Security Consultant – CISO for hire

mnemonic; Oslo; Hybrid; NOK 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking experienced security professionals to join their dynamic team. This role offers the chance to influence organizations by managing security programs and strategies while working closely with decision-makers. You will be part of a multidisciplinary team focused on governance, risk, and compliance, ensuring a secure digital environment for clients. The company values employee development and offers a supportive workplace that promotes growth, well-being, and work-life balance. If you're ready to elevate your career in cybersecurity and make a significant impact, this opportunity is for you.

Benefits

Informal working environment

Competitive salary

Share program

Bonus scheme

Professional training opportunities

Work-life balance initiatives

Social activities and events

Centrally located HQ

Inclusive environment

Attractive pension and insurance coverage

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of experience in security management or risk management.
• Strong communication skills in Norwegian or English.

Responsibilities

• Manage the day-to-day security program of an organization.
• Establish security strategies and manage cybersecurity risks.

Skills

Cybersecurity

Strategic Thinking

Effective Communication

Leadership

Problem Identification

Job description

Careers

Security Consultant – CISO for hire

We are looking for experienced security professionals with the ambitions to accelerate their skills, experience, and career within security management.

• Location: Oslo
• Job type: Full time
• Deadline: Continuous submissions

You should apply for this position if you are interested in cybersecurity, have a strategic mind, and are an effective communicator. Through learning from experienced colleagues and partaking in mnemonic’s employee development program you’ll be on your journey to become a successful security manager and CISO.

You will be working with

As a Security Manager and CISO, you will have a unique opportunity to influence organisations and to work with many varied tasks, including:

• Managing the day-to-day security program of an organisation
• Establishing security strategies and managing cybersecurity risks
• Planning and carrying out implementation of security measures
• Communicating with all security stakeholders, including senior management, B2B partners, employees, and relevant authorities
• Leading and contributing to a diverse portfolio of security projects

About Mnemonic

Mnemonic responds to the region’s most serious cyberattacks. We work side by side with Europe’s most important organisations and critical infrastructure to protect them from the cyberattacks they see today, and what they can expect to see tomorrow.

With close to 400 employees, we are amongst the largest pure play security companies in Europe, and continue to grow rapidly in Norway and internationally. In addition, we are continually ranked by Great Place to Work as one of Norway’s and Europe’s top workplaces.

What you will bring

The ideal candidate has a cybersecurity background from one of the following areas:

• Technology
• Audit firm
• Consulting
• Critical infrastructure (energy, transportation, etc.)
• Government
• Law
• Defence

Experience

Our ideal candidate has a minimum of three years of professional experience in one or more of these areas and a desire to gain knowledge in the rest:

• Security management
• Risk management
• Management systems
• Security advisory
• Technical security
• Vulnerability management (including penetration testing)
• Security architecture
• Secure development and operations
• Program/project management
• Internal control
• Audit
• Due diligence
• Privacy management
• Incident management

Personal Qualifications

• Good verbal and written communications skills in Norwegian or English
• Eager to learn and improve
• Ability to give and receive constructive feedback
• Leadership and management skills
• Good time management skills
• Good at identifying problems and understanding business needs

If you feel you have several of the qualifications we are looking for but that the profile is too narrow, you are welcome to send an open application.

Your future team

You will be joining our multidisciplinary National Digital Security team. Moreover, you will be part of the Governance, Risk & Compliance department (GRC). Together with your colleagues, you will work with customers on managing digital processes, security management, risk management and strategy, as well as compliance with privacy and security requirements. This means you get to be close to decision makers, and you will be considered a reliable sparring partner in strategic decisions. In GRC, you get the opportunity to work on projects and services across all disciplines in mnemonic.

What we can offer

• An informal and pleasant working environment that provides opportunities for growth, influence, and variations in tasks
• Competitive salary, share program, and bonus scheme that promotes a long-term employment outlook, including attractive pension and insurance coverage
• Opportunities for relevant professional training (courses) and conferences
• We place a strong emphasis on workplace well-being and teambuilding through social activities, events, and trips with colleagues. In addition, we have an inclusive environment that promotes work-life balance and accommodates families.
• Our HQ is centrally located in Solli plass with work from home opportunities
• A workplace that is ranked as one of the best in Europe. In Norway, we have been amongst the top 10 workplaces for 10 years in a row. This year, we won our category!

How do I apply?

Send an application to [e-mail] and include the tag "GRC CISO" in the subject field of the email. Include a description of why you are suited for the job, as well as your CV.

If you have publications or other texts you feel represent your competence, please include them or include a reference to them.

Applications will be reviewed continuously.

Background check

We use Semac AS for background checks in our recruitment process. It is an advantage if you qualify for a Norwegian security clearance.

Do you have questions about a career in mnemonic?

Get in touch with Recruitment at mnemonic.

• Email: [e-mail]