Nippon Express EMEA
IT Security Manager
Nippon Express EMEANetherlands17 hours ago
Full-timeInformation Technology
Take Command of Cybersecurity as Our IT Security Manager

Step into a high impact leadership role where your expertise shapes security across 80 sites in 20 countries throughout EMEA.

This isn't just another cybersecurity position, it's your chance to steer and enhance a resilient defense protecting our global digital ecosystem from ever evolving threats.

You'll own and evolve our Information Security Management System (ISMS), drive ISO 27001 compliance, and lead a dynamic, high performing security team, including outsourced SOC, MDR, and DFIR partners, all focused on safeguarding our operations and enabling business resilience.

Your Mission

  • Lead, mentor, and inspire the IT Security team, transforming complex challenges into clear, actionable solutions
  • Elevate our ISMS, policies, and security framework, ensuring we stay ahead of emerging threats and regulations
  • Own compliance with ISO 27001, ISAE 3402 Type II, and NIS2 and make it business friendly, not bureaucratic
  • Deliver impactful, data-driven security insights to executive leadership and board stakeholders
  • Collaborate cross functionally with auditors, vendors, and regional leaders to strengthen our security posture
  • Run proactive vulnerability management including penetration testing and risk assessments before attackers do
  • Lead decisive, fast, and calm incident responses to keep our networks and data secure
  • Oversee identity and access management, ensuring end-to-end protection of critical information assets
  • Own business continuity and disaster recovery strategies that don't just exist on paper, they work
  • Drive engaging security awareness programs that change behaviour and build a security first culture


Requirements


What You Bring

  • Bachelor's in Computer Science, Information Security, or related field
  • Recognized certifications such as CISM, CISSP, or equivalent
  • 7+ years of experience in IT security, including 3+ years in leadership roles
  • Deep technical knowledge across XDR, MDR, EDR, SIEM, NAC, IDS/IPS, SASE, and related tools
  • Proven expertise in incident response, threat management, and risk governance


Your Edge

  • Transformative leadership that inspires trust and drives results
  • Mastery of ISMS design, execution, and continuous improvement
  • Sharp analytical mind with creative problem-solving instincts
  • Confident communicator who makes complex security topics simple
  • Cool-headed under pressure with exceptional prioritization skills
  • Relentlessly detail-oriented with unwavering integrity


Benefits


Why This Role?

Global reach. Complex systems. Meaningful impact.

This is a rare opportunity to lead security at scale across countries, cultures, and cutting-edge technologies. You'll have the freedom mandate to lead, the authority support to innovate, and the platform to make a difference. The company will provide you with a competitive remuneration package and a pathway to progress in your professional development.

Step up. Secure the future. Apply now.

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