Security Officer

TL;DR

Security Officer: Designing and running a measurable, risk-based security program that aligns with EU and US regulatory frameworks, while embedding Zero Trust principles into Microsoft and Okta environments. Focus on achieving ISO 27001 and NIS2 QM20 readiness and ensuring compliance across global operations in North America, Europe, and West Africa.

Location: Hybrid in Amsterdam, Netherlands, with an average of 3 days a week in the office.

Salary: €65,000–€89,000 per year, including holiday pay.

Company

hirify.global is an impact company committed to ending exploitation in cocoa, leading by example with ethical practices and tasty chocolate.

What you will do

• Design and run a risk-based security program aligned with EU and US regulations (NIS2, GDPR, NIST, ISO/IEC 27001:2022).
• Drive ISO 27001 and NIS2 QM20 readiness and certification within 12 months.
• Define a 3-year global (cyber)security roadmap integrating frameworks like ECSF and Cybersecurity Act schemes.
• Deploy Zero Trust principles across Microsoft 365/Azure and Okta environments, hardening endpoints and identities.
• Perform third-party risk and vendor security assessments.
• Create playbooks for cyber incidents and GDPR breaches, run cyber simulations, and align business continuity with ISO 22301.

Requirements

• Significant work experience in security, both online and offline, preferably with multi-region exposure (EU, UK, US).
• Proven ability to translate global (cyber)security developments into actionable business terms for stakeholders.
• Hands-on experience with NIST CSF 2.0 for structuring programs and ISO/IEC 27001 for ISMS assurance.
• Operationalize GDPR, implement NIS2 risk management, and stay ahead of evolving EU, UK, and US regulations.
• Deep knowledge of identity management, endpoint protection, and modern cloud security practices.
• Commitment to working in the Amsterdam office 2-3 days per week.

Nice to have

• Knowledge of and experience with Microsoft security environment and OKTA IAM.
• CISSP, CCISO or similar certification.

Culture & Benefits

• Opportunity to make a real impact globally and contribute to ethical practices in the chocolate industry.
• Training programs, regular feedback, coaching, and a generous L&D budget.
• Luxurious (vega) lunch, company bonus, minimum 28 holidays, and unlimited chocolate.
• Fast-paced "scaleup" environment focused on clarity and cohesion across diverse teams.

Hiring process

• Direct application (no agencies).
• Questions regarding salary expectations, notice period, and work visa sponsorship for Netherlands.
• Confirmation of commitment to working in the Amsterdam office for 2-3 days per week.