About the Company - Fluxys Digital designs, develops and manages all the company's IT systems, and is therefore responsible for all commercial, functional, technical and application-related aspects. The Department ICT Security and Architecture is responsible for the ICT Security Service and the company's IT architecture. This includes the coordination of projects, infrastructure architecture, technical architecture, as well as business and application architecture. The department also ensures the cybersecurity of Fluxys' various systems and applications, such as industrial systems, commercial applications, office solutions, and cloud platforms.

About the Role - As part of our energy transition strategy, the development of new infrastructures for hydrogen, CO₂, and other connected molecules presents a significant challenge. These advancements require a profound transformation of our application landscape, including the integration of new solutions and the adaptation of existing systems. In this context, the primary objective of the Architecture and Cybersecurity Manager role is to ensure the long-term sustainability of the company's digital assets while supporting the teams towards a product-centric organization. This involves establishing guidelines for applications and infrastructure, designing and implementing a robust security framework, and overseeing its integration and compliance across all digital initiatives. For the architecture responsibilities, you will report to the Director Digital, whereas for cybersecurity matters, you will formally report directly to the Management Team.

Responsibilities

• Define Architecture Principles : Establish ICT architecture principles in collaboration with Digital teams to ensure a coherent and efficient technical framework for digital operations
• Implement Architecture Principles : Oversee the translation of these principles into actionable implementations in partnership with the architecture and digital teams, ensuring consistent implementation across projects
• Anticipate Technological Evolutions : Develop forward-looking insights into emerging digital technologies to ensure the organization stays ahead of technological advancements, anticipating and integrating them cohesively
• Define Cybersecurity Policies : Develop cybersecurity policies that comply with legal and regulatory requirements, consider the evolving security landscape, and address the specific needs of the organization, ensuring secure and compliant operations
• Ensure Operational Cybersecurity : Translate the cybersecurity policies into operational measures and oversee their implementation to maintain a safe and secure operational environment (implementation is done in the Digital Operations Team)
• People management : You will lead a team of about 10 direct reports and manage an indirect team of 25 to 50 individuals. You will drive change management, guiding your teams through transformation and strengthening an environment of continuous improvement
• Stakeholder Management : You will act as the key liaison with management, external stakeholders, and internal departments on ICT security and compliance matters. Integrate cybersecurity considerations into broader organizational policies, ensuring awareness and alignment across all levels of the business. Lead stakeholders through the change process, promoting agility and fostering an environment of continuous improvement

Your profile

As a purpose driven company, we foster agility and open-mindedness. Are you curious and astute? Do you approach your projects in an innovative way? Then we're keen to meet you!

• You have 10-15 years professional experience in IT with a solid track in architecture, a deep expertise in architecture frameworks and knowledge or interest in Cybersecurity
• You bring extensive experience in people management, with a proven ability to drive change and foster agility within the organization
• You have the ability to provide strategic advice while ensuring business continuity
• You possess strong emotional intelligence, demonstrated by your ability to create a collaborative and positive environment, and motivate teams even under stressful conditions
• You excel at building strong relationships with business stakeholders and establishing key partnerships with service providers to drive successful delivery outcomes
• You take initiative, motivate teams, listen attentively, are open to new ideas, and respectfully consider others’ opinions
• You thrive under pressure, are results-driven, and can adapt seamlessly to unexpected situations
• You have experience in implementing Agile methodologies and are a strong advocate for their benefits
• You understand the dynamics of product-centric companies
• You are fluent in Dutch, French, and English

More info - Please contact Florence Hanssens for more information.