Senior IT Security Specialist

Daikin Industries; Leingarten; Hybrid; EUR 65.000 - 85.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

A leading multinational company is seeking a Senior IT Security Specialist to shape and execute its information security strategy. The position involves leading ISMS implementation, coordinating with security leaders, and providing mentorship. Candidates should have 5+ years of experience in information security, strong knowledge of ISO27001, and excellent communication skills in English. The role offers an extensive training program and a competitive salary with extra-legal benefits.

Leistungen

Open-ended contract

Extensive training program

Competitive salary

Remote work option (max. 2 days per week)

Qualifikationen

• Proven experience (5+ years) in information security.
• Strong knowledge of ISMS frameworks and compliance standards.
• Excellent communication skills in English.

Aufgaben

• Lead and support the implementation of the ISMS.
• Identify and report Information Security Risks.
• Coordinate security-related projects and awareness campaigns.

Kenntnisse

Information Security

Risk Management

ISO27001 Knowledge

GDPR Compliance

Stakeholder Management

Jobbeschreibung

Senior IT Security Specialist

Entity : Daikin Europe HQ Job Category : Information Technology Solutions Location :

Oostkamp, West Flanders, BE

Job Requisition ID : 2356

Location : DENV-Oostkamp Office (O-Forty Building)

Department : IT Planning – IT Risk, Security & Compliance

Reports to : Section Manager, IT Planning

About the Role

As a Senior Information Security Specialist, you will play a pivotal role in shaping and executing Daikin Europe’s Information Security strategy (Fusion30). You will work closely with the Information Security Manager and senior leadership to ensure that our systems, services, and data remain secure, resilient, and compliant with evolving regulatory frameworks such as ISO / IEC 27001 and NIS2.

This role is embedded in the IT Planning department and contributes directly to the development and operation of our Information Security Management System (ISMS). You will act as a subject matter expert and mentor to junior team members, while also coordinating with security leaders across more than 40 Daikin Group locations.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and support the implementation, operation, and continuous improvement of the ISMS.
• Identify, assess, and report Information Security Risks; define and prioritize mitigation strategies.
• Assist in architecting Information Security at Daikin EMEA.
• Coordinate and contribute to security-related projects & roadmap, including policy development, awareness campaigns, and incident response processes and practices.
• Serve as the primary security liaison for specific business domains or sites, ensuring local compliance with global security policies.
• Support internal and external audits, and contribute to certification readiness (e.g., ISO27001).
• Actively participate in the development of security governance.
• Provide coaching and guidance to junior Information Security Specialists and other stakeholders on security best practices by following latest trends in Information Security.

Required Qualifications

• Proven experience (5+ years) in information security, preferably in a multinational or regulated environment.
• Strong knowledge of ISMS frameworks, risk management, and compliance standards (ISO27001, NIS2, GDPR).
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills in English.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively across departments and geographies.
• Relevant certifications (e.g., CISSP, CISM, ISO27001 Lead Implementer) are a plus.

Why Join Us?

• Be part of a growing and strategically important security function.
• Influence the security posture of a global organization.
• Collaborate with a diverse and experienced team across EMEA.
• Contribute to meaningful projects that support Daikin’s digital transformation.

What’s In It For Me?

• An open-ended contract
• An extensive training program & team support from the start
• A competitive salary including a package of extra-legal benefits.
• Possibility to work (max.) 2 days per week from home.