Belgium’s industrial and operational technology sector is a backbone of the national economy, spanning manufacturing, logistics, energy, and utilities. These organizations increasingly rely on interconnected IT and OT systems, making them prime targets for cyber threats. Strong leadership in information security is essential to protect critical infrastructure, ensure regulatory compliance, and enable digital transformation. The CISOs and cybersecurity leaders featured here are shaping Belgium’s industrial security landscape, safeguarding operations while driving strategic technology initiatives.
Jo Basselier — Chief Information Security Officer, Aliaxis
Jo Basselier leads information security at Aliaxis, a global provider of advanced plastic piping systems. His expertise spans information security management, security engineering and architecture, IT audit, BCP/DR, cloud security, GDPR compliance, ISO 27001, NIST CSF, and NIS2. Jo focuses on developing resilient security strategies that align with both corporate objectives and regulatory requirements while fostering a culture of security awareness across Aliaxis’ global operations.
Maarten Keisers — Cyber Security Advisory Lead, Fujitsu
Maarten Keisers is an experienced cybersecurity specialist with a demonstrated history in the information technology and services sector. Skilled in software as a service (SaaS), business intelligence, and pre-sales, he combines technical expertise with strategic advisory capabilities. Maarten holds a Master’s degree in Business and Economics from Lessius Hogeschool Antwerpen and focuses on bridging technical solutions with business goals to strengthen organizational security posture.
Vincent Haerinck — Business Area Lead — OT Security, Toreon
Vincent Haerinck has spent most of his career securing the utilities sector, managing projects in production plants, distribution grids, and energy resellers. He specializes in information security, risk management, security architecture, and strategy. Vincent holds multiple certifications including CRISC, SSCP, CCSP, CISSP, CISM, CDPSE, and ISA/IEC 62443. His strong communication and technical skills allow him to translate complex OT security challenges into actionable solutions.
Steven Weytjens — Chief Information Security Officer, Ziegler
Steven Weytjens serves as CISO at Ziegler, a leading logistics and supply chain provider. Steven brings over 18 years of experience in IT security and architecture, managing both corporate IT and operational technology systems. His focus includes incident response, information security governance, cloud security, and aligning IT security strategy with organizational goals. He is known for pragmatic, results-driven leadership and fostering cross-department collaboration on security initiatives.
Timothy De Ben — ICT Infrastructure Manager & Chief Information Security Officer, DPD (Belux)
Timothy De Ben oversees ICT infrastructure and information security at DPD Belux. With over five years in leadership roles, he ensures technology strategies support business objectives while maintaining robust cybersecurity standards. Timothy emphasizes strategic thinking, collaboration across teams, and developing scalable security solutions that protect operational efficiency and business continuity.
Belgian Industrial & OT Security Leaders Driving the Future
The industrial and operational technology sector in Belgium faces increasingly sophisticated cyber threats, ranging from supply chain attacks to OT-targeted intrusions. These CISOs and cybersecurity leaders demonstrate that proactive security leadership is critical not only to protect operations but also to enable innovation and resilience. Their work ensures that Belgium’s industry remains secure, compliant, and able to grow sustainably in an ever more digital and connected world.