Job details
Information Security Generalistref: YC45973
Sector IT / Telecom
Type Full-time, Contract/Project
Location Netherlands - Amstelveen
Salary €0 - 0 / Neg
Benefit Bonus, Fully paid pension by the company, 26 days of annual leave, commuting allowance
An international healthcare product manufacturer based in Amstelveen has an exciting opportunity for an Information Security Generalist to join their international team.
In this role, you will be responsible for maintaining and improving information security in Europe as a member of the Information Security team.
Initially, you will support the Digital Marketing team on their digital transformation journey, including topics like GDPR, regulatory requirements, data protection, data migration and security protocols. You will be doing this by working closely with the Digital Architect, Data Analyst, and Manager Digital Marketing.
Your role as an Information Security Specialist will require some travel to European Offices.

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ELIGIBLE APPLICANTS: 
- (O) Eligible visa: Permanent residence, Spouse, Partner
- (X) NOT eligible: Student visa, Working holiday visa, Requiring visa sponsorship
WORK TYPE: Hybrid policy of 80/20 in favour of office-based work
VISA SUPPORT: No
BENEFITS: Bonus, Fully paid pension by the company, 26 days of annual leave, commuting allowance
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TYPE: Full-time role, initially 1 year contract (potential to be extended)
WORKING HOURS: 37.5 hours per week
SALARY: TBD
LOCATION: Amstelveen, The Netherlands (Hybrid working style)

Information Security Generalist Main Responsibilities:
• Responsible for centralized planning, development, and implementation of information management policies, as well as cybersecurity measures
• Provide incident response and work together with the team
• Monitor information related laws such as GDPR and AI law
• Help to prevent security incidents, and assess the implementation status, including system security review and diagnosis
• Develop and implement information security strategies and policies aligned with business objectives
• Localize their global rules and deploy them in European subsidiaries
• Conduct training sessions to ensure proper understanding and implementation of information security rules
• Conduct system security reviews and diagnostics to identify vulnerabilities and recommend remedial actions
• Collaborate with their Information Security team and Personal Data Protection Regulation (PDPR) team to provide incident response during emergencies

Information Security Generalist Ideal Candidate:
• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in Computer Science or Information Technology
• Professional certifications in information security, such as CISSP, CISM, or CEH, are preferred
• 3+ years of experience in information security, preferably in a multinational company
• Strong understanding of security technologies and tools, such as firewalls, intrusion detection systems, and encryption methods
• Hands-on experience analysing high volumes of logs, network data and other attack artifacts
• Experience with vulnerability scanning solutions
• In depth knowledge of MS 365 applications management
• Familiarity with regulatory requirements and frameworks related to information security, such as GDPR and ISO 27001
• Knowledge of IT/Security budget management
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to effectively collaborate with management and stakeholders
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities to identify and address security risks and vulnerabilities
• Solid verbal and written communication skills (fluency in English required), other languages desirable (Japanese, Dutch, French, or German)
• Proactive approach to high quality customer service delivery, through empathising, anticipating customer needs and exceeding customer expectations

** All applicants for Information Security Generalist must have the right to work in the Netherlands without any restrictions as the Company is not able to offer visa support.