Chief Information Security Officer
Stockholm, Sverige
Type of Employment Full-time
Job position Safety engineer
Work model On location
Application due date 2 August 2025
Are you the one?

Company description

AFRY offers services in engineering, design, digitalization and consulting. We are dedicated experts in industry, energy and infrastructure, creating value for future generations. AFRY has a global reach with deep roots in the Nordics. Together, we are accelerating the transition to a more sustainable society.  

Job description

Would you like to take the lead in AFRY's group-wide information and cyber security work?

As Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) at AFRY, you have the overall responsibility for designing, implementing and managing the group's vision, strategy and governance within information and cyber security. In the role, you ensure that the company's information, IT systems and operations are protected against current and future threats. You will lead the work on information security within AFRY, collaborating and supporting other capabilities found within the other group functions and the three business divisions. This is an opportunity to make your mark on a global, publicly listed company. You will work in an exciting and challenging environment with great colleagues and great opportunities for personal and professional development. You will report to the Head of Security and Head of Group Security & Resilience, who is placed directly under the Group Management in the Group Legal, Risk & Compliance department.
The position is based in our office in Solna, Stockholm.

Qualifications

The right candidate will have at least 10 years of experience in information security, of which at least 5 years in a leadership role. To succeed in this role, we believe that it is a strong advantage that you have previous experience from an international, listed company. Furthermore, you need to have good knowledge of Swedish and English in speech and writing.

We believe that the right candidate has a bachelor's degree in computer science, information technology, cybersecurity or related field. A Master's degree is preferred. At the same time, you hold one or more of the industry relevant certifications such as: CISSP, CISM, CISA or equivalent.

We place great emphasis on personal qualities and are looking for you who are structured, process-oriented and have a good ability to plan, organize and drive the work to the goal. You are confident even in changing and uncertain contexts, have strong communication skills and the ability to argue objectively, build trust and reach out to different stakeholders.

You are a collaborative person with strategic and business thinking, who is driven by finding solutions and contributing to long-term development.

Further information

With us, you will have the opportunity to take part in:

  • Individual competence development plan in your area of excellence
  • Competitive benefits regarding pension, wellness and parental leave regulated in our collective agreement
  • Company discounts with external partners through our benefit portal: Benify
  • Frisk care contribution 4500 SEK / year 
  • A huge network of technical experts
     

If you have any questions regarding the position, you are welcome to contact Head of Group Security & Resilience,
Kaj Juhlin
via: kaj.juhlin@afry.com">kaj.juhlin@afry.com

The position is a permanent position. Due to vacation, selection and interviews will only begin during week 32. Deadline to apply is: 15/8. 

Welcome with your application and have a great summer!

At AFRY, we drive change in everything we do. We believe that change happens when bold ideas come together, when we collaborate, innovate and embrace creative solutions, that is how we create the future. We are constantly looking for qualified candidates to join our inclusive teams around the world. Join us and accelerate the green transition