Security Consultant (ISO 27001 auditor )

EY; Amsterdam; On-site; EUR 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary based on experience

Holiday allowance and annual bonus

Company laptop and phone

25 vacation days

Mobility budget for travel

Solid pension plan

Hybrid working support

Training and courses for growth

Access to wellbeing platform

Strong focus on teamwork and social activities

Job summary

At EY in Amsterdam, we're seeking a Consultant to assist clients with Cybersecurity and Privacy/GDPR compliance. This role involves conducting certification audits, workshops, and supporting business development, with international travel opportunities.

Ideal candidates will have over 3 years of auditing experience, relevant academic qualifications, and strong knowledge of cybersecurity standards. Enjoy a competitive salary, holiday allowance, and flexible hybrid working arrangements to support a healthy work-life balance.

Qualifications

• More than 3 years of auditing experience as a lead auditor in ISO 27001.
• Relevant academic qualifications in Computer Science, IT Auditing, Information Systems, or Privacy Law.
• Ability to critically review and implement security policies.

Responsibilities

• Perform certification audits for security and privacy-related controls.
• Conduct workshops and training sessions on relevant topics.
• Support business development while balancing auditing and traveling.

Skills

Auditing experience as a lead auditor in ISO 27001

Relevant Bachelor's and/or Master’s degree

Advanced knowledge of IT general controls

Ability to review security policies and procedures

Good understanding of cybersecurity standards

Entrepreneurial and problem-solving mindset

Strong command of English; proficiency in Dutch, German, and French

Education

Bachelor's and/or Master’s in Computer Science, IT Auditing, Information Systems, and/or Privacy Law

Job description

At EY, we’re all in to shape your future with confidence. We’ll help you succeed in a globally connected powerhouse of diverse teams and take your career wherever you want it to go.

At EY, you can be sure that you’re making a difference – for your client, for society, for your colleagues and for your own development. You’ll have the freedom to work in a way that fits your life. Whether you choose to specialize, broaden your expertise or grow into leadership, you’re in the driver’s seat. Together with ambitious colleagues in an open and trusted culture, you aim for the best every day. Big on opportunity, friendly in collaboration. EY provides the resources you need to shape your career and make an impact in your field.

Your new job | About your main responsibilities

Our clients are under constant pressure from their customers and stakeholders to demonstrate compliance with Cybersecurity and Privacy/GDPR standards and that’s where EY Attestations and Certification assists them via certification services. The team is expanding its certification and implementation services on management systems for a broad range of standards. As a consultant, you will be performing certification audits for security and privacy‑related controls for our clients, conducting workshops and training sessions on related topics.

A role where no two days are the same – you’ll take on plenty of new responsibilities as you go. You’ll work alongside clients and colleagues, balancing your time between auditing, traveling, providing workshops and supporting business development. Since the position is for a global team, there are many international travel opportunities (30‑60%).

Your new team | About your colleagues and the office

Within the Technology Risk department, we focus on analyzing IT systems, processes, and cybersecurity. Our focus area is both the business and the IT and financial side of large organizations. We help make IT‑risks transparent and manageable, supporting the financial statement audit with financial auditors at clients in various sectors.

Your office in Amsterdam

Our Amsterdam office is located at the Zuidas, a bustling area full of companies. In our Cross Towers, we welcome up to 1,500 people every day. For a breathtaking view of the city, head to the 22nd floor. Collaboration takes on a new meaning in our Wavespace, a high‑tech environment that connects clients and colleagues virtually across the globe.

Your skills and strengths | About your unique contribution

• More than 3 years of auditing experience as a lead auditor in ISO 27001
• Relevant Bachelor's and/or Master’s degree in Computer Science, IT Auditing, Information Systems, and/or Privacy Law
• Advanced knowledge of IT general controls (security, change management, disaster backup recovery, datacenter, infrastructure, etc.), IT governance processes (ITIL)
• Ability to critically review security policies and procedures, design and implement security policies, procedures, standards and controls in line with regulation and/or current standards (ISO 27001, NIST, SANS)
• Good understanding of industry standards in cybersecurity (ISO, ITIL, NIST, ISF) and privacy (GDPR, ISO 27018) is an advantage
• Entrepreneurial and problem‑solving mindset with good project management, ability to collaborate with teams across multiple locations, strong command of English; proficiency in Dutch, German, and French would be a great advantage

Your benefits | About your perks and work enjoyment

• A competitive salary that reflects your role and responsibilities, based on experience and qualifications
• Holiday allowance and an annual bonus (based on performance and development)
• Company laptop and phone for both work and personal use, plus a monthly internet allowance
• 25 vacation days to recharge and unwind, plus the option to buy extra days
• Mobility budget to choose how you travel – lease car, discounted public transport subscription, or arrange transport via the company app
• Solid pension plan for the future
• Hybrid working with a well‑equipped home office to support a healthy work‑life balance
• Option to swap 3 national holidays for non‑national holidays
• Broad range of training and courses to grow personally and professionally
• Access to the OpenUp wellbeing platform (including family) – psychologist and lifestyle expert support within 36 hours, wellbeing sessions
• Strong focus on teamwork and various internal networks for social activities, fostering a positive work atmosphere and good collaboration with colleagues

Ready to shape your future with us? | About your application process

1. Only your CV is required for this vacancy – quick and easy to apply.
2. Recruiter will call you within 2 days for a short introduction to explore whether the role could be a good match.
3. First interview: complete an online assessment (game‑based, focusing on cognitive skills and behavioral preferences). Discuss results and have a mutual introduction with a colleague from the relevant department.
4. Second interview: delve deeper into the role and other relevant topics. Business case may be part of the process. A final interview may also follow.
5. If matched, you’ll receive an offer and go through pre‑employment screening. Then your new adventure begins. Welcome to EY!