Chief Information Security Officer (CISO)

Job Description

Company: ITProposal

Location: Belgique, US

Chief Information Security Officer (CISO)

Location: Brussels (Hybrid)

Seniority: Senior / Expert

Mission

We are seeking an experienced Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) to lead and strengthen the organization’s cybersecurity, information security governance, and IT resilience. The CISO will define and drive the security strategy, ensure compliance with regulatory requirements such as NIS2 and GDPR, and act as the key liaison between executive management, IT teams, data protection stakeholders, and government authorities.

Key Responsibilities

• Define, implement, and maintain the organization’s information security strategy and governance framework.

• Ensure compliance with cybersecurity regulations and standards, including NIS2 and GDPR.

• Conduct and coordinate security audits, assessments, and compliance reviews.

• Develop, maintain, and monitor security policies, procedures, and risk management frameworks.

• Identify, assess, and report cybersecurity risks to executive management.

• Lead the response to security incidents and coordinate communication with stakeholders and authorities.

• Promote cybersecurity awareness and strengthen the organization’s security culture.

• Oversee security controls, monitoring activities, and periodic security reviews.

• Advise leadership on cybersecurity risks, resilience, and business impact.

• Serve as the primary point of contact for cybersecurity matters with external authorities and regulatory bodies.

Required Skills & Experience

• Minimum 10 years of experience in enterprise IT, including at least 5 years in information security or cybersecurity leadership roles.

• Strong knowledge of cybersecurity technologies and controls, including:

• Firewalls

• Endpoint protection and antivirus solutions

• Encryption and cryptography

• Identity and Access Management (IAM)

• Solid understanding of enterprise IT infrastructure, including:

• Microsoft Entra ID

• Client-server architectures

• Network technologies

• Access management and authentication systems

• Proven experience in cybersecurity governance, risk management, and compliance.

• Strong knowledge of NIS2, GDPR, and international information security standards.

• Ability to translate technical risks into business impact and executive-level recommendations.

• Experience managing security incidents, audits, and regulatory interactions.

Preferred Certifications

• CISSP

• CISM

• CISA

• ISO 27001

• ISO 27005

Education

• Master’s degree in Computer Science, Information Security, Engineering, or a related field.

Languages

• French: Native proficiency

• Dutch: Professional working knowledge

• English: Professional working knowledge

Work Arrangement

• Hybrid working model

• Brussels region

Ideal Profile

A strategic and hands‑on cybersecurity leader with strong expertise in governance, risk management, regulatory compliance, and security operations, capable of guiding executive decision‑making while ensuring the protection and resilience of critical information systems.

Source: JobLeads