NIS2 Consultant (Medium Seniority)

About the role

Sopra Steria is looking for an experienced Governance, Risk & Compliance (GRC) Consultant with deep expertise in EU regulatory frameworks and as a NIS2 specialist. The role strengthens compliance and cybersecurity governance programmes by advising on, implementing and managing initiatives aligned with European security and compliance directives, ensuring proper risk management across the organisation.

Key responsibilities

• Lead and support security and compliance initiatives aligned with NIS2 requirements, acting as key support for the client on its NIS2 journey
• Conduct risk assessments and maturity evaluations, and design internal control frameworks
• Advise on governance structures, compliance reporting and regulatory alignment
• Drive ISO 27001 implementation and advise as an Information Security Officer (ISO) where needed
• Support project and program management for cybersecurity and compliance
• Act as subject matter expert on NIS2: run gap analyses, design risk mitigation and reporting processes, and train stakeholders on their obligations
• Drive business development around NIS2, identify opportunities and support pre-sales, and support RFOs and RFPs when necessary

Required profile

• Ideally 2-5 years of experience in GRC, ideally in public and industry sectors
• Proven track record with information security frameworks, especially ISO 27001
• Hands-on experience as an Information Security Officer or as security manager on large projects
• Strong project management background, preferably in multinational environments
• Must have an ISO 27001 certificate; CISA, CISM or another ISO-relevant certificate is a plus
• Strong preference: English plus French or Dutch, as clients are in the Belgian public and industry sectors

Required skills

• Necessary knowledge and experience with CyFun
• Ability to turn regulations into practical, business-driven compliance processes
• Autonomous delivery, strong communication and stakeholder management, analytical and structured approach to risk and compliance

What we offer

• A benefits package including mobility options (including a company car), insurance coverage, meal vouchers and eco-cheques
• Learning opportunities through the Sopra Steria Academy
• Team events with colleagues