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Information Security Officer

Information Security Officer

Ep NlMiddelburg, Mpumalanga, South Africa
2 days ago
Job description

Information Security Officer

We are looking for a candidate with a completed bachelors or masters degree in IT Cybersecurity or related field to join our IT department!

Fulltime Middelburg

Do you have at least 3 years of experience in information security preferably in a regulated environment? With us you can earn a gross monthly salary of up to 7190 gross a month.

About the Role

EP NL is entering an exciting phase where information security is at the heart of our coming years. We must achieve and maintain compliance with key EU regulations such as NIS2, CER, Netcode and the AI Act while ensuring full ISO 27001 certification. At the same time we are committed to continuously improving our security posture and ensuring our measures and tooling remain effective and future‑proof.

As ISO you are part of Security Risk & Compliance. This role you primarily focus on the tactical and operational aspects of information security and support the CISO in achieving the goals set for Information Security Risk and Compliance.

Your Impact

As ISO you will :

  • Support the CISO to drive security operations and governance to ensure compliance and resilience.
  • Collaborate closely with the CISO to ensure alignment between strategic security policies and operational execution.
  • Implement security improvements that protect our business and enable growth.

Key Responsibilities

  • Risk Management : Participate in risk analyses and periodic security assessments to identify vulnerabilities and enhance our security posture.
  • Policy & Governance : Support the CISO in drafting, updating and maintaining information security policies and procedures aligned with ISO 27001 and EU regulations.
  • Incident Response : Support the handling of security incidents and events by helping develop and implement response plans to ensure timely recovery from breaches.
  • Audit & Compliance : Support internal and external audits to ensure preparedness and accurate documentation.
  • Awareness & Training : Maintain and conduct security awareness training programs and phishing tests to educate employees on best practices.
  • Threat Intelligence : Monitor emerging threats and trends, providing actionable insights and recommendations.
  • Access Management : Oversee access controls and monitor / review user activity across critical systems.
  • Reporting : Prepare clear and concise reports on KPIs, security status, and improvement actions for management.
  • Security Projects : Participate in security-related projects and drive continuous improvement efforts.
  • Third‑Party Risk : Support the CISO in assessing suppliers and partners for compliance with security requirements and contractual obligations.
  • Testing & Validation : Support penetration testing and vulnerability assessments, ensuring timely remediation.

    • Education / Work and Thinking Level

    Bachelors or Masters degree in IT Cybersecurity or a related discipline.

    Minimum 3 years of experience in information security ideally within a regulated or compliance‑driven environment.

    Experience and Skills

  • Strong knowledge of security frameworks (ISO 27001, NIST, CIS Controls).
  • Experience with risk management, incident response and audit processes.
  • Excellent communication skills in Dutch (English is a plus).
  • Proactive, analytical and able to balance compliance with business needs.
  • Comfortable in taking initiative and assuming ownership when required.

    • Why Join EP NL

  • Impact : Play a key role in shaping our security landscape and ensuring compliance with critical EU regulations.
  • Growth : Develop your leadership skills as deputy to the CISO and gain exposure to strategic security initiatives.
  • Culture : Join a collaborative, forward‑thinking team where security is a top priority.

    • What do we have to offer

    You will work in a dynamic and collegial environment that offers plenty of opportunities for personal and professional development. Besides the space to develop yourself we also offer a comprehensive and attractive benefits package including :

  • A gross monthly salary ranging from 5421 to 7190 gross per month; scale depends on education and experience.
  • Individual budget of 17%.
  • Discounts on health insurance.
  • Good pension scheme.
  • Travel allowance.

    • The place of employment is Middelburg.

    More Information

    If you would like more information about the position please contact Erwin de Kam, Cyber Information Security Officer, 06‑.

    Interested

    If you are interested in this vacancy please send your cover letter together with your CV.

    Join our team! Wil jij onze organisatie komen versterken? Dan horen we graag meer over jou!

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