IT & Information Security Manager

Reports to: VP Operations

Location: Hybrid (Antwerp/Eindhoven)

About eyeo:

eyeo is an innovative, fast-growing deep-tech startup bringing breakthrough technology to the image sensor space. Our advanced color splitter technology has the potential to disrupt a $25B market, enabling transformative advancements across multiple industries.

As we scale, security, IP protection, and controlled collaboration with external partners are critical to our success.

About the Role:

As IT & Information Security Engineer, you will own eyeo’s IT security, infrastructure, and engineering systems end-to-end.

This role is security-first: you ensure that company IP, data, and systems are protected while enabling efficient collaboration across internal teams and external partners.

You combine hands-on IT execution with strategic ownership, working closely with an external IT partner while maintaining full internal control over architecture, policies, and security posture.

Key Responsibilities:

1) Security Ownership

Own and drive eyeo’s IT security strategy and execution
Define and enforce security policies (access control, device security, data protection)
Implement and manage identity & access management (IAM)
Ensure secure data handling across internal teams and external partners
Monitor, detect, and respond to security incidents

2) IP Protection & Secure Collaboration

Safeguard company IP and sensitive engineering data
Enable secure collaboration with:
Foundries
Suppliers
External engineering partners
Define secure data-sharing and access frameworks
Manage risks related to distributed and cross-border collaboration

3) IT Infrastructure & Systems

Own IT infrastructure (cloud, endpoints, networks, identity systems)
Ensure systems are secure, reliable, and scalable
Standardize tools and enforce security best practices
Maintain documentation and system architecture

4) Engineering Systems & Data

Support engineering teams (CAD tools, simulation, data storage, compute)
Ensure secure setup of engineering environments
Manage licenses, storage, backups, and data flows
Balance accessibility, performance, and security

5) IT Operations & Support

Ensure smooth day-to-day IT operations across both locations
Provide hands-on support where needed (devices, access, troubleshooting)
Manage onboarding/offboarding with strong security controls
Act as go-to person for all IT-related topics

6) External IT Partner Management

Manage and challenge external IT/managed service providers
Define security requirements and ensure compliance
Oversee implementations, upgrades, and issue resolution
Maintain ownership of architecture and decision-making internally

7) IT Strategy & Scaling

Define and execute a security-first IT roadmap
Prepare the organization for growth (multi-site, scaling team, customer requirements)
Continuously improve security maturity and operational efficiency
Balance usability with strong protection of assets and IP

Qualifications:

· Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in IT, Computer Science, or related field

· 5+ years experience in IT, infrastructure, or security-focused roles

· Strong hands-on experience with:

Identity & access management (IAM)
Endpoint security and multi-platform device management (Windows, Mac, Linux)
Cloud environments (Microsoft 365, Azure, or similar)

· Proven experience with IT security and data protection in a company environment

· Experience supporting engineering or R&D environments is a strong plus

· Experience working with external IT partners / MSPs

· Understanding of IP protection and secure collaboration in multi-partner environments

· Startup mindset: hands-on, pragmatic, ownership-driven

· Familiarity with ISO 27001 standards and certification processes is a plus

Why Join eyeo?

· High Ownership: Own and define security for a deep-tech company

· Critical Impact: Directly protect IP and enable secure growth

· Scope: Security, infrastructure, engineering systems, and strategy

· Growth: Build the IT/security foundation for a scaling company

To Apply:

Please submit your resume to join@eyeo.tech.

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IT & Information Security Manager