Senior Information Security Officer

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the world around us

We live in extraordinary times. Technology, society, the job market - they’re all rapidly advancing, and opening up previously unimagined opportunities. With innovation driving the world of work even faster, many of us are left wondering: how can I find a job that works for me?

people at the heart of everything we do

Working at Randstad is unlike working at any organization. Because at Randstad we put people at the heart of everything we do. This goes for our clients, our talent, our employees and society. We combine our passion for people with the power of today’s technologies. This helps us support people and organizations in realizing their true potential. We call this human forward.
Learn more about our mission, history and values on our website: www.randstad.com

Are you our new colleague? We’re looking for a

Senior Information Security Officer

how you will contribute

As a Senior Information Security officer you will be part of the transformation management team. This team is responsible for enabling the Global Randstad CISO Office to effectively drive security in Randstad at large. Supporting communication, monitoring and execution of global transformation plans set out in its data protection & information security strategy.

The key objectives for transformation management are
● Develop and maintain a short, mid and long term view for security posture improvement efforts for Randstad, in line with the business needs and the related threats
● Define and drive corrective measures small and large, to ensure Randstad’s alignment with information security policy and plans
● Monitor alignment with the data protection & information security strategy and plans, and prepare and in certain circumstances communicate updates to c-level, senior management and other stakeholders across the group in collaboration with the Global CISO.

what you will be doing

● Develop an understanding of business goals and reframe risk discussions in business terms
● Communicate and educate stakeholders on cybersecurity-related matters to align on requirements for the strategic initiatives
● Work with OpCos, IT functions and other stakeholders to implement Randstad’s information security strategy
● Drive continuous improvement in governance and ways of working in lock step with the larger Randstad organization

who you will work with

Transformation management ensures effective global alignment. You will work closely with colleagues in our own functions, but also with legal, compliance, risk, audit, architects and IT delivery colleagues in Global IT and the OpCos to organize Randstad’s capability to effectively respond to any threats to Randstad.
As member of the Global Transformation management team, you will be reporting directly to the Global CISO.

role related competencies

● Able to prepare concise reports and presentations for senior management, including C-level
● 10+ years experience in Cyber Security and IT combined Risk and Audit functions of which at least 5 years within an global ‘international’ organization
● Proven practical knowledge of industry best practices from organizations such as International Standards Organization (ISO), Center for Internet Security (CIS) or National Institute of Standards (NIST)

general competencies

● Good command of the English language
● Excellent analytical skills
● Ability to operate in a matrix organization
● Self-starting and self-supporting
● Ability to manage a team without direct reporting lines
● Hands-on
● Service-oriented
● Likes to work in an international environment with different cultures
● Willing and able to travel
● Good communication skills
● Enthusiastic and pragmatic, result driven
● Proficiency in other languages (helpful but not essential)

what’s in it for you

We put people at the heart of everything we do. Our employment conditions reflect this;
● competitive salary
● an additional flexible benefit budget
● attractive bonus scheme
● option to take part in Randstad's success through our employee Share Purchase Plan
● option to go on a sabbatical leave or buy extra holidays
● flexible working hours in the office or hybrid
● attractive mobility arrangements
● opportunity to give back to local communities through paid volunteering leave
● a generous budget to set up your home office space and a net internet allowance
● growth and development opportunities in a fast changing global environment
● working with great people and being part of a network where everyone wants you to succeed
● an environment where differences are understood, valued and celebrated

We want our teams and talent to reflect the rich diversity of the societies we serve. We thrive for an environment of belonging, safety and confidence. So everyone can bring their whole selves to work and flourish. Learn more about equity, diversity, inclusion and belonging at randstad here.
If you recognize yourself in the profile above, we invite you to apply for this role. For more information you can reach out to our recruitment business partner Jana van Soest.
The recruitment procedure consists of a screening and at least two interviews. Later in theprocess, an (online) assessment and a job offer conversation take place.