Information Security Officer

Role Overview

We are seeking an experienced Security Officer / NIS2 Compliance Consultant to lead the implementation of our NIS2 compliance framework. This is a project-based role focused on assessing current capabilities, designing and implementing the required governance, processes, and controls, and preparing the organization for ongoing compliance.

The successful candidate will establish a practical and sustainable compliance model that can be transitioned to our internal security team, enabling them to maintain and manage compliance after project completion.

Key Responsibilities

• Assess current cybersecurity policies, controls, and governance against NIS2 Directive requirements.
• Identify compliance gaps and develop a clear remediation roadmap.
• Design and implement required security policies, procedures, and governance structures.
• Strengthen key areas including risk management, incident response, supplier security, business continuity, and reporting obligations.
• Create compliance documentation and audit-ready evidence.
• Support internal stakeholders in understanding roles and responsibilities under NIS2.
• Train and hand over operational ownership to existing security officers and relevant teams.
• Provide practical recommendations for long-term compliance sustainability.

Required Experience

• Proven experience delivering cybersecurity compliance projects, ideally involving NIS2 Directive, ISO/IEC 27001, or similar regulatory frameworks.
• Strong background in information security governance, risk management, and policy development.
• Experience conducting gap assessments and implementing remediation programs.
• Ability to engage both technical teams and senior leadership.
• Strong documentation and knowledge-transfer skills.

Success Criteria

• NIS2 compliance framework fully established and documented.
• Required controls and processes implemented.
• Internal security team trained and equipped to maintain compliance independently after project completion.