Senior Cybersecurity Coordinator

Role Overview

The Senior Cybersecurity Coordinator operates within the IT Security department and reports to the Information Security Manager. The role is responsible for coordinating cybersecurity initiatives, ensuring alignment between security strategy, regulatory requirements, and operational teams.

The Senior Cybersecurity Coordinator plays a key role in managing the cybersecurity programme, supporting the implementation of security policies, and ensuring continuous monitoring of security actions and risks.

Main Responsibilities

Cybersecurity Program & Project Coordination

- Coordinate and monitor the cybersecurity program, ensuring consistency and alignment across different departments and stakeholders.
- Manage the cybersecurity project portfolio within the framework of regulatory requirements, including NIS2 compliance initiatives.
- Ensure effective coordination between business, IT, and security teams.
- Support operational teams in integrating security requirements into their processes and projects.

Security Governance & Compliance

- Contribute to the translation of security policies into practical security guidelines and directives.
- Ensure alignment with cybersecurity frameworks, standards, and regulatory requirements.
- Support the implementation and follow-up of security improvement plans.
- Monitor progress on cybersecurity actions and ensure risk mitigation activities are followed.

Reporting & Communication

- Provide clear reporting on program progress, security maturity, and risk coverage.




- Create and maintain dashboards and management reports to support decision-making.
- Communicate effectively with technical and non-technical stakeholders.

Required Skills & Expertise

- Strong knowledge of cybersecurity principles and Information Security Management.
- Expert understanding of ISO 27001 / ISO 27K standards and security governance practices.
- Good understanding of cybersecurity threats, risks, and mitigation approaches.
- Knowledge of security technologies and cybersecurity processes.
- Proven experience in IT project management and cybersecurity program coordination.
- Experience managing complex stakeholder environments.

Behavioral Skills

- Strong communication and presentation skills.
- Ability to coordinate multiple stakeholders and priorities.
- Structured, organized, and able to manage a project portfolio.
- Versátil and adaptable to changing environments.
- Ability to work independently while being a strong team player.
- Open to feedback and continuous improvement mindset.

Experience & Languages

- Minimum 5 years of experience in IT project management and/or cybersecurity coordination.
- Experience with cybersecurity governance programs is required.
- Experience with NIS2-related initiatives is an asset.
- Knowledge of CyFun (CyberFundamentals framework) is an asset.
- Fluent in Dutch or French (native/bilingual level).
- English is considered an advantage.

Work Arrangement

Hybrid working model combining on-site presence and remote work.

📌 Cyber security specialist (España)
🏢 Harvey Nash
📍 España