Senior OT Cyber Security Leader for Critical Infrastructure

Accenture the Netherlands; Amsterdam; Hybrid; EUR 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Accenture's Operational Technology Security practice is seeking an experienced OT Cyber Security Senior Manager to own complex security programs, lead client engagements, and expand our team's technical capability across the Netherlands.

You will work with Critical National Infrastructure clients and industrial organisations in a hybrid setup (Amsterdam office 2–3 days/week) with travel as needed, reporting to the Head of OT Cyber Security.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in OT/ICS cybersecurity or critical infrastructure security.
• Proven track record leading complex security programmes in regulated industrial environments.
• Deep understanding of Industrial Control Systems (SCADA, DCS, PLC, IIoT) and their security challenges.
• Strong familiarity with OT security regulations and frameworks (NIS, NIS2, CAF, CRA).
• Experience working with both technical teams and executive stakeholders.
• Excellent communication skills in English and Dutch with ability to translate complex technical risks into business impact.
• Willingness to travel across the Netherlands as projects require

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end delivery of OT security projects in regulated environments, managing timelines, budgets, and security standards
• Act as primary point of contact for client stakeholders, building trust-based relationships and ensuring seamless execution
• Conduct cybersecurity strategy assessments, readiness evaluations, and discovery workshops using industry frameworks and compliance mandates
• Identify and articulate risks at project, business, and technical levels, delivering proportionate, cost-effective mitigation strategies

Skills

OT/ICS security

Programme leadership

Stakeholder management

Bilingual English/Dutch

Travel readiness

Job description

Accenture's Operational Technology Security practice is seeking an experienced OT Cyber Security Senior Manager to own complex security programs, lead client engagements, and expand our team's technical capability across the Netherlands.

You will work with Critical National Infrastructure clients and industrial organisations in a hybrid setup (Amsterdam office 2–3 days/week) with travel as needed, reporting to the Head of OT Cyber Security.