Are you a cybersecurity professional who thrives in a high-impact, cross-border environment?
We're hiring a Risk & Security Specialist to take full ownership of security governance, risk management, and compliance for a high-impact operational data exchange platform at the heart of Europe's energy infrastructure.
As a key member of the Service Delivery & Platform Security Team, you will drive security best practices across software development, operations, and stakeholder coordination. You'll be shaping and securing the digital backbone of a sector undergoing a historic transformation towards sustainability and interconnectedness.
Role
- Define and evolve platform-specific security policies and frameworks
- Embed security into every stage of the Software Development Lifecycle (SSDLC)
- Lead vulnerability assessments, threat modelling, penetration testing, and annual audits
- Act as the primary security liaison with internal teams and external partners
- Coordinate with product owners and development teams to assess and mitigate security risks
- Support architectural reviews and advise on secure design principles
- Deliver security training to internal teams and enforce secure coding practices
- Manage compliance with ISO 27001:2022 and other relevant standards
- Contribute to broader organizational maturity in information security
Profile
- 5+ years in IT security or cybersecurity within critical systems or infrastructure environments
- Degree in IT, OT, Cybersecurity, or equivalent professional experience
- Certifications: CISSP, CISM, OSCP, or CEH are highly valued
- Strong understanding of ISO 27001:2022, ISO 27002, and ISMS frameworks
- Hands-on knowledge of:
- ▸ Network & endpoint security
- ▸ Cryptography & secure communication protocols
- ▸ Access control models & authentication mechanisms
- ▸ Security monitoring (SIEM, IDS/IPS)
- Familiarity with Agile environments and tools like JIRA, SharePoint, Confluence
- Excellent communication skills in English (written and verbal)
- Self-starter with the ability to work independently and as part of a distributed, international team
Offer
Hybrid work model with regular collaboration days in the Brussels HQ.
Impactful, purpose-driven work that directly supports the transformation of the European energy system.
A highly skilled, multicultural, and mission-aligned team environment.
Occasional international travel (approx. 1-2 days/month) for stakeholder engagement
