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Senior Program Manager – Cybersecurity & Infrastructure (NIS2)

Digital
(Project) Management
Bachelor, Master
Expert (10+)
Location
Antwerp, Antwerp
Work type
Consultancy
Work model
Fulltime, Hybrid

Our client, a prominent public sector organization, is looking for a seasoned professional to lead a strategic cybersecurity program. This role focuses on the risk-based transition of infrastructure and legacy systems to ensure organizational compliance with modern security standards.

Responsibilities

  • Direct the risk-based transition of infrastructure and legacy systems within a complex cybersecurity program.
  • Manage multiple project teams while ensuring delivery within timing, scope, and budget constraints.
  • Oversee comprehensive budget management and resource planning for the assigned program pillar.
  • Coordinate decision-making processes for steering committees and management boards.
  • Implement program management methodologies and develop progress-tracking dashboards for stakeholders.
  • Prepare the organization for security audits and associated certification requirements.

Requirements

  • You have 15+ years of experience in infrastructure or development projects.
  • You bring 8+ years of experience as a program manager for infrastructure or software development initiatives.
  • You possess advanced knowledge of NIS2 regulations and Security Governance.
  • You have a proven track record in enterprise-wide change and transformation projects.
  • You're experienced with ITIL processes and organization.
  • You possess expertise in performing risk analyses and issue management.
  • You have experience managing large-scale budgets and resource planning.
  • You are fluent in Dutch at a C2 level.

Nice to Haves

  • Experience with strategic stakeholder management.
  • Knowledge of Prince2, PMBok, or MSP methodologies.
  • Familiarity with Agile or Scrum frameworks.
  • Knowledge of the CyFun framework.
  • Previous experience working within a government environment.

Offer

  • Start date: 14/07/2026
  • Duration: 12 months
  • Work regime: Full-time
  • Location: Antwerp
  • Contract: open to both permanent employees and freelancers
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