Senior Cyber Security Specialist
Göteborg, Sverige
Type of Employment Full-time
Job position Safety engineer
Work model On location
Application due date 30 July 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.  

Within AFRY Cyber Security & Resilience, we are looking for an experienced and committed cyber security specialist who wants to be part of protecting critical infrastructure. With us, you will work in a national team with high competence, where we together develop sustainable security solutions for the future.

We are a leading player in cybersecurity, especially in the defense sector and socially critical operations. Our assignments are long-term and we work in consulting teams where knowledge sharing and development are in focus.

Job description

As a Senior Cyber Security Specialist, you will work with varied and meaningful assignments in both the public and private sectors. You will have the opportunity to contribute to the security of critical operations while developing your specialist skills.

Possible areas of work:

  • Supporting customers in the defense industry and other socially important areas
  • Conducting threat, risk and vulnerability analyses, technical planning and security assessments
  • Implementing standards such as ISO 27001, R-155/156, ISO 21434, Machinery Directive and NIS2
  • Deliver technical reports
  • Advise on information security management systems
  • Automate and optimize processes with tools such as Ansible and Python
  • Monitor and improve cloud-based infrastructures for high availability and performance
  • Responsible for CI/CD processes and collaboration with the customer's development and operations team

We are now looking for employees in Stockholm/Solna, Gothenburg and Trollhättan.

Qualifications

You have an academic degree in security, cyber, IT, systems development, IT Operations or a related technical field, or have acquired knowledge in these areas through professional life.

You have worked for at least three years in the IT or cybersecurity field and have experience in developing systems, operational solutions or working according to DevSecOps principles. You are used to technical risk management and planning, and have a good understanding of cybersecurity standards such as ISO 27001, R-155/156, ISO 21434, the Machinery Directive and NIS2. You are confident in the role of expert in advice that relates to information security management systems.

As we work with various Swedish authorities and organizations, good knowledge of Swedish in speech and writing is a requirement.

Mereiterative if you have any of the following:

  • Worked with regulations such as the Cybersecurity Act, Cyber Resilience Act, NIS2 Directive or DORA
  • Experience with OWASP/MITRE ATT@CK, D3FEND, EMB3D and NIST 800 series
  • Background in defense or other socially important activities
  • Experience from several different industries - it is an asset in the consulting role
  • Experience working with management teams preferably as a management consultant
  • ITIL certified 

Who are you?

A self-starter who is confident in making decisions and taking responsibility, while being easily adaptable to the needs of different clients. You enjoy working with others and are happy to share your knowledge with colleagues. With your professional and responsive approach, you add value both to the team and to our customers. You are also a person who builds relationships naturally, is curious about new perspectives and sees opportunities where others see obstacles.

You are a Brave, Devoted Teamplayer - and live by AFRY's motto, daring to make bold decisions and delivering top-notch results!

As we often work in security classified missions, this position may require a security clearance and registry check prior to employment. Swedish citizenship is a requirement.

Travel is part of the role.

Further information

We offer

At AFRY, we offer a modern workplace with a global perspective, collective agreements and a range of employee benefits. Our staff club, Club AFRY, organizes social activities to strengthen the community.

We are convinced that diversity strengthens us and strive to create a creative and successful workplace. We invest in our employees' development with individual development plans and the opportunity to take courses and certifications.

We believe in work-life balance and strive to create a healthy work environment. Perhaps that is why we are ranked as one of Sweden's most popular employers.

An inspiring work environment where we work at the forefront of Cybersecurity and participate in various development projects with top industry players and participate in fairs. Defense, Stockholm

denim.nygren@afry.com 

Ellinor Danielsson, Talent Aquisition Partner 

ellinor.danielsson@afry.com 

The deadline for applications is August 20. Selection and interviews will start in late August/early September  

 

 

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's 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