Ice Cream – Cybersecurity Culture & Awareness Program Manager

Note: Deadline for applying is 23.59 the day before the Job Posting End Date.

UNILEVER IS LOOKING FOR AN ICE CREAM – Cybersecurity Culture & Awareness Program Manager

Location: The Netherlands (Amsterdam)

Full-time: Yes

Local conditions apply  

For the recruitment of this position, we would like to emphasize that local conditions apply to the position and for this vacancy in principle we will consider candidates based in the set locations. If you are based outside of these locations and you are interested to apply, please feel free to do so but at this stage we will not take your application forward. We will only consider your application if a decision is made to also recruit outside of the set locations.

The Ice Cream division at Unilever is preparing to stand on its own, aiming to become an independent, EUR 8.3 billion publicly listed company by the end of 2025. We’re on a mission to create the ultimate snacking company.​ A place where growth, innovation, founder and ownership mentality, and performance are cultivated and rewarded. And where we craft extraordinary ice cream experiences - transforming ordinary moments into lasting memories.​ Because we know, life tastes better with ice cream.​

The Magnum Ice Cream Company is all about growth. Growing our business. Growing our customers’ businesses. Growing our people’s careers.​ Growth begins with empowerment. So we free our people to be innovative, responsible entrepreneurs, driven and equipped to give our consumers more amazing products and unforgettable moments – and having fun doing it.​  

With 19.000 expert ice cream colleagues and iconic brands like Wall’s, Cornetto and Ben & Jerry’s, loved in 76 countries, we are the world’s largest Ice Cream company leading the industry.  We have been taking pleasure seriously for more than 100 years, serving happiness with every lick or scoop of ice cream for generations.  

We are investing to unlock the full growth potential of The Magnum Ice Cream Company as a standalone entity, once we separate from Unilever, which is planned to happen before the end of 2025.  

We dream big but keep things simple to act fast.​ 

If you want to grow with us, make an impact, and shape the future of Ice Cream, this is the place for you! 

JOB PURPOSE

As part of our growth strategy, we are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Cybersecurity Culture & Awareness Program Manger to join our dynamic Global Information & Cyber Security team. This role reports directly to the Global CISO.

In this position, you will lead the global strategy and execution of cybersecurity education and behaviour change initiatives. Your mission is to foster a security-first mindset across our diverse, global workforce—empowering employees to make informed, secure decisions in their daily work.

You will collaborate cross-functionally with IT, HR, Communications, and regional business units to design engaging, data-driven campaigns that reduce risk and strengthen our security culture. This high-impact role blends creativity, communication, and strategic thinking.

You will play a pivotal role in shaping a secure, resilient, and compliant digital environment by aligning cybersecurity initiatives with business priorities, regulatory requirements, and emerging threats. As a trusted advisor to senior leadership, you will bring deep expertise in culture and behavioural change, a proven track record in leading large-scale transformations, and a passion for emerging technologies.

This role sits within the newly created Ice Cream Technology function, which is responsible for designing and implementing the technology capabilities required to establish The Magnum Ice Cream Company as a fully independent company.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Strategic Leadership

• Define and champion a forward-thinking global security awareness and training strategy aligned with business and risk priorities.

• Define KPIs and success metrics to measure program effectiveness and drive continuous improvement.

• Develop and execute a talent acquisition and retention strategy for our Cyber Security team, in partnership with HR, to ensure long-term program success and capability growth.

Content Development & Campaigns

• Design and deliver engaging, multi-channel awareness campaigns (e.g., phishing simulations, newsletters, videos, gamified learning).

• Create tailored training content for different audiences (e.g., executives, developers, frontline workers).

• Define and champion a forward-thinking awareness strategy and vision that supports enterprise growth and innovation which meets the legal/regulatory requirements of a global food manufacturing company and protects its business, people and technology.

• Partner with cross-functional teams – including Legal, Privacy, IT Audit, and business leaders – to embed security culture and behavior seamlessly into business practices.

• Serve as a thought leader across cybersecurity domains, anticipating and translating complex risks into actionable mitigation learning strategies.

Stakeholder Engagement

• Partner with regional security leads, HR, and internal comms to localize and amplify messaging.

• Serve as a trusted advisor to business units on secure behavior and culture change.

Compliance & Risk Reduction

• Ensure training programs meet regulatory and compliance requirements (e.g., GDPR, SOX, ISO 27001).

• Analyze behavioral data (e.g., phishing click rates, training completion) to identify risk trends and inform interventions.

Innovation & Thought Leadership

• Stay current on the latest in behavioral science, learning, and cybersecurity trends.

• Pilot new tools and techniques to keep content fresh, relevant, and impactful.

What You Bring

Education & Experience

• 5+ years of experience in cybersecurity awareness, training, or communications—ideally in a global, matrixed organization.

• Strong understanding of cybersecurity principles, threats, and best practices.

• Proven ability to translate technical concepts into engaging, accessible content.

• Experience with learning management systems (LMS), phishing simulation platforms, and analytics tools.

• Excellent communication, storytelling, and stakeholder management skills.

• Familiarity with regulatory frameworks (e.g., NIST, ISO, GDPR) is a plus.

• Degree in Communications, Cybersecurity, Psychology, or related field preferred.

• Information/cyber security certifications (CISM, SACP, etc.) are a nice to have.

Skills & Competencies

• Strategic mindset with the ability to balance risk, compliance, and business agility.

• Exceptional leadership, communication, and stakeholder engagement skills.

• Deep knowledge of cybersecurity frameworks, regulatory requirements, and risk methodologies.

You Excel At

• Adept at leading organizational change and fostering a culture of continuous improvement.

• Making informed decisions that balance risk, compliance, and business objectives.

• Influencing across all levels of the organization with clarity and confidence.

• Navigating ambiguity and turning complexity into clarity.

WHAT IS IN IT FOR YOU?

Unilever is the place where you can be yourself and bring your purpose to life with the work that you do – creating a better business and a better world. We offer an exciting & dynamic work environment where you can make things happen. Furthermore, we offer some great reward and benefits!   

• Attractive total remuneration package; excellent company pension, bonus and share scheme.  

• Flexible cross-disciplinary career opportunities and a wealth of training opportunities & wellbeing resources whenever and wherever.   

• Plenty of company-paid holidays to further ensure your work-life balance is maintained.   

• We encourage an inclusive culture, which comes to life with interchangeable public holidays, paid paternity leave of 6 weeks and our transgender policy.   

• Under the Hybrid Working principles, you will be expected to spend a minimum of 40% in the office or at customers, suppliers or partners to connect and collaborate.  For the time you work from home, we will ensure you are well equipped. When you are at the office, you can enjoy our tasty canteen with prepped food and own products. 

• Informal culture and being the first one trying our new products.    

• My Fitness Plan (reduction on your Fitness Subscription).  

• Home work allowance 

• Company laptop and mobile phone 

• Green Mobility Policy 

EXCITED?

Join Unilever and our team! To apply, you must do so online. Please do not forget to upload your CV and a motivation letter.  Your application will be reviewed against our requirements, and we will be in touch shortly after the closing date to provide you with an update on the status of your application.  

Looking forward to meeting you!    

Please note this is a Direct Search led by Unilever. Applications from agencies will not be accepted, nor will fees be paid for unsolicited CVs.   

Equal Opportunity Employer: Unilever is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regards to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, disability, age, parenthood, pregnancy or any other basis protected by applicable law, and will not be discriminated against.

By highlighting the gender diversity at the workplace, Unilever encourages women equally men to apply. If you look for a job after a long career break or after any type of leave, do not hesitate to apply.

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