🇳🇱 Amstelveen, Netherlands · 21h ago
Information Security Advisor (Governance Risk and Compliance)
KPMG Nederland
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Shape the future of security at KPMG. Lead risk assessments, strengthen cloud and AI governance, and drive compliance. Ready for the challenge? Apply now.Your challengesReady to help safeguard KPMG's digital services in a rapidly evolving technology landscape? As an information security advisor in Amstelveen, you'll work with cloud technologies, AI-enabled solutions, and external suppliers to strengthen security, manage risk, and help maintain the trust our clients place in KPMG.This is what you bringBachelor's or master's degree in Information Security, Cyber Security, IT, Risk Management or a related field.Experience with information security frameworks such as ISO 27001, NIST or SOC 2.Experience conducting information security or IT risk assessments.Experience engaging with business stakeholders and translating security requirements into practical solutions.Strong command of English and Dutch, as you will work with local and international internal stakeholders, documentation and suppliers.Nice to haveCISSP, CISM or CISA certification.Experience with supplier security assessments and third-party risk management.Knowledge of data privacy and cloud security.Not sure whether to apply because you don’t meet every requirement? If this role excites you and you see yourself in the profile, we’d love to hear from you. Because we believe talent grows and shows up in many different ways.What will you do?Lead information security risk assessments for applications, infrastructure and third-party suppliers.Advise product owners and stakeholders on security controls, risk mitigation and compliance requirements.Review and improve information security policies, standards and control frameworks.Coordinate internal and external audit activities and support the timely resolution of findings.Evaluate security exceptions and monitor the effectiveness of implemented controls.As an Information Security Advisor, you will be part of KPMG's IT Security Governance, Risk & Compliance (GRC) team. Together with colleagues across Technology, Risk, Privacy and Procurement, you help ensure that security is embedded in everything we do.You will advise on security risks related to both internally managed systems and externally sourced technology services. This includes conducting risk assessments, reviewing security controls, and helping teams implement improvements that align with KPMG's security standards and industry frameworks such as ISO 27001 and NIST.A significant part of the role involves partnering with application owners, project teams and suppliers. You challenge where necessary, identify potential vulnerabilities, and help stakeholders make informed decisions that balance security, business objectives and regulatory requirements.You will also contribute to audit preparation and remediation activities, evaluate security exception requests, and support continuous improvement initiatives across the organisation. This gives you a broad view of KPMG's technology landscape and the opportunity to influence how security is integrated into modern cloud, AI and digital services.In this role, you will combine technical understanding with strong stakeholder management skills, helping colleagues across the business navigate increasingly complex security and risk challengesThis is what we offerGross salary between €3,700 and €4,400 per month depending on your work experience, variable performance based reward, a fixed expense allowance and a fixed working from home allowance per working day.Pension accrual without a compulsory personal contribution.30 vacation days (on a full-time basis) and the option to buy more days or sell your vacation days.At KPMG we work hybrid, so you can work from home, from the client or at the office.A completely furnished home office.Reimbursement of your travel expenses with a NS business card or travel allowance.A laptop and iPhones.Choice to pick from different courses which contribute to your own personal and professional development.Diversity networks in the areas of pride, gender, ability, cultural diversity, and generations that regularly organize various activities to celebrate differences!Focus on well-being! There is a gym at the Amstelveen office or you can get a discount for a gym near your house and you get access to different health and/or vitality programs.‘Together’ is one of our core values. So you can count on different social activities, like team events, drinks with colleagues and events with all your KPMG colleagues.Application procedureStep 1. Your applicationWhen you apply, we will see if we find a match with your resume and the job requirements. The next step is usually an online assessment. This assessment consists of an aptitude test and a personality questionnaire. The results provide insight into your preferred behavior and competencies.Step 2. The first interviewAfter a positive completion of the assessment, we will invite you for a first interview with a recruiter and a colleague from the relevant department. Here, we mainly want to get to know you, and you also get the chance to get to know us.Step 3. Follow-up interviewEveryone enthusiastic? In many cases, a second meeting follows. During the second interview, we will delve deeper into the role and the substantive themes you will be dealing with. A business case may be part of the follow-up interview. Sometimes there is a final interview.Step 4. OfferDo we have a match? Then you will receive an offer from us to start at KPMG. The offer will not only include your salary but also more about our complete package of employment conditions, such as your pension, vacation days, and more! Do you say “yes”? Then we congratulate you as our new colleague and take you to the very last step.Step 5. ScreeningWe want to be an integral and reliable organization in all respects. Therefore, we screen everyone who comes to work with us. DISA conducts this screening and checks references, among other things. Is everything in order? Then the path to a great career at KPMG is open to you. You will then start with the onboarding program.Would you like to know more about our application procedure? Then contact HR Recruitment via recruitment@kpmg.nl. Step 1 Step 2 Step 3 Step 4 Step 5 Interested?Let’s meet Mary TheronInterested?Let’s meet Mary TheronRecruiter +31204239668 Mail me VacanciesThese KPMG colleagues enjoyed our spectacular onboarding before youOther vacancies you might be interested in Process Journey Manager Financial Risk Management Banking - Manager Senior Consultant Governance, Risk & Compliance Services Senior Consultant Risk Management & Internal Control Manager Governance, Risk & Compliance Services - Financial Services Manager Financial Risk Management - Asset Management & PensioenYes, I want to applyFirst name *Last name *Email *Phone number *CV *FileMotivationFile Required fieldKPMG Staffing & Facility Services B.V. processes your data for the purpose of the recruitment process. 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