Job Title: Head of Security / Chief Information Security Officer (CISO)
Location: Amsterdam, Netherlands Reports To: IT Director Employment Type: Full-time
Role Overview
We are seeking an experienced Head of Security / CISO to lead and strengthen our information security function for a Amsterdam-based financial services firm. This is a hands-on leadership role within a small but growing security team, offering the opportunity to define security processes and strategy while ensuring regulatory compliance.
Key Responsibilities
Lead the information security function during transition and beyond.
Develop, implement, and maintain a comprehensive information security strategy aligned with business objectives.
Manage audits, compliance initiatives, and internal control processes, ensuring alignment with financial services regulations.
Serve as the primary point of contact for all security-related matters with stakeholders and regulators.
Oversee outsourced monitoring and security service providers.
Ensure the security of Microsoft-based environments (Azure, M365, identity management, certificates).
Conduct investigations using logs and forensic techniques.
Define and continuously improve security processes appropriate for a small financial services company.
Required Skills & Experience
Hands-on Microsoft security expertise: Azure, M365, identity (SSO, certificates, Hello for Business).
Knowledge of audit, compliance, and regulatory frameworks applicable to financial services.
Experience analyzing Microsoft logs (Teams, Exchange, etc.) and conducting investigations.
Vendor management experience with security service providers.
Strong communication and stakeholder management skills; visible, pragmatic leadership style.
Ability to work autonomously in a small-team environment.
Relevant certifications preferred: CISSP, CISM, or equivalent.
Candidate Profile
Senior to Director-level Information Security Manager
Pragmatic, adaptable, and able to balance security frameworks with operational needs.
Local presence in the Netherlands; ideally already settled.
Outgoing, communicative, and comfortable engaging with stakeholders.
Experience in financial services is advantageous.
If you would like to find out more, then please apply and someone will respond within 72 hours.
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Under the supervision/direction of a Trading Standards Officer:
Deliver intelligence-led Trading Standards compliance programmes, utilising a range of preventative and enforcement options, including:
Providing advice and information to businesses on compliance with Trading Standards laws
Providing advice, information and assistance to vulnerable consumers
Examining/inspecting, sampling, testing of goods, services and procedures/practices
Researching and investigating traders/trade practices
Producing written reports, compiling evidential files, giving evidence in Court
Utilising innovative/alternative enforcement actions where appropriate
Comply with applicable statutory and organisational procedural requirements and best practice
Update service records and submit intelligence logs in a timely fashion, disseminate information and intelligence appropriately, ensure confidentiality and security of sensitive information
Work independently and/or collaboratively with a team and/or external partners
Develop and maintain up-to-date knowledge and skills in relevant areas of legislation and professional practice
Training:Full training will be provided for all aspects of this role, and you will also be able to take advantage of the extensive training course opportunities open to all Warwickshire County Council staff. The skills, knowledge and behaviours learned on the job will enable you to complete the Level 6 Trainee Trading Standards Officer, for which you will be given time to complete in your working hours and through training provided by CSA Services Ltd. The delivery of this apprenticeship is a mixture of work-based portfolio building, plus workshops with CSA Ltd (delivered online) and associated assignments to complete.Training Outcome:You will undertake the Level 6 Trading Standards Professional Apprenticeship and will have the opportunity to continue developing beyond your qualification through specific training.Employer Description:Warwickshire County Council is the local government authority for the county of Warwickshire, providing public services such as Social Care, Education, County Highways, Rural Services, Public Health, Fire and Rescue, plus much more. Since 2012 the Council has delivered a top class apprenticeship scheme, recruiting more than 380 apprentices, most of whom have been retained in further roles at the Council.Working Hours :Monday to Friday, general office hours e.g. 9am - 5pm.Skills: Communication skills,IT skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Problem solving skills,Presentation skills,Number skills,Analytical skills,Logical,Team working,Initiative,Non judgemental....Read more...
Provide IT support to teachers and administration staff in classrooms or offices, responding to IT support required by teachers in classroom when needed in liaison with the IT team.
Desktop & Application Support:
Connect, set up and check PCs and peripherals for normal operation
Perform routine maintenance tasks, including basic software packages installation and setting common options
Perform basic PC hardware repairs, upgrades and IT suite servicing in heavily used IT teaching areas
IT Administration:
Work closely with the Service desk officer to record, update and maintain all IT hardware assets within the school. Ensuring every device is security marked, numbered and then entered into the IT assets management tool
Health & Safety:
Carry out basic safety checks
Follow relevant H&S procedures and raise awareness among staff, pupils and other users
Personal IT development:
Have a keen and active interest in IT and related technology, also have a willingness to undertake technical training, this could be internal or external through a training partner
Conduct:
Ability to work with young people (students age ranges of 16 - 19 years), and maintain a professional attitude at all times
Communications:
Communicate on all IT issues with the Service desk officer and wider team to update on status and progress of IT support tasks allocated to you
Educational Awareness:
Attend and support staff training sessions to increase your personal understanding of how IT is used in specific contexts and subject areas
Training:
Information Communications Technician Level 3 Apprenticeship Standard
You will also receive full training and support from the Just IT Apprenticeship Team to increase your skills
Training Outcome:Potential full-time position for the right candidate after completion of the apprenticeship.Employer Description:We provide IT support services to a range of business across London, the UK and overseas.Working Hours :Monday - Friday, 9.00am - 6.00pm.Skills: Communication skills,IT skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Customer care skills,Problem solving skills,Presentation skills,Administrative skills,Number skills,Analytical skills,Logical,Team working,Creative,Initiative,Patience,Positive attitude,Motivated,Passion for ICT,Troubleshooting,Hardware and software....Read more...
