Director of Security at Jobgether – Netherlands

This position is posted by Jobgether on behalf of a partner company. We are currently looking for a Director of Security in Netherlands.

This is a strategic leadership role at the forefront of building and scaling a modern, global security function in a fully remote and fast-evolving environment. You will be responsible for shaping and executing a comprehensive security strategy that protects systems, data, and operations across a distributed workforce. Working closely with senior leadership, you’ll influence key business decisions while fostering a strong culture of security awareness and resilience. This position offers the opportunity to lead a high-performing team, drive innovation through automation and AI, and make a tangible impact on organizational growth and trust. The role is ideal for a forward-thinking leader who thrives in dynamic, international settings and is passionate about advancing security maturity at scale.

• Define and execute a comprehensive information security strategy aligned with business objectives, ensuring robust protection of systems and data
• Collaborate with senior leadership and cross-functional stakeholders to shape the long-term security vision and roadmap
• Lead, mentor, and grow a high-performing, autonomous security team while fostering continuous learning and development
• Drive enterprise-wide security risk management initiatives in partnership with legal, finance, and data protection functions
• Oversee and enhance application security practices to ensure the delivery of secure, reliable products and services
• Establish and strengthen incident response frameworks, promoting a proactive and resilient security culture
• Monitor, report, and communicate security risks, performance metrics, and incidents to executive leadership and key stakeholders
• Ensure compliance with relevant regulations, standards, and customer security requirements, and continuously improve the Information Security Management System (ISMS)

• Extensive experience leading and managing security teams, including oversight of people, processes, and security services
• Professional certifications in cybersecurity or information security management (e.g., CISSP, CISM)
• Proven expertise in developing and implementing security strategies within complex, high-growth environments
• Strong knowledge of security principles, technologies, and engineering domains, including application security and risk management
• Ability to communicate complex security concepts clearly to both technical and non-technical stakeholders, including executive leadership
• Demonstrated ability to navigate ambiguity, prioritize effectively, and drive execution at scale
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with a strong emphasis on clarity and influence
• A proactive mindset with a focus on innovation, continuous improvement, and fostering a positive team culture

• Competitive salary ranging from $86,350 to $194,300 USD annually, depending on experience and location
• Fully remote work environment with the flexibility to work from anywhere
• Flexible working hours and generous paid time off policies
• Comprehensive parental leave (16 weeks paid)
• Mental health and wellbeing support services
• Equity or stock options participation
• Dedicated learning and development budget
• Home office setup budget and necessary IT equipment provided
• Budget for coworking spaces or local social events
• Strong focus on work-life balance with asynchronous collaboration practices