISO27001 and NIS2; familiarity with GDPR, AI Act, NIST, and CIS.Core Skills: Strong policy-drafting, documentation, and advisory capabilities.Soft Skills: Excellent English communication and high intercultural awareness.Certifications: CISSP, CISM, or CEH are a distinct advantage.Culture & Working StyleSafety & Control: Compliance and structured, methodical work come first.Reliability: Long-term consistency is prioritized over rapid experimentation.Alignment: Collaborative teamwork with the flexibility to innovate within corporate strategy boundaries.Why Join?This is a unique opportunity to build a mature, future-proof data security landscape from the ground up for a highly respected global brand, working within a stable, structured, and collaborative international team.Comp and BenefitsUp to 95000 EUR OTE per year (OTE consists of holiday allowance and and a performance bonus roughly equivalent to a month's salary. Salary and holiday allowance is roughly 88000 EUR per year)We usually start with a 7-month contract with a 1-month trial period. Option to extend (intention), a permanent contract is possible, but no guaranteeFull-time is 37.5 hours per weekPension without contributions26 vacation daysLoyalty days: 1 extra vacation day per year in the first 5 years (so 26 increases to 31)In addition to standard holidays, also off on Good Friday and May 5, and half days on December 24 and 31Seniority days starting from age 40Discount on additional health insurance for the candidate and family (available from January)Free parking at Q-park garage 5 minutes walk awayTravel allowance €0.23 per kmWork-from-home allowance €2.40 per dayInternet allowance €35 net per monthOV Business card (work-related only)20% discount on camera purchases (3 weeks free loan option)Lease bike (available with a permanent contract)Please note: This is a full-time employment position. Our client is unable to consider B2B contractors or freelancers for this role. Thank you!