Cybersecurity Specialist

SIRE LIFE SCIENCES; Groningen; On-site; EUR 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

SIRE LIFE SCIENCES in Groningen is seeking a specialist to provide operational technology and cybersecurity support during a temporary backfill period. The role requires expertise to ensure continuity of operations, applying enterprise cybersecurity policies locally and coordinating with various stakeholders.

The ideal candidate will have strong knowledge of cybersecurity principles and experience in corporate environments with strict governance. Proficiency in English and Dutch is essential.

Qualifications

• Strong practical knowledge of cybersecurity principles and operational technology environments.
• Experience in large corporate organizations with strict governance.
• Ability to apply enterprise policies at the site level.

Responsibilities

• Act as the site level subject matter expert for operational technology and cybersecurity.
• Monitor and explain cybersecurity policies to local stakeholders.
• Perform inventory and qualification of operational technology assets.
• Support harmonization of site security operating model.

Skills

Knowledge of cybersecurity principles

Experience with operational technology environments

Strong communication skills

Job description

The Company

A global organization operating in a highly regulated industrial environment, with a strong focus on operational excellence, cybersecurity, and compliance. The company works within strict governance frameworks and supports complex site level operations across multiple regions.

Role Description

This role provides site level operational technology and cybersecurity support during a temporary backfill period. The specialist ensures continuity of cybersecurity operations while aligning local execution with established enterprise standards. The focus is on execution, coordination, and documentation rather than policy creation.

Responsibilities

• Act as the site level subject matter expert for operational technology and cybersecurity.
• Apply, monitor, and explain enterprise cybersecurity policies to local stakeholders.
• Perform inventory and qualification of operational technology assets.
• Review the existing site security operating model and support harmonization initiatives.
• Document site security roles, responsibilities, and governance in an audit‑ready format.
• Define and document procedures for the enterprise password management solution.
• Coordinate patching activities, maintenance planning, and operational impacts with IT.
• Collaborate with IT, OT, cybersecurity, quality, and corporate stakeholders.

Requirements

• Strong practical knowledge of cybersecurity principles and operational technology environments.
• Experience working in large corporate organizations with strict governance and audit requirements.
• Proven ability to apply enterprise policies at the site level.
• Experience with asset management and security governance documentation.
• Strong communication skills for both technical and non‑technical audiences.

Other Information

• Operates within a highly regulated corporate environment.
• Strong documentation and compliance focus.
• Full professional proficiency in English and Dutch required.