IT Programma manager (Data,Security, Cybersecurity)

Michael Page International (Netherlands); Utrecht; On-site; EUR 90,000 - 140,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible start

12-month contract

On-site in Utrecht

Job summary

Michael Page International (Netherlands) is seeking a senior Programme Manager to lead a Data Security & Cyber Transformation Programme in Utrecht. You will establish governance structures, coordinate Purview and SaaS governance workstreams, and engage with executive stakeholders across multinational teams.

You will manage risks, budgets, and timelines while coordinating vendors and implementation partners to deliver the programme over several years.

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years of programme or project management experience.
• Proven track record delivering cybersecurity, data protection, or digital transformation programmes.
• Strong knowledge of Microsoft Purview, Microsoft 365 Security & Compliance, and DLP.
• Experience working within multinational and matrix organisations.
• Excellent stakeholder management and executive communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage a multi-year Data Security & Cyber Transformation Programme.
• Establish governance structures, steering committees, and reporting frameworks.
• Coordinate Microsoft Purview, SaaS Governance, Data Discovery, and Cyber Awareness workstreams.
• Manage programme risks, dependencies, budgets, resources, and delivery timelines.
• Engage with executive stakeholders, business leaders, and technical teams.
• Coordinate external vendors including Microsoft, Zscaler, Beamy, and implementation partners.

Skills

Programme management

Cybersecurity governance

Microsoft Purview

Executive communication

Stakeholder management

Tools

Microsoft Purview

Microsoft 365 Security & Compliance

Data Loss Prevention (DLP)

Job description

• Lead a strategic cybersecurity transformation programme
• Drive Microsoft Purview, SaaS Governance & Data Security initiatives

About Our Client

Our client is a leading international organisation operating across multiple countries and business units. With a strong focus on digital transformation and information security, they are investing significantly in strengthening data protection, governance, compliance, and cyber resilience across the enterprise.

Job Description

• Lead and manage a multi-year Data Security & Cyber Transformation Programme
• Establish governance structures, steering committees, and reporting frameworks
• Coordinate Microsoft Purview, SaaS Governance, Data Discovery, and Cyber Awareness workstreams
• Manage programme risks, dependencies, budgets, resources, and delivery timelines
• Engage with executive stakeholders, business leaders, and technical teams
• Coordinate external vendors including Microsoft, Zscaler, Beamy, and implementation partners

The Successful Applicant

• Minimum 10 years of programme or project management experience
• Proven track record delivering cybersecurity, data protection, or digital transformation programmes
• Strong knowledge of Microsoft Purview, Microsoft 365 Security & Compliance, and DLP
• Experience working within multinational and matrix organisations
• Excellent stakeholder management and executive communication skills
• Strong leadership, planning, and problem-solving capabilities

What's on Offer

• Freelance
• Start: ASAP
• Hours: 32 - 40
• Duration expectation: 12 months
• Location: Utrecht