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Company Description

AFRY offers services within engineering, design, digitalization, and consulting. We are dedicated experts within industry, energy, and infrastructure, creating value for future generations. AFRY has Nordic roots with global reach. Our shared principles – Result driven, Client centric, Empowering, and Accountable – guide how we work, develop, and succeed together. Join us in accelerating the transition to a sustainable society.

We are now making a strategic push by forming the Defense segment within AFRY to focus on strategic resilience and security in the Nordics. For more info, read: AFRY strengthens its ability to support the defense sector with a new segment (https://afry.com/sv/nyhetsrum/pressmeddelanden/afry-starker-sin-formaga-att-stotta-forsvarssektorn-med-nytt-segment). Join our expansion journey for a stronger total defense.

Within our Cyber Security & Resilience unit, we work to protect critical infrastructure and develop sustainable security solutions for the future. We are now looking for a Senior Cybersecurity Specialist who wants to contribute to strengthening cybersecurity in critical operations.

Job Description

As a Cybersecurity Specialist, you will work with varied and meaningful assignments within both the public and private sectors. You will have the opportunity to contribute to the security of critical societal functions while developing your specialist competence.

Possible areas of work:

• Accreditation of defense systems
• Support customers within the defense industry and other critical societal areas
• Perform threat, risk, and vulnerability analyses, technical planning, and security assessments
• Implement standards such as ISO 27001 and NIS2
• Deliver technical reports
• Act as an advisor regarding information security management systems

Qualifications

You have an academic degree in security, cyber, IT, system development, IT operations, or a related technical field. You have worked for at least three years in the IT or cybersecurity sector and have experience with requirements management and accreditation. It is also important that you have the ability to act as an expert in matters concerning information security management systems. Since we work with various Swedish authorities and organizations, good knowledge of Swedish in both speech and writing is a requirement.

Qualifications:

• Accreditation and knowledge of FM KSF (Swedish Armed Forces Security Requirements)
• Worked with regulations such as Cybersecurity Act, Cyber Resilience Act, NIS2 Directive.
• Background in defense or other critical societal operations
• Experience from several different industries – this is an asset in the consultant role
• CISSP certified

Personal Attributes

We are looking for a self-motivated person who dares to make decisions and uses their competence and experience in a secure manner. You are a team player who supports colleagues with your specialist knowledge and has a humble and diplomatic approach. You act in a consulting manner, deliver high-quality results, and dare to take bold decisions in line with AFRY's values. Additionally, you are networking-oriented and receptive, with the ability to blend into different organizations and identify new business opportunities. We believe in the power of shared learning. Therefore, we create forums and scheduled time every week for networking and knowledge transfer – so that every employee can continue to develop and grow in their role.

Business travel occurs in the role.

We are looking for employees for our offices in Gothenburg, Trollhättan, and Solna.

Security Clearance & Education Verification

As we often work within security-classified assignments, this position may require security clearance and register control before employment. Swedish citizenship is a requirement.

As a baseline for all employment at AFRY, an ID check, reference checks, and education verification are always conducted.

Additional 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 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 opportunities 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 leading industry players and attend exhibitions.

CONTACT PERSONS

Denim Nygren, Section Manager Cyber Security & Defense, Solna
[email protected]

Nicklas Täck, Section Manager Product & Information Security, Gothenburg & Trollhättan
[email protected]

Ellinor Danielsson, Talent Acquisition Partner
[email protected]

The last day for applications is August 20, 2026. Selection and interviews will begin in August/September.

At AFRY, we drive change in everything we do. We believe change happens when brave ideas meet, when we collaborate, create innovation, and embrace creative solutions – that is how we create the future. We are constantly seeking qualified candidates who want to join our inclusive teams around the world. Become part of us and accelerate the green transition.