Xquisit - Cybersecurity Specialist

il y a 19 heures


Antwerpen, Belgique Xquisit Temps plein


Group Security is seeking an experienced Cybersecurity Specialist - Mergers & Acquisitions (M&A) with a strong background in evaluating and mitigating cybersecurity risks across all domains, particularly in cloud environments such as Azure and AWS and Entra ID. This role involves conducting comprehensive cybersecurity assessments during the M&A lifecycle, identifying risks, and ensuring alignment with regulatory, legal, and compliance requirements. The ideal candidate will have hands-on expertise in cloud security, governance, risk management, and post-merger integration strategies. This is a high-impact position requiring collaboration with cross-functional teams to safeguard our organization's investments and ensure a seamless integration of acquired entities.

Key responsibilities

Cybersecurity Assessments for M&A Activities:

Conduct thorough cybersecurity assessments for acquisitions, following our standardize Security framework

Identify risks across all cybersecurity domains, including governance, infrastructure, data protection, applications, and identity and access management

Cloud Security Evaluation:

Assess cloud environments (e.g., Azure, AWS, Entra ID) for vulnerabilities, misconfigurations, and compliance gaps against the Security Policy

Evaluate security posture using cloud-native tools (e.g., Azure Security Center, AWS Security Hub) and third-party solutions

Risk Management and Reporting:

Analyze and communicate cyber risks to various stakeholders, providing actionable insights and mitigation strategies

Develop detailed risk assessment reports and integrate findings into a Risk register

Compliance and Regulatory Alignment:

Ensure alignment with frameworks such as NIST, ISO 27001, GDPR, and other global regulations

Validate that cloud and on-premises environments meet required security and compliance standards

Post-Merger Integration:

Oversee cybersecurity integration efforts, ensuring acquired entities adhere to the group security policies and practices

Develop and execute integration roadmaps for securing IT infrastructure, data, and operations

Collaboration and Stakeholder Engagement:

Partner with M&A teams, group IT, and business stakeholders to align cybersecurity priorities and risks

Communicate technical risks effectively to non-technical language

Key competencies

Technical Expertise in Cybersecurity

In-depth knowledge of cybersecurity principles across all domains, including infrastructure, network security, identity and access management, data protection, and application security

Hands-on experience in assessing and securing cloud environments (e.g., Azure, AWS) and hybrid systems

Familiarity with tools and frameworks like NIST CSF, ISO 27001, CSA Star, and related compliance standards

Mergers & Acquisitions (M&A) Experience

Proven ability to assess cybersecurity risks and opportunities during the M&A lifecycle, from due diligence to post-merger integration

Strong understanding of the unique challenges and time-sensitive nature of M&A activities

Risk Assessment and Management

Expertise in identifying, analysing, and quantifying cybersecurity risks.

Ability to propose effective mitigation plans and integrate findings into broader risk Management Frameworks.

Cloud Security Knowledge

Advanced understanding of cloud platforms (e.g., Azure, AWS), their architectures, and associated security services and controls

Competence in identifying vulnerabilities, misconfigurations, and risks in cloud-based environments

Regulatory and Compliance Acumen

Strong grasp of global regulatory requirements, including GDPR, Hipaa, and regional laws, and their application in M&A scenarios

Ability to assess target organizations' compliance posture and develop action plans for alignment

Communication and Stakeholder Management

Excellent communication skills to convey technical risks and concepts clearly to non-technical stakeholders, including executives

Ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams, including legal, IT, and business units

Analytical and Problem-Solving Skills

Strong ability to analyse complex environments, prioritize risks, and make data-driven recommendations

Proactive mindset with the ability to anticipate and address challenges in dynamic M&A contexts

Leadership and Initiative

Capacity to lead cybersecurity assessments and integration efforts independently while coordinating with diverse teams

Commitment to driving continuous improvement and keeping up with emerging cybersecurity trends and threats

Certifications and Continuous Learning

Relevant certifications such as CISSP, CISM, CCSP, AWS Certified Security - Specialty, or Azure Security Engineer Associate

Commitment to staying updated on cybersecurity advancements, especially in cloud security and M&A processes

Required qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, Information Technology, or related field (Master's preferred)

Extensive experience in cybersecurity leadership roles, ideally within large, multi-national organizations

Proven track record of managing security programs, compliance initiatives, and risk management in a business-oriented environment

Strong understanding of regulatory compliance, data protection, and third-party risk management

Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills with the ability to influence across various levels of the organization

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