Cyber Security Manager

Kristian Norvoll Klokk; Tennfjord; On-site; NOK 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension plan

Lunch subsidy

Gym membership

Occupational health service

WFH flexibility

Phone usage

Parking

Job summary

VARD Electro, a leading supplier of maritime electrical systems, is seeking a Cyber Security Manager to oversee cyber governance, compliance, and product security across its portfolio. You will drive our cyber roadmap and ensure secure products and services for global operations.

The role requires deep experience with IT/OT cyber security, maritime regulations, and frameworks such as IEC 62443 and NIST CSF.

Qualifications

• Higher education or equivalent experience in cyber security.
• Experience with cyber security in IT and/or OT environments.
• Knowledge of maritime cyber security requirements and regulations.
• Familiarity with IEC 62443, NIST CSF, and IACS E26/E27.
• Experience with cyber risk assessments, secure product development, and certification processes.
• Experience with team management.

Responsibilities

• Own and maintain Vard Electro's cyber security roadmap.
• Ensure compliance with IACS UR E26/E27, IEC 62443, EU CRA and other standards.
• Lead cyber type approval and cyber certification activities with classification societies.
• Define and manage cyber security requirements through the product lifecycle.
• Support product managers and dev teams in secure-by-design.
• Drive supplier and supply chain cyber security requirements.
• Identify and develop new cyber security products and services.
• Lead and develop the Cyber Security team.

Skills

Cyber security experience

Maritime cyber security

Frameworks IEC/NIST

Risk assessments & secure dev

Team management

Higher education

Education

Higher education or equivalent

Job description

At VARD, we create innovative and sustainable solutions for the global maritime industry. Through strong engineering expertise, cutting-edge technology, and close collaboration, we design and build some of the world’s most advanced vessels.

At the same time, we believe our people are our greatest strength. We foster an inclusive and supportive work environment where talent can grow, ideas are valued, and individuals are empowered to make a difference.

VARD Electro is a leading supplier of maritime electrical systems, automation, integration, and energy solutions for vessels operating worldwide. With a strong focus on innovation, digitalization, and sustainability, we develop advanced technologies that help our customers improve efficiency, safety, and environmental performance. As part of the VARD Group, we work closely with shipowners, designers, and shipyards to shape the future of the maritime industry.

We are currently looking for aCyber Security Managerto join our team. In this role, you will have the opportunity to apply your expertise, collaborate with skilled colleagues, and contribute to exciting projects across the VARD value chain.

Ready to make an impact at VARD?

Duties and responsibilities

The Cyber Security Manager will be responsible for cyber security governance, compliance, and product security across Vard Electro's portfolio. You will drive our cyber roadmap, ensure compliance with industry regulations, and contribute to the development of secure products and cyber-related services.

• Own and maintain Vard Electro's cyber security roadmap.
• Ensure compliance with IACS UR E26/E27, IEC 62443, EU Cyber Resilience Act (CRA), and other relevant standards, laws, rules and regulations.
• Lead Cyber Type Approval and cyber certification activities with classification societies.
• Define and manage cyber security requirements throughout the product lifecycle.
• Support Product Managers and development teams in implementing secure-by-design principles.
• Drive supplier and supply chain cyber security requirements.
• Identify and develop new cyber security products, services, and commercial offerings.
• Lead and develop the Cyber Security team.
• Potentially assume product management responsibility for future cyber security products and services

Qualifications

• Relevant higher education or equivalent experience.
• Experience with cyber security in IT and/or OT environments.
• Knowledge of maritime cyber security requirements and regulations.
• Familiarity with frameworks such as IEC 62443, NIST CSF, and IACS E26/E27.
• Experience with cyber risk assessments, secure product development, and certification processes.
• Experience with team management

VARD works systematically for inclusion and diversity and encourage everyone to apply, even if your competence does not match 100% the above.

This employment will require a background check, or security clearance by the Norwegian National Security Authority.

Personal qualities

• Identify yourself with the VARD values Craftmanship, Salesmanship and Fellowship.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Strategic and business-oriented mindset.
• Analytical and structured.
• Self-driven team player with leadership capabilities.

Our commitment to you

• A good working environment with exciting and important tasks in an international environment
• Competitive pension scheme and insurance package
• Subsidized lunch in the office canteen
• Subsidized membership at the gym
• Occupational health service
• Flexible work from home policy
• Free mobile phone usage
• Central office location and free parking
• We understand the importance of continuous learning and we strive to give you the chance to gain new skills and further develop your career

VARD recognizes the importance of having fun at work, this is why with Social by VARD you will have the chance to bond with colleagues through new experiences and shared interests. The social offer varies throughout the year and includes activities like 'walk and talk' during lunch hours, fjord cruises, cooking lessons, go karting, football practices and wine tasting, just to name a few.
With the right blend offun, expertise and hard work, we are creating ships for the future.Join us!

Contacts

Kristian Norvoll Klokk,VP Product Development, Ship Technology,[phone]

Location

Tennfjordvegen 113
6264Tennfjord

Key information:

Employer: Vard Electro AS
Reference number: 5180889601
Percentage of full-time: 100%
Regular
Application deadline: 30/09/2026