Information Security Governance & Compliance Officer

Help strengthen cyber resilience across at Vanderlande Industries!

Do you enjoy turning security policies into practical actions that make a real difference? Are you passionate about helping teams work securely while enabling innovation and business growth?

At Vanderlande, we are looking for an Information Security Governance & Compliance Officer who will play a key role in strengthening our internal cybersecurity posture. In this position, you will help ensure that our IT organization operates in line with security policies, regulatory requirements, and industry best practices, while supporting teams in embedding security into their daily way of working.

This is an excellent opportunity for a security professional who combines governance expertise with a collaborative mindset and enjoys working with stakeholders across an international organization.

What will you be doing?

As an Information Security Governance & Compliance Officer, you will be part of the 1st Line Security function and act as the link between security governance and operational IT teams. You will support the adoption of security standards, monitor compliance, and drive continuous improvement across our IT landscape.

You will work closely with Product Owners, architects, technical specialists, and other stakeholders to ensure security requirements are understood, implemented, and consistently maintained.

Your responsibilities

• Translate information security policies, governance requirements, and regulatory obligations into practical and sustainable operational processes.
• Support IT and product teams in implementing and maintaining security controls within their daily activities.
• Build awareness of security requirements and provide guidance to teams on governance and compliance topics.
• Monitor compliance with established security controls, identify improvement opportunities, and support remediation activities.
• Coordinate and maintain audit evidence and documentation required for internal and external assessments.
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of security governance processes, control frameworks, and compliance practices.

What do we ask from you?

You bring a combination of information security expertise, stakeholder management skills, and a structured approach to governance and compliance.

Qualifications and experience

• Bachelor's degree in Information Security, Computer Science, Information Management, Business IT, or a related discipline, or equivalent professional experience.
• Approximately 5–7 years of experience in information security governance, IT compliance, risk management, audit, or a related field.
• Practical experience working with security and control frameworks such as ISO 27001, NIST, or similar standards.
• Experience supporting internal and external audits, including evidence collection and control validation.
• Experience collaborating with technical and business stakeholders to integrate security controls into operational processes.
• Professional certifications such as CISSP, CGRC, CISM, Security+, or equivalent are considered an advantage.

Skills and competencies

• Ability to translate governance requirements into clear and actionable guidance.
• Strong communication and influencing skills, with the ability to engage stakeholders at different levels of the organization.
• Analytical and detail-oriented, with a structured and process-focused approach.
• Comfortable working with documentation, audit tooling, and compliance reporting.
• Self-motivated, proactive, and able to work independently while collaborating effectively with others.
• Fluent in English. Knowledge of Dutch is beneficial, or you are willing to further develop your Dutch language skills.

About the team

You will join the Enterprise Architecture & Governance team within Vanderlande ICT. This multidisciplinary team plays a strategic role in areas such as Cyber Security, Enterprise Architecture, Data & Analytics, and IT Asset Management.

Together, we support the development of secure, scalable, and future-ready technology solutions across the organization. The team combines deep expertise with a collaborative culture, providing opportunities to learn, contribute, and grow professionally.

About Vanderlande

Vanderlande builds automated systems for airports and parcel logistics — managing baggage from check-in to reclaim, and sorting parcels across some of the world's largest delivery networks.

What we offer

In this challenging and responsible position, you will have the opportunity to contribute to industry-leading technology and security initiatives while working alongside dedicated colleagues and customers worldwide. We offer an international, professional, and collaborative environment where personal development and continuous learning are encouraged.

In addition, you will receive:

• 40 vacation days (20 statutory days and a flexible budget worth 20 days).
• Flexible working hours.
• A hybrid workplace (40% working from home and 60% in the office).
• A Health & Wellbeing budget of €300 per calendar year.
• Commuting allowance, including full reimbursement of public transport travel.
• Working from home allowance.
• Collective pension scheme and discounts on additional health insurance.
• Access to on-site health centres with fitness facilities, physiotherapists, and occupational health support.
• Vanderlande Academy and extensive learning opportunities.
• Access to various employee communities and networking initiatives.
• An excellent company restaurant and coffee bar with barista.

Background Screening

For this position, a background screening may be conducted. This may include verification of identity, qualifications, employment history, and other relevant checks in accordance with local legislation, company policies, and applicable regulations.