Project Manager

Compliance Consultant – NIS2 Implementation / Audit Readiness

• Requirement : IT Project Manager – NIS 2 Implementation and Audit Readiness
• Duration : 12 months contract
• Role Overview : We are seeking an experienced Compliance Consultant to drive our NIS2 readiness program to completion. Much of the initial groundwork has been done — we need someone who can pick up the pieces, re-establish momentum, and lead us to audit readiness by December this year, focusing especially on our Budapest manufacturing site. This role requires both strategic oversight and operational execution, working closely with Compliance, IT Security, QA, and the broader organization to align our NIS2 framework with regulatory requirements. In addition, the consultant will work alongside an external vendor (to be defined) to establish and implement a structured framework for tracking compliance with relevant controls and standards. This collaboration will be essential to building transparency, consistency, and auditability across our compliance activities.
• Key Responsibilities
• Lead the NIS2 compliance project with ownership of deliverables and reporting.
• Conduct gap assessments and drive implementation of required controls and processes.
• Ensure audit readiness for our Budapest site by December 2025.
• Coordinate with site leadership and global functions.
• Support GxP-relevant IT systems compliance.
• Facilitate readiness assessments and audit preparations.
• Provide clear documentation and status reporting to senior leadership.
• Required Experience
• 5+ years’ experience in compliance, cybersecurity, or regulatory consulting under required experience.
• Proven track record in compliance projects within GxP-regulated environments (pharma or life sciences).
• Understanding of NIS2 Directive requirements.
• Experience with ISO 27001 frameworks.
• Knowledge of IT risk management and cybersecurity controls.
• Strong project management and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Fluent in English.
• Relevant Certifications
• ISO 27001 Lead Auditor
• CISA
• CISSP
• Personal Attributes
• Structured, pragmatic, and delivery-focused.
• Strong communicator with high integrity.
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced, international environment.