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Chief Information Assurance Officer (CIAO) – Information Security & Digital Resilience

BAE Systems Hägglunds Aktiebolag

Västernorrlands län, Örnsköldsvik

Previous experience is desired

46 days left
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Do you want to take strategic responsibility for information security and digital resilience?

The role of Chief Information Assurance Officer (CIAO) is crucial for ensuring the company's and our partners' compliance with cybersecurity requirements to protect our systems and data from potential threats.

Your future challenge

As Chief Information Assurance Officer (CIAO), you ensure that we strictly follow the rules and guidelines established by the company and its supervisory authority, FMV, in accordance with current legislation and regulations, both national and international standards, as well as other external and internal requirements that we as a company must adhere to.

Main areas of responsibility:

  • Lead the work with interpretation and practical implementation of processes for information security and cybersecurity compliance according to current standards, such as ISO 27000, CMMC, UK Cyber Essentials, and FMV ISM, among others.
  • Conduct controls and follow-ups of standards both internally within the organization and with subcontractors to ensure compliance.
  • Act as support in all parts of the business regarding information and IT security compliance, and contribute to integrating security into all business processes.
  • Provide specific support and advice to the CISO and security managers at each business unit regarding compliance and security strategies.
  • Be responsible for supply chain security from an IT and information security perspective, and support the implementation of security measures among suppliers and partners.
  • Support reporting on security to our owners as well as to FMV-Säk, and collaboration partners, ensuring that all relevant information is correct and up-to-date.
  • Collaborate with the rest of the security organization, certification bodies, and unit manager on issues related to IT security, information security, continuity management, and certification.
  • Drive and promote continuous improvements within the business related to information and IT security, and contribute to the development of a robust security culture.

Who you are?

We are looking for you who have several years of experience in similar areas of responsibility, with particular merit given to experience within defense industry companies, authorities, or public operations where the handling of security classified information (within the areas of information security, personal security, and physical security) has been managed in the role.

Good knowledge of current laws and regulations, such as:

  • The Security Protection Act (2018:585)
  • The Public Access to Information and Secrecy Act (2009:400)
  • The Industry Security Manual (ISM)
  • CMMC V2, NIST SP800-171, NIS2, EU Cyber Security Act and UK Cyber Essentials, ISO/IEC 27001:2022, GDPR, EU Data Act
  • Experience in technical cybersecurity auditing
  • Ability to communicate effectively and collaborate with various stakeholders in the organization and with suppliers
  • Certifications in IT or cybersecurity are meritorious, e.g., CISA.

You have your own drive and are used to working independently while valuing integrity and having good collaboration skills. We are looking for you who have an engaged and communicative work style and who are motivated by translating the laws and regulations the company is subject to into a functioning operational daily life. You have good analytical skills, are meticulous, and have a structured work approach.

You are fluent in Swedish and English, both in speech and writing, and hold a valid driver's license (Category B).

Travel is involved in the role, both within Sweden and internationally.

What you will become a part of

Here, you will have fun at work and no day will be like the other! You will get to be involved when the product is created from idea to when it rolls out to the customer. You will get to work with future technology in a global company where you have great opportunities for competence & career development.

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BAE Systems delivers some of the world's most advanced, technology-leading solutions within defense, aerospace, and security. We have 100,000 qualified employees in more than 40 countries. By working together with customers and local partners, we deliver products and services with military capability that protect people and national security as well as secure important information and infrastructure.

BAE Systems Hägglunds focuses on the development, manufacturing, integration, and support of a broad spectrum of military vehicles for customers worldwide. Our main products are medium-weight combat vehicles (CV90), armored terrain vehicles (BvS10), support and support, and electric hybrid drive systems for the civil market. Reliable, Innovative, and Bold are the keywords for our business.

Please read more about Örnsköldsvik and Höga Kusten at www.jobbaochlev.se (http://www.jobbaochlev.se/) - www.inspiration.ornskoldsvik.se (http://www.inspiration.ornskoldsvik.se) - www.hogakusten.com/sv (http://www.hogakusten.com/sv)

Contact Person

If you have questions regarding the position, contact:

Recruiting Manager Jörgen Hvid Hansen, Unit Manager IT, [email protected] (mailto:[email protected]) or Responsible Recruiter Annelie Öfverdahl-Nyberg, [email protected] (mailto:[email protected]).

We have limited availability during the vacation period (Week 28 - Week 31) and will resume the recruitment process when we return on August 3rd.

The position is a permanent employment with location in Örnsköldsvik or Karlskoga.

We work with defense secrecy, which implies both legal requirements and special requirements from our customers on us as a company. Therefore, all employees must undergo security clearance and drug testing.

We warmly welcome your application!

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