About Patrick
I provide specialised consulting services in information security and governance, helping organisations strengthen their cybersecurity resilience and regulatory compliance. My mission is to deliver high-quality, tailored solutions that align with business priorities and reduce operational risks.
My services range from:
- Assessing information protection posture and identifying vulnerabilities,
- Designing and implementing a complete Information Security Management System (ISMS) aligned with ISO/IEC 27001,
- Supporting NIS2 compliance for Digital Service Providers and essential or important entities,
- Conducting risk assessments, defining security policies, and supporting certification audits,
- • Raising staff awareness and delivering targeted security training.
As a CISO as a Service, I act as a trusted partner to executive management, fulfilling all strategic and operational security functions:
- Defining and executing the organisation’s cybersecurity strategy,
- Managing information security risks, governance, and compliance,
- Overseeing threat monitoring, incident management, and business continuity,
- Embedding security within processes, projects, and supplier relationships,
- Promoting a strong security culture across teams.
Responsiveness, flexibility, and pragmatism are at the heart of my approach. I provide on-demand assistance for urgent needs, including incident response, security audits, and compliance reviews, helping organisations avoid penalties and maintain stakeholder trust.
This model enables companies to benefit from the expertise of a senior CISO — strategic insight, compliance assurance, and operational excellence — without the cost or constraints of a full-time executive.
French
Native or bilingual
English
Fluent
Dutch
Conversational
Can work on-site
Bruxelles (up to 50km), Lille (up to 30km)
Experience
- Autonomous public interest body of the Brussels-Capital RegionCISO as a ServicePUBLIC SECTORMarch 2026 - Today (3 months)Bruxelles, BelgiumAssuming the role of CISO as a Service. Supporting the organisation’s to its NIS2 compliance journey through robust governance, internal audits, and security awareness initiatives that strengthen overall resilience and regulatory alignment.
- Digital ServiceProviderInformation Security Expert / ISO27001 Senior Lead ImplementerDIGITAL AND ITOctober 2024 - Today (1 year and 8 months)Zaventem, BelgiumResponsible for establishing, maintaining and continuously improving the organisation’s Information Security Management System (ISMS) in alignment with ISO/IEC 27001:2022.This mission supports ISO 27001 certification and NIS2 compliance through governance, risk management and awareness initiatives.Key activities:
- Defining and implementing the ISMS framework, policies and standards across Belgian business units (Managed Services, Products & Solutions, Lease and Talent).
- Coordinating internal audits, compliance reviews and corrective action plans in preparation for certification by accredited certification body.
- Leading the development of the Information Classification and Protection framework, and starting the implementation project using Microsoft Purview, in collaboration with Group IT and the SOC.
- Supporting management in aligning security objectives with corporate strategy and regulatory requirements.
- Designing and delivering security awareness campaigns and training to foster a security-conscious culture.
- Acting as liaison between local management, Group Security, and external auditors/authorities for compliance and incident response.
- Nezha ConsultingManaging DirectorCONSULTING AND AUDITSOctober 2024 - Today (1 year and 8 months)Ittre, BelgiumWith Nezha Consulting, I provide strategic advisory and operational support to organisations seeking to strengthen their information security and regulatory compliance posture. The consultancy specialises in the design, implementation, and improvement of Information Security Management Systems (ISMS) aligned with ISO/IEC 27001, while supporting clients on their journey towards NIS2 and related European regulatory frameworks.With a pragmatic and risk-based approach, Nezha Consulting helps digital service providers, managed service companies, and other organisations translate complex security and compliance requirements into clear, actionable governance and technical measures.As a certified trainer and security expert, I also deliver tailored awareness programmes and executive briefings to foster a strong security culture across all levels of the organisation.Guided by the motto “Cybersecurity protection against malicious spirits,” Nezha Consulting combines technical expertise, regulatory insight, and strategic vision to protect what truly matters in the digital era.
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Education
- PhotographyEcole industrielle et commerciale de Braine-le-Comte2005Photography
- Bachelor of Science in Computer ScienceInstitut d'Enseignement Supérieur de Namur (IESN)1992Bachelor's degree, Computer science
Certifications
- ISO 27001 Senior Lead ImplementerPECB2019
- ISO 27002 Senior Lead ManagerPECB2020