Security Architect

Novo Nordisk A/S; Ballerup; On-site; DKK 743,000 - 1,092,000; Full time

Job summary

Novo Nordisk A/S seeks a Security Architect focused on AI to enable secure adoption of AI across the company. You will shape a new capability within Cyber Risk & Resilience, translating complex security requirements into practical guidance for scalable AI solutions.

In this role, you’ll partner with AI, data, cloud, and application teams to define guardrails, conduct risk assessments and ensure secure architecture patterns. Denmark-based with global scope.

Qualifications

• A relevant degree or equivalent practical experience in information security, computer science, engineering, data science or a related field.
• 3+ years of experience in information security, technology risk or security architecture, or 1+ years addressing security risks in AI/ML.
• Experience in AI/ML systems, generative AI, cloud platforms, application security, data protection, identity, secure software development, threat modelling or risk assessment.
• Ability to understand technical architectures and data flows, identify meaningful security risks and explain recommendations clearly to technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Certifications such as AISec+, CISSP, CCSP, CISM or comparable AI/cloud credentials are advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Assess AI and generative AI solutions across their lifecycle including models, data, prompts and APIs.
• Apply AI threat-modelling to risks like prompt injection and data leakage.
• Collaborate with AI, data, cloud, application and platform teams to define secure patterns and guardrails.
• Perform modular risk assessments for AI, application and cloud architectures.
• Test and improve repeatable security requirements and review methods for faster, informed decisions.
• Translate EU AI Act and NIS2 into actionable security requirements with Legal, Privacy and Quality teams.
• Share secure practices via workshops, hackathons and internal communications.

Skills

AI/ML systems

Generative AI

Cloud platforms

Application security

Data protection

Identity

Secure software development

Threat modelling

Risk assessment

Education

Relevant degree or practical experience in information security, computer science, engineering, data science or related field

Job description

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Security Architect - Artificial Intelligence

Do you want to help secure the next generation of AI in one of the world’s most innovative pharmaceutical companies? Join a security architecture team that is challenging established ways of working, adopting new approaches quickly and helping Novo become the most AI-enabled pharmaceutical company. You will combine information security expertise with curiosity about AI, cloud, data protection and emerging technology—helping us turn fast-moving developments into secure, practical solutions.

Your new role

As a Security Architect focused on AI, you will enable the secure and responsible adoption of AI across Novo. You will help shape a new and evolving capability, working at the pace of AI development and constructively challenging current practices where a better approach is needed. Within the Cyber Risk & Resilience department, the Security Architect team partners with business, AI, data, cloud and technical teams to assess risks, define proportionate controls and translate complex security requirements into practical guidance for scalable AI solutions.

Some of your responsibilities will be:

• Assessing AI and generative AI solutions across their lifecycle, including models, data, prompts, agents, APIs and supporting cloud services.
• Applying AI threat-modelling approaches to risks such as prompt injection, data leakage, model or data poisoning, insecure integrations, excessive agency and misuse of AI-generated output.
• Working directly with AI, data, cloud, application and platform teams to define secure architecture patterns, guardrails and practical controls for AI-enabled solutions.
• Performing modular risk assessments that break down complex AI, application and cloud architectures, clarify data flows and show how risks accumulate across the solution.
• Testing and improving repeatable security requirements and review methods so teams can make faster, well-informed decisions as AI technologies evolve.
• Translating regulatory and legislative developments, including the EU AI Act and NIS2, into actionable security requirements with Legal, Privacy, Quality and Security colleagues.
• Building partnerships across the AI community, sharing secure practices through workshops, hackathons and internal communication, and continuously adapting our approach to emerging threats and frameworks.

You will have the opportunity to take part in seminars, poster sessions, hackathons and panel discussions, and to share your expertise with colleagues at all levels of the organisation. The role is based in Ballerup, Denmark, with travel to other sites for a few days per month depending on project activity.

Your Skills and Qualifications

• A relevant degree or equivalent practical experience in information security, computer science, engineering, data science or a related field.
• Either 3+ years of experience in information security, technology risk or security architecture, or 1+ years of hands-on experience addressing security risks in AI or machine-learning solutions.
• Experience in one or more relevant areas, such as AI/ML systems, generative AI, cloud platforms, application security, data protection, identity, secure software development, threat modelling or risk assessment.
• The ability to understand technical architectures and data flows, identify meaningful security risks and explain recommendations clearly to technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Relevant certifications or training—such as AISec+, CISSP, CCSP, CISM or comparable AI, cloud, application or information-security credentials—are an advantage, not a requirement.

You communicate clearly, approach complex problems with curiosity and pragmatism, and enjoy collaborating across disciplines. You are comfortable challenging assumptions, learning quickly and influencing decisions while keeping security guidance practical.

Your new department

You will join the newly established Security Architecture team within Cyber Risk & Resilience. Our mission is to enable secure innovation by turning complex risks into clear choices and reusable guardrails. We are building the function while delivering it: questioning established ways of working, testing better approaches and adapting quickly as AI evolves. In close partnership with cloud, data, AI, application, platform and business teams, we help Novo move confidently towards its ambition of becoming the most AI-enabled pharmaceutical company.

Working at Novo

At Novo, we're not chasing quick fixes – we're creating lasting change for long-term health. For over 100 years, we've been driven by a single purpose: to defeat serious chronic diseases and help millions of people live healthier lives. This dedication fuels our constant curiosity and inspires us to push the boundaries of what's possible in healthcare. We embrace diverse perspectives, seek out bold ideas, and build partnerships rooted in shared purpose. Together, we're making healthcare more accessible, treating and preventing diseases, and pioneering solutions that create change spanning generations. When you join us, you become part of something bigger – a legacy of impact that reaches far beyond today.

The position is based in Denmark, and the scope of work is global; limited travel abroad for may be required. You will be supported to perform at your best while being trusted to take ownership and make your voice heard. Here, you'll work with the latest AI tools and cloud technologies while being part of a transformation journey that's reshaping healthcare. You'll find a culture where experimentation is encouraged, diverse thinking is valued, and your technical expertise directly contributes to therapies that will change millions of lives .

What we offer

There is, of course, more on offer here than the uniqueness of our culture and the extraordinary results we produce. Being part of a global healthcare company means opportunities to learn and develop are all around us, while our benefits are designed with your career and life stage in mind.

For this role, the Annual B ase S alary ranges from 742,600.00 to 1,091,600.00 DKK, corresponding to the level of the position.

The placement within the salary range will be assessed during the recruitment process based on the candidate’s skills, competencies, knowledge, and relevant experience.

Deadline

12th of October 2026. Applications are reviewed on an ongoing basis.

We commit to an inclusive recruitment process and equality of opportunity for all our job applicants.