Job Description

Excited to work for a key Belgian player in the energy landscape?

The Belgian and European energy landscape is in full swing. Did you know that Elia Belgium plays a crucial role in this? As part of Elia Group, a European transmission system operator, Elia Belgium ensures the reliability and sustainability of the electricity supply in our country.

Side-by-side with your talented colleagues, you will play a part in building a sustainable, green and reliable energy infrastructure that stimulates economic growth and reduces our ecological footprint.

Only together can we make the biggest impact possible! We believe in the power of diversity: we are convinced that an inclusive and diverse work environment leads to more innovation, creativity and better results.
Local Chief Cyber Security Officer (CISO)
Requisition ID:  10887
Posting Start Date:  30/04/2026

Function

The Elia Group encompasses two major transmission system operators (TSOs) in two European regions: Elia Transmission in Belgium and 50Hertz Transmission, one of the four German TSOs in northeast Germany. Both TSOs operate at the heart of the European electricity system, providing vital links between producers and their 30 million end users via an intricately meshed 18,600 km grid.

 

In this context, cybersecurity is a strategic priority. The Local Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) is a key leadership role, responsible for protecting the organisation against cyber threats and ensuring the resilience of both IT and operational technology environments.

 

The Local CISO is responsible for the cyber resilience and information security of the local entity operating within national critical infrastructure. The role defines and drives cybersecurity strategy, governance, risk management, and crisis response, ensuring disaster recovery  and compliance with regulatory expectations. The Local CISO is a key interface to executive management, the Group CISO, the Local CIO, regulators, and national security authorities.

 

Key Responsibilities

  • Define and implement the local cybersecurity strategy aligned with Group strategy and policies
  • Establish and maintain information security governance across IT and operational technology
  • Identify, assess, and report cyber risks, including geopolitical and hybrid threats
  • Lead strategic response and management during major cyber incidents
  • Ensure effective incident response, disaster recovery plans
  • Act as primary cybersecurity representative towards regulators and authorities
  • Lead and develop the local ISMS  team
  • Strengthen cybersecurity awareness and culture across the organisation
  • Manage the local cybersecurity budget and steer local security investments
  • Ensure secure technologies, architectures, and third‑party risk management

Your Profile

 

  • Master’s degree or equivalent level through experience
  • More than 5 years of experience in cybersecurity
  • Proven experience in critical infrastructure or highly regulated environments
  • Proven technical knowledge of IT related subjects (e.g application development, IT infrastructure management)
  • Strong understanding of cyber risk, governance, and compliance frameworks
  • Ability to balance cybersecurity risks with operational and business priorities
  • Experience leading expert teams and influencing and advising executive management
  • Strong crisis management and decision‑making capabilities
  • Experience managing significant budgets and complex priorities
  • Credible communicator with regulators, authorities, and senior stakeholders
  • Strategic mindset with high autonomy and resilience
  • Fluent in English. Knowledge of Dutch and/or French and/or German is a plus.

Offer

 

  • Salary: a competitive salary package, allowance for representation expenses, year-end bonus, double vacation pay, meal vouchers (€8 per working day), eco-vouchers, sport & culture vouchers, bonuses based on individual and group results. 
  • Insurance: group insurance, hospitalisation insurance, ambulant care insurance for the whole family and also personal accident insurance. 
  • Vacation: You will be entitled to 20 vacation days and 5 additional vacation days, 6 local days, 4 exempt days (after 1 year of employment) and up to 5 long-service days (1 day for every 3 years in employment). 
  • Social fund: Year-end vouchers, birth and marriage allowance. We will also cover part of the cost of glasses, a dental prosthesis or similar needs. 
  • Communication: you will be given an iPhone, a phone subscription (for work and private use) and a laptop with internet reimbursement. 
  • Discounts: you will enjoy a 30% discount on your gas and electricity bill. 
  • Mobility: we will offer you a company car and public transport or a mobility budget. 
  • Elia shares: Elia will give you the opportunity to subscribe to shares with a discount of 16.66% on the average share price. 

Location

  • Primary location: Emperor – Keizerslaan (near Brussels Central Station)
  • Work model: Combination of on-site and homeworking
  • Occasional travel to Berlin Germany

There’s something electric in the air with this job offer!

In exchange for your work and dedication, you enjoy the following benefits:

  • A job full of variety with a top employer: Elia encourages innovation and collaboration. Within our company you will be at the forefront of the energy transition, and you will have the chance to contribute to ground-breaking technologies designed to accelerate this transition. It is a one-of-a-kind opportunity to further develop your knowledge and skills.
  • Focus on personal growth and well-being at work: Discover a wide range of professional training and coaching opportunities that are guaranteed to give your personal growth a solid boost.  At the same time, as a top employer, we put maximum effort into a positive work culture in which your well-being is central.
  • Development opportunities for a challenging career: At Elia, we encourage you to seek out and seize new professional opportunities. You will enjoy complete freedom to shape your career on your own terms.
  • A diverse team of passionate colleagues: Elia puts a high value on diversity and inclusion. You will join a diverse and passionate team that enjoys sharing knowledge and leading the way towards a more sustainable future together.

These are just a few of the benefits that distinguish Elia as a Top Employer. We are convinced that your contribution to our team will be invaluable and look forward to welcoming you soon!
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