Information Security Officer (ISO)

This vacancy from Information Security Officer (ISO), for 36 hours a week, is your next step if you:

• you are looking for a varied role in which you contribute to policy development and advise on implementation, but also enjoy providing information and keeping staff and management up to date with new developments and risks;
• enjoys improving processes, but also has an affinity for the technical aspects of information security and wants to make a specific contribution to our digital security;
• as a team player, enjoys working alongside the other security and privacy officers so that we can provide the organisation with the best possible support;
• wish to take on a coordinating and coaching role within the security cluster;

Here’s what you’ll be doing

• to advise both management and staff on (information security) issues and the measures to be taken;
• identifying information security risks, areas for improvement and/or bottlenecks; conducting internal investigations and reporting and/or advising on these matters;
• provide support in resolving information security incidents and in activities relating to business continuity;
• report on the information security policy in place and provide support during (external) audit processes;
• planning and allocating tasks, and ensuring coordination in this regard;
• monitoring, ensuring and assessing the progress, quality and quantity of the work;
• providing specialist support and guidance to security staff in the performance of their duties;

Working for Apeldoorn
… means working for an open and ambitious organisation. Apeldoorn is currently undergoing rapid development and is set to grow to at least 180,000 residents. With around 2,000 colleagues, we’re working to shape the Apeldoorn of today and tomorrow. So there’s plenty of challenge in store for you and your team!

In this coordinating role, you will be working as part of a team within the Information department and will collaborate with your fellow ISOs and other security colleagues within the department: the TISO and the staff at our Security Operations Centre. In addition, you will work closely with and report to the municipality’s CISO.

At Apeldoorn City Council, you don’t just work to improve our local area – you also work on your own personal development. With plenty of opportunities for development, we’re an ambitious organisation. We place great value on our positive working relationships and help one another whenever needed. You won’t often find a closed door here – but you will find reliable and innovative colleagues!

Here’s what we offer you

• a gross monthly salary of up to €6,343 (pay scale 11) based on a 36-hour week. A salary allowance may be available;
• initially a one-year contract, with the prospect of a permanent contract;
• a work laptop and a work mobile phone;
• Individual Choice Budget (IKB) of 17,45% on top of your salary. You can use this, for example, for:
• extra income by having it paid out;
• purchasing additional holiday hours;
• a good work-life balance, with the option to save up leave and flexible working hours;
• focus on the opportunities we offer as an employer in the areas of learning and development, both in terms of professional content and career progression;
• 201.6 holiday hours based on a 36-hour week;
• an attractive pension scheme;
• a pleasant working environment, as our town hall has been modernised and designed to support flexible working;
• In this role, you will have the opportunity to work from home part of the time. You will receive a home-working allowance for this.
• Do you travel to work by public transport? If so, you’ll be fully reimbursed. Do you travel by car, bike or on foot? If so, you’ll receive a contribution towards your travel costs.

Your strength
A sound understanding of and an interest in information security are essential for performing this role effectively. You have excellent communication skills and are a natural networker. You are constantly liaising with various parties.

You take the initiative, are well-organised and have an eye for what really matters. You work in a structured and process-oriented way and are persuasive. You are aware of your role within the bigger picture and know how to make connections that add value to the organisation. You are confident, base your work on thorough analysis and have the drive to continuously improve.

In addition, you have:

• at least a higher professional education (HBO) qualification in a relevant field;
• at least 7 years’ recent experience as a security officer in a similar environment or a larger organisation;
• experience in the functional management of staff;
• preferably a relevant qualification such as CISSP, or a willingness to obtain one.

Fancy applying?
You can apply until 21 June inclusive. Do you have any questions about the vacancy? If so, please contact Fudo Felic, Team Manager for Information Projects and Advice, on 06-38679882 and/or at f.felic@apeldoorn.nl, or Chantal Meijerink (CISO), on 06-38673917 and/or c.meijerink@apeldoorn.nl.

Everyone’s taking part
Apeldoorn City Council is an inclusive organisation. We firmly believe that a diverse organisation enables us to be better prepared for developments in society. As well as your talents and qualities, you also bring your background and preferences with you. You’re welcome here!

We do not welcome approaches from recruitment agencies in response to this advert.