ISO 27001 Compliance Specialist (F/M/X)

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Company Description

Veolia BeLux is a subsidiary of the international Veolia group, providing essential services to citizens and businesses in the areas of water, waste, and energy. We are true environmental enthusiasts.

Do you enjoy working in a good atmosphere and feel that what you do is important? Make a difference with Veolia for a cleaner planet! You will not only learn and grow, but you will also enjoy coming to work every day.

This job requires occasional travel and flexibility to work at all Veolia BeLux offices when needed, including locations such as Brussels, Turnhout, and/or Grâce-Hollogne !

Job Description

The ISO 27001 Compliance Specialist serves as the primary subject matter expert for all ISO 27001 related matters within the Benelux countries. The role is responsible for establishing, implementing, maintaining, and continually improving the Information Security Management System (ISMS) to ensure ongoing ISO 27001 certification for the Benelux IT department and industrial business units. Operating within the Infrastructure and Security team, the position supports a diverse environment including waste management, water treatment, and energy services, as well as related IT back office functions.

While the role-holder is the sole regional adviser initially, they are part of a supportive infrastructure and security team and can expect close cooperation with both local subject matter experts and our international ISO teams.

Key Responsibilities

·  Lead and coordinate the implementation and ongoing maintenance of the ISO 27001 compliant ISMS for the Benelux region
·  Identify gaps or absences in security controls and advise on their necessity in alignment with the ISO 27001 framework
·  Conduct regular internal audits and gap analyses to identify and address areas for improvement
·  Liaise with certification bodies and external auditors during assessment processes
·  Prepare and maintain documentation and evidence required for certification and surveillance audits
·  Develop and deliver ISO 27001 awareness training for staff across business functions
·  Monitor and report on compliance status to senior management and stakeholders
·  Coordinate remediation activities for identified non-conformities
·  Collaborate with IT, operational technology teams, and business units to support the implementation of appropriate security controls
·  Support risk assessment and treatment processes within the certification scope
·  Provide expert guidance on ISO 27001 requirements to project teams and stakeholders
·  Establish and track metrics to measure ISMS effectiveness

Qualifications

Required Qualifications

·  ISO 27001 Lead Implementer or Lead Auditor certification
·  Minimum 3 years of experience implementing or maintaining ISO 27001 certified environments
·  Demonstrable knowledge of information security frameworks and standards
·  Strong understanding of risk assessment methodologies and security control implementation
·  Experience conducting internal audits and preparing for certification assessments
·  Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Security, or related field (or equivalent professional experience)
·  Excellent documentation skills for creating and maintaining policies, procedures, and records

Preferred Qualifications

·  Experience in industrial environments, particularly waste management, water, or energy sectors
·  Awareness of operational technology (OT) security and industrial control systems
·  Knowledge of related standards such as ISO 22301, ISO 9001, or ISO 14001
·  Additional security certifications (CISSP, CISM, or similar)
·  Experience with governance, risk, and compliance (GRC) tools
·  Experience achieving initial ISO 27001 certification for an organisation

Core Competencies

·  Technical expertise in information security principles, practices, and technologies
·  Strong analytical skills to interpret requirements and translate them into practical actions
·  Effective communication skills for explaining technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders
·  Project management capabilities to coordinate certification activities across departments
·  Attention to detail, especially for documentation and evidence collection
·  Collaborative approach to working with cross-functional teams and external bodies
·  Problem-solving skills with a pragmatic focus on business-appropriate security controls
·  Self-motivation and the ability to work independently while supporting organisational goals

Additional Information

What will you get in return?

·  A challenging and varied role with responsibility
·  Training and development opportunities
·  An attractive salary package with extra-legal benefits
·  The opportunity to contribute to sustainable solutions for our customers and the environment

Who would you be working for?

Veolia BeLux is part of the international Veolia group, which provides essential services to citizens and companies in the field of water, waste and energy. We have a passion for the environment. We work together with numerous industries and local authorities to protect the planet and its natural resources. We do this, among other things, by treating wastewater, collecting and recycling waste, generating green energy, and making buildings more energy-efficient. In Belgium and Luxembourg, we employ almost 4,300 people, spread over 66 operational sites and 12 agencies. We offer a wide range of career opportunities, all in a pleasant and friendly atmosphere at all our locations.

At Veolia, we are proud to be recognized as an equal opportunity employer. In our company, age, origin, gender identity, religion, belief or sexual orientation, etc. play no role whatsoever. The only things that count are the experience, skills and passion of our colleagues! That is our strength and our wealth. That's why we encourage everyone to apply if they meet the minimum requirements for the position. Our goal? To provide all our employees with a respectful working environment. And that starts with the recruitment process itself.

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