IT Security & Risk Officer – Volvo Group Connected Solutions

Do you want to be part of a global organization leading the development of the Volvo Group’s connected services and solutions? For us “connected for efficiency, sustainability and safety” is much more than a tagline. If this sounds interesting to you, keep on reading!


At Volvo Group Connected Solutions we work at the forefront of connectivity with data from over 1 000 000 Volvo Group customer assets. Together with customers, partners, and the Volvo Group we create real value, not only for our customers but also for society at large.


We are now looking for an IT Security & Risk Officer to join our Cybersecurity department within Architecture & Security.


This is us, your new colleagues


Architecture & Security is newly formed, and we aim to set and evolve enterprise architecture, cybersecurity and privacy compliance via vision, strategy, tactics, and operational support. Through this we want to make sure that we have optimal architecture, technology solutions, and ways of working in area of connectivity to drive value for Volvo Group and our Customers in a secure and compliant way. We believe that by applying lean governance in a cross functional cooperation model, we can ensure insight in the current, the right decisions, and continuously improve efficiency while minimizing risk. One of our main tasks is to lead and continuously improve the area of Cyber Security at Connected Solutions to proactively reduce business risks from security related events. We bring people, processes, and technology together to protect against digital attacks and the constantly evolving nature of security risks.


The role


As an IT Security & Risk Officer at Connected Solutions you will work cross functional within Volvo Group Connected Solutions and other parts of Volvo Group. You will get the opportunity to further strengthen the Cybersecurity department and information security practices at Connected Solutions. Our scope is wide and stretches from security strategies to penetration testing and forensics work.


Your profile


We like to see that you have experience in areas such as development of governance frameworks, threat analysis and risk assessments, security design and architecture in cloud and hybrid infrastructure environments, cryptography, security auditing, incident & response, crisis management and forensic investigations. Preferably you have been working in an agile delivery environment with DevSecOps and if you also have penetration testing skills then this is a bonus. You will be part of a professional security network at the Volvo Group, getting the chance to exchange ideas and solutions with skilled peers on a regular basis.


We believe that you have operational experience from working in a global business environment. Strong analytical and critical thinking skills, personal credibility, integrity and creativity are crucial personal characteristics. You are a social person with strong relationship capabilities, have good communication skills and enjoy working with others in flexible team constellations. You are a doer, driver and a motivator for the entire organization. You have a passion for business, technology and information security.


You have a Bachelor’s degree or equivalent as the basis for your career. Working proficiency in the English language, both speech and writing, is a requirement. Working proficiency in Swedish language is a merit. The successful candidate will have shown a winning attitude and great persona in combination with a strong track record and references.




What we can offer you


You will be part of a team that creates great results through amazing people, strong relationships, and a high-performance culture. We are a team that lead and continuously improve the area of Cybersecurity at Connected Solutions to proactively reduce business risks from security related events. We who work in this team have a lot of fun and we all have a true passion to really make a difference.


Our main hub and headquarter is in Lindholmen Science Park in Gothenburg, a vibrant area that lives and breathes new technology like IoT, autonomous driving, electro mobility and digitalization.


Welcome to the heart of connectivity at Volvo Group Connected Solutions!


For more information please contact:


Sofia Skoglund, Director Cybersecurity, +46 76 5534054


Kindly note that due to GDPR, we will not accept applications via mail. Please use our career site.