Cyber Security Expert

Senior Cyber Security Specialist IT & OT

What if your security expertise didnt just support systems but actively shaped how an organisation protects its most critical digital and operational assets

For one of our long-term clients were searching for a Senior Cyber Security Specialist to strengthen enterprise-wide security across both IT and OT domains. This is a high-impact role where youll work closely with technical teams leadership and security operations to reduce risk and elevate cyber maturity.

The role

Youll act as a key security partner across the organisation combining hands-on expertise with strategic influence.

Your responsibilities include:

• Working with internal stakeholders to roll out security controls and mitigations across IT and OT landscapes
  

• Handling vulnerabilities weaknesses and incidents escalated by the Security Operations Centre
  

• Performing security assessments and technical reviews for both new developments and existing platforms
  

• Coordinating and managing penetration testing activities for applications and infrastructure
  

• Advising project and architecture teams on secure technology choices and design principles
  

• Leading phishing simulations and contributing to security awareness initiatives
  

• Reviewing and validating firewall configurations and network security controls
  

• Providing security input to governance and decision-making at senior level

Requirements

Were looking for someone with a strong security foundation and the confidence to operate at both technical and organisational levels.

Ideally you bring:

• A masters degree in computer science IT or cybersecurity
  

• Extensive professional experience (10 years) including a solid background in information security
  

• Practical experience in security assessments testing or security operations
  

• Broad knowledge of cloud security network security and communication protocols
  

• A strong grasp of identity and access management (IAM) concepts and solutions
  

• Exposure to OT security environments or a clear motivation to deepen this expertise
  

• Relevant cybersecurity certifications (an advantage not a must)
  

• Strong communication skills and a collaborative mindset
  

• Excellent organisational abilities and attention to detail
  

• A pragmatic adaptable approach with a focus on results
  

• Fluency in English; knowledge of Dutch and/or French is highly beneficial
  

Benefits