Space Defense Security Manager

Kongsberg; Kongsberg; Remote; NOK 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Pension and insurance

Flexible working arrangements

Security clearance support

Wellness programs

Job summary

Kongsberg, a leading space and defence innovator, seeks a Project Security Manager to integrate security into the Space for Defence program. You will work closely with engineers, customers, and authorities, taking ownership from planning to execution.

The role requires proactive, structured, and pragmatic individuals with strong communication and risk management skills. NATO/security clearance experience is valued.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Cyber Security, Information Security, Engineering, or related field; defence/security experience may compensate for formal education.
• Experience in complex technical, defence, aerospace or regulated environments.

Responsibilities

• Plan, coordinate, and execute security activities across projects.
• Collaborate with project teams to implement and follow up security requirements.
• Conduct security risk assessments and ensure mitigation measures are applied.
• Develop security plans and maintain risk registers and project documentation.
• Assist in handling classified information and sensitive assets; ensure regulatory compliance.
• Coordinate security activities with customers, authorities, and internal stakeholders.
• Identify security gaps and work hands-on with teams to resolve them.
• Support audits, reviews, and security assessments.
• Promote practical security awareness and best practices.

Skills

Security risk assessment

Security planning

Stakeholder management

Independent work

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Cyber Security

Job description

Kongsberg, a leading space and defence innovator, seeks a Project Security Manager to integrate security into the Space for Defence program. You will work closely with engineers, customers, and authorities, taking ownership from planning to execution.

The role requires proactive, structured, and pragmatic individuals with strong communication and risk management skills. NATO/security clearance experience is valued.