cybersecurity specialist - one year contract

Description As an cybersecurity specialist, you will play a crucial role in shaping and executing the information security strategy. Your primary responsibility is to identify, assess, and drive mitigation of potential risks in our systems and processes to protect the organization’s data and systems.

You will also play a pivotal role in the security incident management process. You will collaborate closely with various stakeholders, including IT, to promote security awareness and implement effective strategies, reporting to the manager information security.

Department and Location Department: technology

Location: Netherlands, Voorschoten

Key Responsibilities

Develop, implement, and maintain security policies, standards, and procedures

Conduct risk assessments and drive the implementation of mitigation strategies

Manage the third‑party risk management program

Lead the response to security incidents, breaches, and disasters

Support with internal security consulting and tool maintenance

Ensure adherence to data protection laws and regulatory requirements

Provide advice on the implementation of technical security policies

Develop and deliver security awareness training for employees

Continually identify opportunities to reduce risk within the organization

Provide regular reporting on security metrics

Qualifications / Skills

Bachelor’s degree in information technology, computer science or a related field

Relevant working experience in Information Technology

Broad knowledge of information security technologies, techniques, and processes

Strong analytical skills with the ability to assess IT risks and propose effective solutions

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with fluency in English

Proactive mindset with a keen eye for detail and the ability to challenge the status quo

Upholds the highest ethical standards in all aspects of work

Experience in the hospitality industry is advantageous

Knowledge of security frameworks such as NIST and ISO 27001 would be beneficial

Industry certifications such as CISSP, CISM, CISA, CRISC etc. would be beneficial

What’s in it for you?

Personal and professional development opportunities and programs

Latest tech devices and all the tools you need to be successful in your role

Commuting travel costs covered (by car or public transport)

Pension and cycle‑to‑work scheme

Subsidized fresh daily lunches at our support office

Flexible public holidays

Employee assistance program

Varied team days and social events (from food trucks and quizzes at the office to parties on boats)

Spacious office in a historic building surrounded by gardens

Locations/Hours

Voorschoten Support Office. As of Q2 the role will move to our new Support Office in Leiden. Hybrid working is possible on average twice a week in the office, no fully remote. This is a full‑time role

This is a 12 months contract.

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