Privacy & Compliance Consultant (Freelance)

Privacy & Compliance Consultant (Freelance) I'm applying now !! Location: Brussels, Belgium (Hybrid: 2-3 days remote per week) Type: Freelance Contract Senior (10+ years of experience) Languages: French or Dutch (Professional working proficiency, min. 3/4) AND English (Professional working proficiency, min. 3/4) About Smile 🌟 Passionate about tech, digital, and innovation? Join the 1,800 employees at Smile , the European leader in open-source integration, spread across 20 agencies in 9 countries. Collaborative spirit and knowledge sharing are at the heart of our DNA. Our experts push the boundaries of open source every day to build a smarter, more efficient, and more responsible digital world. Here, we don't just follow trends, we create them! Join Smile in Brussels and take part in projects that truly matter! 🏆 The Opportunity On behalf of one of our key clients based in Brussels, we are looking for dedicated Privacy & Compliance Consultants to join their security and governance team on a freelance basis. We are currently recruiting for multiple roles across all seniority levels ( Junior, Medior, and Senior ). In this role, you will play a central part in assessing, implementing, and maintaining robust security, privacy, and compliance frameworks. You will bridge the gap between regulatory requirements and operational IT security, helping our client build a highly resilient digital ecosystem. Your Responsibilities Framework Compliance: Ensure alignment with international standards and security frameworks (ISO 27001, ISO 27005, NIST, and CIS controls). Privacy & GDPR: Implement and monitor data protection practices to ensure full compliance with GDPR regulations. Risk & Security Audits: Conduct comprehensive security and risk audits, analyze vulnerabilities, and deliver detailed audit reports with actionable recommendations. Security Assessments: Collaborate on cybersecurity risk management and oversee or coordinate ethical hacking initiatives (penetration testing). Awareness Campaigns: Design, organize, and facilitate security awareness programs to foster a security-first culture within the organization. Stakeholder Advisory: Provide expert guidance on compliance issues to both business and technical teams (responsibilities and leadership scope adapted to seniority). Your Profile Experience: Open to Junior (1+ year) , Medior (3+ years) , and Senior (10+ years) profiles. Key Technical Competencies: Strong theoretical or practical understanding of ISO 27001, ISO 27005, NIST , and CIS standards. Solid grounding in GDPR regulations and privacy-by-design concepts. Hands-on experience in executing compliance audits, conducting risk analyses, and writing detailed audit reports. Familiarity with risk assessment methodologies and cybersecurity defenses (knowledge of ethical hacking / pentesting techniques is highly valued). Excellent communication skills for leading awareness sessions and delivering reports. Languages: Dual language proficiency is mandatory: fluent in English (3/4) paired with professional working proficiency in either French or Dutch (3/4). Why Smile? 😊 Proximity Management: Our proximity management by peers fosters dialogue and the implementation of a tailored career path. Continuous Growth: Because the digital sector is in constant motion, Smile is committed to making you an expert in your field, thanks to a comprehensive training offer: access to an e-learning platform, financing of certifications, and dedicated knowledge-sharing tools. Vibrant Community: Your year will be animated by group and agency events: annual convention, participation in trade fairs, summer party, and both formal & informal afterworks. The Next Steps 🚀 First Contact: A phone call to discuss your aspirations and what we can offer you. Meeting: An opportunity to get to know each other and explore your professional background. Business Interview: A discussion with one of our experts to assess your skills and define your goals. Marque Smile Localisations Bruxelles Statut à distance Hybride Contract type Freelance