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Senior Project Manager – OT Cybersecurity

Digital
(Project) Management
Master
Location
Geel, Antwerp
Work type
Consultancy
Work model
Fulltime, Hybrid

Our client, a leading technical services provider, is seeking a Senior Project Manager to join their operational technology cybersecurity division. The project involves leading industrial security transformations from initial analysis to final delivery across various regional sites.

Responsibilities

  • Lead OT cybersecurity projects for industrial clients from analysis and design to implementation.
  • Manage multidisciplinary teams of engineers, specialists, and external partners.
  • Oversee project scope, planning, budget, risks, and resource management.
  • Serve as the central point of contact for clients throughout the project lifecycle.
  • Coordinate security initiatives including network segmentation, secure remote access, and asset management.
  • Support clients in implementing cybersecurity strategies according to industrial standards.
  • Coach engineers and project staff to ensure quality and compliance throughout the delivery process.

Requirements

  • 8+ years of experience in project management within industrial automation and networking.
  • Deep knowledge of industrial systems including PLC, SCADA, and DCS.
  • Extensive experience in managing complex industrial projects and budget control.
  • Strong understanding of OT environments and IT/OT convergence.
  • Bachelor or Master degree in Automation, Electromechanics, Cybersecurity, or equivalent.
  • Proactive leadership skills with a structured and client-oriented approach.
  • Possession of a valid driving license B and willingness to travel regionally.
  • You are fluent in Dutch and English.

Nice to Haves

  • Knowledge of IEC 62443 and NIS2 standards.
  • Experience with network segmentation, firewalls, or remote access.
  • Background in cybersecurity assessments or audits.
  • Willingness to travel internationally occasionally.
  • Knowledge of French.

Offer

  • Start date: 26/10/2026
  • Duration: until 31/12/2026
  • Work regime: Full-time
  • Location: Brussels
  • Working model: Onsite
  • Contract: open to both permanent employees and freelancers
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