CISO

Project overview

Assignment Description

Fulfilling the role of CISO with a pragmatic role of supporting employees in cybersecurity issues.

Managing, updating, and communicating information security policy (BIO 2.0), participation in the KNMI Compliancy team.

Identifying risks, documenting and assigning them, possibly preparing explanations and risk acceptance, participation in the Risk Management team.

Monitoring, coordinating, and supporting security tests and risk analyses.

Providing solicited and unsolicited advice on cybersecurity issues, participation in the CIO Office KNMI.

Ensuring the CISO role within the Ministry of IenW on behalf of KNMI together with an internal colleague.

Advising on the purchase of services and goods related to cybersecurity.

Background of the assignment

The KNMI processes meteorological and climatological data that are essential for safety and policy, which is why a CISO is needed to ensure information security against cyber threats. In addition, the KNMI must comply with strict legal and government-wide requirements regarding data protection and cybersecurity. The KNMI advises and warns society to reduce risks with an atmospheric or seismological origin.

To this end, the KNMI develops high-quality knowledge, conducts observations, and converts them into products and services that reduce safety risks, contribute to a sustainable society, and promote economic opportunities. The KNMI stands for reliability and independence. The KNMI is a professional, knowledge-intensive organization. And an organization with a change agenda to be ready for the future of service delivery. It is a flat organization with short lines.

Requirements

Demonstrable knowledge and level, particularly in CISM.

Knowledge of Cybersecurity Law and the underlying BIO 2.0 framework.

Demonstrable experience with information security risk management.

Demonstrable experience as CISO within the National Government (1 year).

HBO level (2 years).

Wishes

Organizational sensitivity, both within a pragmatic organization like KNMI and in a formal setting of the Ministry of Infrastructure and Water Management.

Strong communication skills to explain complex security policies to non-technical stakeholders (e.g., board members, employees).

Leadership to promote a culture of security awareness within the organization.

Ability to collaborate with other departments (IT, legal, HR) and external parties (government agencies, security vendors).

Crisis management: ability to act under pressure during security incidents and coordinate them effectively.

Analytical ability and problem-solving skills to proactively address vulnerabilities and threats.

Knowledge of government processes and structures (particularly relevant for KNMI as a government institution).

Experience with audits, certifications, and compliance processes.

A proactive and innovative attitude to stay ahead in security developments.

In addition to developing and monitoring policy, the CISO must also actively coach and guide colleagues in carrying out CISO-related matters such as impact and risk analyses.

Working from home is a possibility, however, this position requires 60% of the work to be performed on-site.

Project details

• Start: 2027-01-11T23:00:00
• Location: Utrecht, NL
• Languages: Dutch