Data Security Officer

As a (Data) Security Officer at Alliander, you are the strategic expert who elevates digital security and privacy to the next level. You translate complex security challenges into clear frameworks and practical solutions that safeguard the energy network of the future.

The energy transition is impossible without you as (Data) Security Officer

As a (Data) Security Officer within System Operations, you are the expert advising on digital security and privacy matters at tactical and strategic levels. You’ll be working on:

• Advising on cybersecurity, information security, and IT/OT risk management.
• Developing a clear security vision and translating it into frameworks and guidelines.
• Ensuring compliance with laws and regulations, including GDPR.
• Guiding multidisciplinary teams in implementing security best practices.
• Coordinating audits, incident response, and compliance reporting to regulators.

You make the grid more complete at Alliander

Within System Operations, you’ll work alongside ambitious, internationally oriented colleagues to develop an autonomous, safe, and resilient energy system. In the Change Team, you’ll help optimize and innovate processes, systems, and collaboration. You are the driving force behind digital security and privacy in this transformation.

You make the grid more energetic

You know how to translate complex security challenges into practical solutions. Will you contribute with your expertise and strategic mindset? And complement that with:

• A minimum of HBO+/WO level of education and 5–7 years of relevant experience in cybersecurity, information security, and IT/OT risk management.
• A background in Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related field.
• Certifications such as SABSA, CISSP and knowledge of ISO 27001/2/19 and NIST standards.
• Knowledge of privacy legislation and experience with compliance and audits.
• Ability to advise independently and engage with stakeholders at all levels.
• Fluency in English, given the international nature of the organization.

Customer focus comes naturally to you. You understand that everything we do ultimately impacts our customers—and you act accordingly.

Better arranged for you

• A gross monthly salary ranging from € 5.310,- to € 7.585,- (scale 10).
• An annual Individual Choice Budget (IKB) of 18% (full-time) or 12.8% (part-time) of your gross annual salary. This includes 8% holiday allowance. You can choose to have this amount paid out, or use it to purchase additional leave days.
• 24.5 vacation days per year, which you can easily supplement using your IKB.
• A year-end bonus in December of 6% of your annual salary.
• An annual Sustainable Employability (DI) budget of €700.