Information Security Officer

Company Description
Vattenfall is one of Europe’s largest producers and retailers of electricity and heat. Our main markets are Sweden, Germany, the Netherlands, Denmark, and the UK. The Vattenfall Group has approximately 20,000 employees. We have been electrifying industries, powering homes and transforming life through innovation for more than 100 years. We now want to make fossil free living possible within one generation and we are driving the transition to a sustainable energy system.


Job Description
We at Vattenfall are serious in our strive to enable fossil free living within one generation. The energy landscape is in a constant change, as well as the continuously evolving security risk landscape. In order to ramp up and meet known and unknown challenges we are now looking for an Information Security Officer.
The Corporate Security & Resilience function aims to be a modern, flexible and agile security function with deep understanding and knowledge of current and emerging threats. The main task of the function is to provide governance and support throughout the Vattenfall Group in order to ensure mitigation of security related risks as well as regulatory compliance in the countries where we operate.
Security and resilience are of fundamental importance to Vattenfall, not the least given the current geopolitical situation. Working with a holistic security & resilience framework, at Vattenfall is a truly unique opportunity for the right candidate. The position will be part of an international team of experienced security leaders. The role will report to the Director Information & Cyber Security / CISO.
Main responsibilities
The offered position is a key role in developing information- and cyber security governance within Vattenfall. Together with a team of dedicated colleagues and consultants, you will:
Drive and shape the overall information- and cyber security framework within Vattenfall.
Develop and maintain information- and cyber security related policies, procedures and guidance.
Drive co-operation groups, plan, coordinate and participate in group-wide security initiatives.
Build up awareness and competence throughout the Vattenfall group.



Qualifications
We are looking for a security leader who engages with other key stakeholders to find the best solution to a challenge. As Vattenfall is an energy company, a solid understanding of information and cyber security and challenges within information technology (IT) and operational technology (OT) is needed. Communication and drive are key success factors. We see that our candidate has the following qualifications:
Master of Science in Engineering or equivalent educational background.
Minimum 5 years of experience in relevant positions.
Experience of security management in multi-stakeholder environments and with an international focus.
Good knowledge of Information-, IT- and OT- security management.
Fluency in our group language English, both spoken and written. Fluency in Swedish, German or Dutch is beneficial.
Good knowledge of EU and national authorities' working methods and requirements for the energy industry is beneficial.

The right candidate will be structured, analytical, responsive and equipped with sound judgment. Your educational and communication skills are at a high level, as well as your integrity and ability to keep focus on what is important for Vattenfall. You have a sound understanding of the technological and organisational challenges related to information- and cyber security and strive for finding ways forward. The person in this position can gain trust and commitment on all levels of our international organisation. The ability to drive change is imperative.
At Vattenfall, we are convinced that striving for diversity helps building a more profitable, efficient, and attractive company. Therefore, we seek a harmonious balance of employees in terms of gender, age, and ethnic and cultural backgrounds.


Additional Information
For more information about the position, you are welcome to contact hiring manager Björn Sjölund, +46 72-231 5982. For more information about the recruitment process you are welcome to contact recruiter Peter Blixter, +46 72 237 32 02.
Trade union representatives in Sweden Michelle von Gyllenpalm (Akademikerna), Jens Morell (Unionen), Christer Gustafsson (Ledarna), Juha Siipilehto (SEKO). To get in contact with the representatives, please call Vattenfall´s switchboard +46 8 739 50 00.
 Location: Preferably in a Vattenfall core business country.
 We welcome your application in English, including CV and cover letter as soon as possible, please do not wait until the last day. Applications may be handled continuously throughout the application period. Last day to apply is 4 December 2022..
Since Vattenfall is part of the Swedish critical infrastructure many of our positions are security classified. If this position is security classified the final candidates can be subject to a security vetting process, according to the Swedish legislation.