About AkzoNobel
Since 1792 weve been supplying the innovative paints and coatings that help to color peoples lives and protect what matters most. Our world class portfolio of brands including Dulux International Sikkens and Interpon is trusted by customers around the globe. Were active in more than 150 countries and use our expertise to sustain and enhance the fabric of everyday life. Because we believe every surface is an opportunity. Its what youd expect from a pioneering and long-established paints company thats dedicated to providing sustainable solutions and preserving the best of what we have today while creating an even better tomorrow. Lets paint the future together.
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2024 Akzo Nobel N.V. All rights reserved.
About the role
AkzoNobel is seeking an Information Security Specialist to strengthen our cyber resilience by ensuring IT projects M&A integrations and operational activities meet our security standards. Youll play a key role in identifying risks early and validating controls before systems go live.
Key responsibilities
- Execute security readiness assessments using standardized tools and methodologies.
- Perform technical security reviews during IT project and M&A design phases.
- Coordinate and validate pre-production security checks including vulnerability assessments and configuration reviews.
- Document findings track remediation progress and report to key stakeholders.
- Support IT and OT security assessments aligned with NIS2 CIS Controls and ISO 27001.
- Conduct vendor and third-party security evaluations during M&A and procurement.
- Collaborate with IT operations and architecture teams to address identified security gaps.
- Provide support for non-project activities including incident response and infrastructure changes.
Job requirements
- Bachelors degree in Information Security Computer Science IT or equivalent experience.
- Experience in cybersecurity or IT security operations.
- Strong technical knowledge of IT infrastructure cloud and application security.
- Experience with vulnerability management tools and security assessment techniques.
- Familiarity with standards such as NIS2 CIS Controls ISO 27001 and OWASP.
- Understanding of IT project lifecycles and change management.
- Strong analytical and communication skills.
- Security certifications (e.g. Security SSCP CEH) are a plus.
What we offer
- Competitive salary.
- Yearly bonus Additional Operational Bonus.
- Comprehensive medical coverage through Lux Med including a dental package.
- Access to modern work tools and office space.
- Learning Cafeteria including access to Linkedin Learning.
- Flexibility to work in a hybrid model.
- Possibility to acquire professional certifications such as Lean Six Sigma belt.
At AkzoNobel we are highly committed to ensuring an inclusive and respectful workplace where all employees can be their best self. We strive to embrace diversity in a context of tolerance. Our talent acquisition process plays an integral part in this journey as setting the foundations for a diverse environment. For this reason we train and educate on the implications of our Unconscious Bias in order for our TA and hiring managers to be mindful of them and take corrective actions when our organization all qualified applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin age or disability.
Requisition ID:48303
Required Experience:
IC
About AkzoNobelSince 1792 weve been supplying the innovative paints and coatings that help to color peoples lives and protect what matters most. Our world class portfolio of brands including Dulux International Sikkens and Interpon is trusted by customers around the globe. Were active in more than...
About AkzoNobel
Since 1792 weve been supplying the innovative paints and coatings that help to color peoples lives and protect what matters most. Our world class portfolio of brands including Dulux International Sikkens and Interpon is trusted by customers around the globe. Were active in more than 150 countries and use our expertise to sustain and enhance the fabric of everyday life. Because we believe every surface is an opportunity. Its what youd expect from a pioneering and long-established paints company thats dedicated to providing sustainable solutions and preserving the best of what we have today while creating an even better tomorrow. Lets paint the future together.
For more information please visit
2024 Akzo Nobel N.V. All rights reserved.
About the role
AkzoNobel is seeking an Information Security Specialist to strengthen our cyber resilience by ensuring IT projects M&A integrations and operational activities meet our security standards. Youll play a key role in identifying risks early and validating controls before systems go live.
Key responsibilities
- Execute security readiness assessments using standardized tools and methodologies.
- Perform technical security reviews during IT project and M&A design phases.
- Coordinate and validate pre-production security checks including vulnerability assessments and configuration reviews.
- Document findings track remediation progress and report to key stakeholders.
- Support IT and OT security assessments aligned with NIS2 CIS Controls and ISO 27001.
- Conduct vendor and third-party security evaluations during M&A and procurement.
- Collaborate with IT operations and architecture teams to address identified security gaps.
- Provide support for non-project activities including incident response and infrastructure changes.
Job requirements
- Bachelors degree in Information Security Computer Science IT or equivalent experience.
- Experience in cybersecurity or IT security operations.
- Strong technical knowledge of IT infrastructure cloud and application security.
- Experience with vulnerability management tools and security assessment techniques.
- Familiarity with standards such as NIS2 CIS Controls ISO 27001 and OWASP.
- Understanding of IT project lifecycles and change management.
- Strong analytical and communication skills.
- Security certifications (e.g. Security SSCP CEH) are a plus.
What we offer
- Competitive salary.
- Yearly bonus Additional Operational Bonus.
- Comprehensive medical coverage through Lux Med including a dental package.
- Access to modern work tools and office space.
- Learning Cafeteria including access to Linkedin Learning.
- Flexibility to work in a hybrid model.
- Possibility to acquire professional certifications such as Lean Six Sigma belt.
At AkzoNobel we are highly committed to ensuring an inclusive and respectful workplace where all employees can be their best self. We strive to embrace diversity in a context of tolerance. Our talent acquisition process plays an integral part in this journey as setting the foundations for a diverse environment. For this reason we train and educate on the implications of our Unconscious Bias in order for our TA and hiring managers to be mindful of them and take corrective actions when our organization all qualified applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin age or disability.
Requisition ID:48303
Required Experience:
IC
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