IT/OT Cyber Resilience Program Manager - 9 months - Netherlands

Hiring: IT/OT Cyber Resilience Program Manager - Netherlands, Amersfoort- Hybrid (2 days on site), 9 months contract.

Global Enterprise Partners is currently looking for a IT/OT Cyber Resilience Program Manager for a 9 month contract. The applicants should be located in The Netherlands and have the flexibility and availability to travel on site in Amersfoort. The applicant should also have a valid setup to work as a contractor/freelancer and does not require Visa Sponsorship.

Professional Experience

• Proven experience leading large-scale IT/OT security or transformation programs, especially in distributed execution models (eg across factories or functional towers).
• Background in regulated sectors such as food & beverage, manufacturing, pharmaceuticals, or energy.
• Familiarity with cybersecurity uplift programs, IT/OT convergence, and modernisation of plant-level infrastructure.
• Demonstrated ability to manage system integrators, vendors, and geographically distributed teams.
• Experience working in or alongside environments governed by GMP, HACCP, or GxP is a strong plus.
• Leadership & Communication
• Excellent executive stakeholder engagement skills, with experience leading multi-party alignment and governance forums.
• Ability to orchestrate complex delivery efforts across diverse domains without direct authority.
• Builds trust through active listening, structured engagement, and transparent communication.
• Comfortable navigating cross-functional friction and resolving it constructively.

Hard Skills

• Sound understanding of IT/OT environments including SCADA, ICS, PLCs, segmented network zones, and industrial DMZs.
• Practical knowledge of cybersecurity fundamentals in identity, access, endpoint security, and monitoring.
• Working knowledge of standards such as IEC 62443, ISO/IEC 27001, and NIS2 compliance requirements.
• Proficient in project and program management tools (eg, MS Project, Power BI) and frameworks (PMI, PRINCE2, MSP).
• Experience in global RFP/vendor selection and delivery oversight.
• Hands-on familiarity with fast-response field delivery models (eg, SWAT-style assessments and execution).
• Fluent in English.

Contract details:

• Start date: 7th July 2025
• Length of contract: 9 months Contract
• Type of contract: Freelancer
• Location: Amersfoort, Netherlands
• Rate range: 90-105EUR per hour
• Interviews: Please let us know your availability.

Please submit your resume and a cover letter detailing your relevant experience. If this role doesn't fit your preference or experience, please feel free to share within your network.

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