Cyber Security Specialist (M&A)

I am looking for 2 Cybersecurity Specialists for our client in Belgium:

Position: Cyber Security Specialist (M&A) Merger & Aquisitions
Location: Belgium (Hybrid 2 days on site)
Contract type: Freelance
Project duration: 12-18 months
Start date: January
Languages: English is enough (French would be a plus)

Key skills: Cyber Security / M&A Experience / Cloud

Position Summary:
Group Security is seeking a seasoned Cybersecurity Specialist – Mergers & Acquisitions (M&A) with a strong background in evaluating and mitigating cybersecurity risks, particularly in cloud environments such as Azure, AWS, and Microsoft Entra ID.

Key Competencies:

• Mergers & Acquisitions (M&A) Experience:Proven ability to assess cybersecurity risks and opportunities during the M&A lifecycle, from due diligence to post-merger integration.
• Strong understanding of the unique challenges and time-sensitive nature of M&A activities.

• Technical Expertise in Cybersecurity:In-depth knowledge of cybersecurity principles across all domains.

• Hands-on experience in assessing and securing cloud environments (e.g., Azure, AWS) and hybrid systems.

• Risk Assessment and Management:Expertise in identifying, analyzing, and quantifying cybersecurity risks.
• Ability to propose effective mitigation plans.

• Regulatory and Compliance Acumen:Strong grasp of global regulatory requirements, including GDPR, HIPAA, and regional laws.
• Ability to assess target organizations’ compliance posture and develop action plans for alignment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Cybersecurity Assessments for M&A Activities:Conduct thorough cybersecurity assessments for acquisitions.

• Identify risks across all cybersecurity domains, including governance, infrastructure, data protection, applications, and identity and access management.

• Cloud Security Evaluation:Assess cloud environments for vulnerabilities, misconfigurations, and compliance gaps.

• Use cloud-native tools (e.g., Azure Security Center, AWS Security Hub) and third-party solutions.

• Risk Management and Reporting:Analyze and communicate cyber risks to stakeholders, providing actionable insights and mitigation strategies.

• Develop detailed risk assessment reports and integrate findings into a Risk register.

• Compliance and Regulatory Alignment:Ensure alignment with frameworks such as NIST, ISO 27001, GDPR, and other global regulations.

• Validate that cloud and on-premises environments meet required security and compliance standards.

• Post-Merger Integration:Oversee cybersecurity integration efforts, ensuring acquired entities adhere to group security policies and practices.

• Develop and execute integration roadmaps for securing IT infrastructure, data, and operations.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Cybersecurity, Information Technology, or related field (Master’s preferred).
• Extensive experience in cybersecurity leadership roles, ideally within large, multi-national organizations.
• Proven track record of managing security programs, compliance initiatives, and risk management.
• Strong understanding of regulatory compliance, data protection, and third-party risk management.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.

This role is critical for safeguarding our organization’s investments and ensuring seamless integration of acquired entities, particularly focusing on cybersecurity risks and compliance during M&A activities.

APPLY HERE OR VIA EMAIL AT:
menna.chikhi@lafosse.com