IT Compliance & Security Engineer (m/v) — Operations Team

We’re hiring a permanent Information Security Specialist (ISO/IEC 27001) to join and strengthen our growing team. You’ll design, maintain and continuously improve our information security programme, partnering closely with operations and a senior technical security expert to turn strategy into practical, impactful security controls.

• Manage the ISMS and ISO/IEC 27001 processes for BDO’s environment (~1,200 users, ~60 servers).
• Keep policies and procedures current, coordinating checks with suppliers, clients, and stakeholders.
• Oversee Annex A controls with internal teams (IT, Operations, Legal, HR, Risk Advisory).
• Draft and update documentation so systems remain compliant and integrated with daily operations.
• Prepare and support ISO audits; collect evidence, track findings, and ensure remediation.
• Conduct risk assessments, provide practical recommendations, and systematically record results.
• Meticulously document procedures, controls, evidence, agreements, and follow-ups.
• Collaborate closely with senior security staff to manage varied systems and integrations.
• Maintain deadlines, own tasks, and approach this role as an opportunity for growth.
• Support awareness campaigns and assist with stakeholder and management briefings.

• A Master’s degree in Management or Computer Science, or a related discipline is required.
• Minimum two years of relevant experience in a Compliance Officer or Compliance Engineer role. 
• Candidates must possess practical knowledge of ISO/IEC 27001 or NIS2.
• Excellent documentation skills are essential; candidates should be meticulous, punctual, and systematic in logging and reporting activities.
• A pragmatic, hands-on approach is expected, ensuring compliance requirements align with operational practices.
• Strong commitment to making and honouring clear agreements, with a well-developed sense of ownership, is required.
• Effective interpersonal skills and proven experience working collaboratively across functions are important.
• Native proficiency in either French or Dutch, plus solid working knowledge of the other two languages (Dutch, French and English).
• Security certifications such as CCISO or similar are a plus.
• Familiarity with risk assessment methodologies and basic audit preparation is desirable.

• Work within an ambitious and growing organisation with a clear vision.
• A content‑rich, hands‑on role where you help build a high‑quality ISMS tailored to daily operations.
• Space for professional autonomy, initiative and entrepreneurship.
• A team of engaged colleagues where collaboration is central; you will work in binôme with a senior technical security expert.
• A modern working environment with attention to flexibility.
• Collaboration in multidisciplinary teams with BDO specialists (tax, finance) and, for international matters, with other BDO offices worldwide.