Defensive Security & Compliance Specialist (GRC/SOC) – Brussels, Belgium

About the Role We're looking for a Defensive Security & Compliance Specialist to strengthen detection, response, and regulatory readiness for a growing security function in Brussels. This role sits at the intersection of blue-team operations and governance, playing a key part in NIS2 and DORA compliance efforts as clients across finance and critical infrastructure adapt to tightening EU regulation.

Key Responsibilities:

• Monitor, detect, and respond to security incidents via SIEM/EDR platforms; support containment and recovery efforts

• Maintain and improve detection rules, playbooks, and incident response procedures

• Lead or support risk assessments, gap analyses, and audits against ISO 27001, NIS2, DORA, and GDPR requirements

• Develop and maintain security policies, control frameworks, and compliance documentation

• Coordinate with legal, IT, and business stakeholders to ensure regulatory obligations are met and evidenced

• Support external audits and regulator engagement where required

• Track and report on security posture and compliance status to leadership

Requirements:





• 3+ years' experience across SOC operations, GRC, or a blended security/compliance role

• Working knowledge of NIS2, DORA, ISO 27001, and GDPR requirements as they apply in Belgium/EU

• Familiarity with SIEM tooling (Splunk, Sentinel, QRadar) and risk management frameworks

• Relevant certifications a plus (CISA, CISM, ISO 27001 Lead Implementer/Auditor, CRISC) • Strong stakeholder management skills — comfortable translating technical risk into business language

• Fluent English required; Dutch and/or French highly desirable given regulatory and client work in Belgium

• Experience with EU institutions, financial services, or critical infrastructure clients a plus

What's on Offer:

• Salary: €4,500+

• Company car

• Meal vouchers

• NET Allowances

• Group and Health insurances.

• Clear progression path toward Incident Response or Threat Intelligence specialisms

• Exposure to EU institution and multinational client environments

If interested, feel free to reach out: [email protected]

📌 Defensive security & compliance specialist (España)
🏢 Vivid Resourcing
📍 España