Junior Compliance & Information Security Specialist

SoftwareSearch
Amersfoort, Netherlands
6 days ago

Role details

Contract type
Permanent contract
Employment type
Full-time (> 32 hours)
Working hours
Regular working hours
Languages
English
Experience level
Junior

Job location

Amersfoort, Netherlands

Tech stack

Configuration Management Databases
Configuration Management
Computer Security
Linux
Identity and Access Management
Intrusion Detection and Prevention
Intrusion Detection Systems
Python
Network Security
Networking Basics
Security Information and Event Management
Software Engineering
Software Vulnerability Management
Scripting (Bash/Python/Go/Ruby)
In-Plane Switching (IPS)
Information Technology

Job description

We are looking for a Junior Compliance & Information Security Specialist with a strong technical foundation to support the development and implementation of compliance and security frameworks.

This is a hands-on role, not purely policy-driven. You'll work closely with technical teams to embed compliance directly into systems, software, and infrastructure, gaining real-world exposure to frameworks such as ISO27001, ISAE 3402, and GDPR., * Translate compliance requirements into practical technical controls and procedures

  • Support implementation of Identity & Access Management (IAM) systems
  • Assist in building structured control frameworks and compliance matrices
  • Develop technical SOPs to embed compliance into internal systems
  • Support ISO27001 audit preparation and ongoing compliance activities
  • Contribute to secure software development practices
  • Assist with network security, monitoring, and incident detection (SIEM, IDS, IPS)
  • Support vulnerability management (scanning, patching, remediation)
  • Work with asset and configuration management systems (CMDB)
  • Contribute to operational security processes including system hardening and malware protection

Requirements

  • 0-2 years of experience in compliance, security, or IT
  • Degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Software Engineering, or related field
  • Basic understanding of:
  • Linux systems
  • Python (basic scripting)
  • Security and networking fundamentals
  • Familiarity with frameworks such as ISO27001, GDPR, or ISAE 3402 is a plus

What We're Looking For

  • Proactive and hands-on mindset
  • Strong sense of ownership and accountability
  • Curious and eager to learn technical systems in depth
  • Organised and structured in approach
  • Positive, "can-do" attitude toward security and compliance

What's on Offer

  • Hands-on exposure to industry-standard compliance frameworks
  • Real-world experience embedding security into tech environments
  • Opportunity to shape and improve internal processes
  • Fast-paced, high-growth environment with strong learning curve
  • Clear opportunities for career progression

About the company

We are a fast-growing fintech company focused on simplifying complex digital processes in a secure and scalable way. Supporting critical workflows such as onboarding, identity verification, compliance checks, and payments, the business is scaling rapidly and offers a high-impact environment where individuals can shape systems and processes from an early stage.

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