NIS2 expert ABS IT Operations

Introduction to the job

As a NIS2 Expert, you help protect the digital backbone that supports the world’s most advanced semiconductor technology. In this role, your work directly contributes to ASML’s ability to design, manufacture, and deliver cutting-edge lithography systems safely and reliably.

You join ASML Business Services in Veldhoven, where you support critical IT services used across the company. By translating NIS2 cybersecurity requirements into practical solutions, you strengthen resilience, reduce risk, and help ASML operate securely in a complex global environment. As a NIS2 Expert, you work at the intersection of regulation, technology, and daily operations, ensuring security is embedded by design.

Role and responsibilities

In this NIS2 Expert role, you operate within ABS IT Operations, focusing on cloud collaboration, communication, device management, and secure data storage platforms. You balance hands-on execution with collaboration, helping teams turn regulatory requirements into workable, sustainable controls.

You will:

• Translate NIS2 cybersecurity requirements into actionable technical and operational controls.
• Implement and maintain risk management measures for cloud and workplace services.
• Support incident detection, response preparedness, and regulatory reporting processes.
• Contribute to business continuity and disaster recovery readiness for critical IT services.
• Prepare and maintain security documentation, evidence, and audit materials.
• Collaborate with IT teams and stakeholders to embed security into daily operations.
• Drive continuous improvement of cybersecurity maturity within ABS IT Operations.

Education and experience

To succeed as a NIS2 Expert, you bring solid experience in IT security and operational environments.

You have:

• A bachelor’s degree in computer science, information security, or a related field.
• At least 3 years of experience in IT security, IT operations, or risk management.
• Hands-on experience implementing security controls in enterprise environments.
• Working knowledge of incident response, vulnerability management, and logging.
• Experience with cloud productivity or collaboration platforms and mobile device management.
• Familiarity with regulatory or compliance frameworks such as NIS2, ISO standards, or similar.

Skills

Working at the cutting edge of tech, you’ll always have new challenges and new problems to solve – and working together is the only way to do that. You won’t work in a silo. Instead, you’ll be part of a creative, dynamic work environment where you’ll collaborate with supportive colleagues. There is always space for creative and unique points of view. You’ll have the flexibility and trust to choose how best to tackle tasks and solve problems.
To thrive in this job, you’ll need the following skills:

• Apply analytical thinking to translate regulations into practical solutions.
• Collaborate effectively with technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Communicate clearly about risks, controls, and compliance topics.
• Take ownership and work proactively in a complex operational setting.
• Structure and document work in a clear, consistent, and reliable way.
• Adapt quickly to changing requirements and evolving security risks.

Other information

You report into ABS IT Operations and work primarily from Veldhoven, the Netherlands. This role does not require shift work but may involve participation in incident response activities during exceptional situations. Due to export control and security regulations, employment may be subject to specific legal requirements.

ASML invests in your growth through continuous learning, professional development programs, and international career opportunities. As a NIS2 Expert, you build expertise that is highly relevant across ASML’s global organization.

Inclusion and diversity

ASML is an Equal Opportunity Employer that values and respects the importance of a diverse and inclusive workforce. It is the policy of the company to recruit, hire, train and promote persons in all job titles without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, or gender identity. We recognize that inclusion and diversity is a driving force in the success of our company.

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