Title:  Manager Cyber Strategy & Risk

What you will work on:

As a Manager within our Cybersecurity Strategy & Risk practice, you will lead multidisciplinary teams to help clients protect their critical assets, manage cybersecurity risks and meet evolving regulatory expectations—including DORA and NIS2. You’ll work closely with executive stakeholders to design and implement effective cybersecurity governance and operating models.

• Lead cybersecurity maturity assessments, risk analyses and strategy engagements across industries such as financial services, energy, the public sector, manufacturing and more.
• Develop cybersecurity improvement roadmaps and resilience strategies aligned with frameworks such as ISO 27001, NIST CSF and CIS Controls.
• Advise senior stakeholders on governance, risk management and compliance priorities, translating technical risks into clear and relevant business insights.
• Support clients in building sustainable cybersecurity capabilities, including governance structures, GRC processes and performance metrics.
• Manage project teams, review deliverables and ensure high‑quality outcomes that meet client needs.
• Contribute to business development by identifying client priorities, shaping proposals and representing KPMG in the market.
• Coach and mentor junior colleagues, fostering a supportive culture of collaboration, learning and excellence.

What do you need:

• At least 5 years of relevant experience in cybersecurity, information risk management or related advisory functions.
• A Master’s degree or equivalent experience.
• Strong understanding of cybersecurity and risk frameworks such as ISO 27001, CCB CyberFundamentals, NIST CSF and CIS Controls.
• Experience with regulatory or resilience programs (e.g., DORA, NIS2, IT Risk Management or Business Continuity) is a strong asset.
• One or more relevant certifications such as CISA, CISM, CISSP, ISO 27001 Lead Auditor/Implementer or NIS2 Lead Implementer.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to engage senior stakeholders and make complex topics accessible.
• Proven leadership and project‑management skills, including the ability to motivate diverse teams and deliver impact.
• Fluency in English and at least one of Dutch or French.

As a certified Top Employer we offer:

• An attractive remuneration package with a great number of extra-legal benefits (premium electric company car + charging card, net daily and monthly allowances, bonus, an iPhone with subscription, and many other benefits tailored through our cafeteria plan).
• Flexible work arrangements to ensure a healthy work-life balance and the possibility to work from anywhere 20 days per year.
• A comprehensive insurance package including group insurance with full KPMG contributions, hospitalization insurance and optional outpatient options (dental & eye care, medical consultations and registered medication).
• Career development opportunities combined with trainings based on your personal goals and aspirations.
• We care about you. With initiatives such as confidential counselors, an employee assistance program, hotlines and more, we will support your emotional and mental health throughout your career.
• An inclusive, international culture where personal growth, mutual trust and lifelong learning is fostered.
• Great team building activities and sport & wellbeing events (Brussels Marathon, Antwerp 10 Miles, 1000 kilometers for KOTK, river clean-ups, and many more…) through our Together@KPMG & KPMG Foundation programs.