Cyber Security Advisor

Swediumglobal; Stockholms kommun; On-site; SEK 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Swediumglobal in Stockholm, Sweden is seeking a Cyber Security Advisor with over 10 years of experience in cybersecurity, IT governance, and risk management. The advisor will play a critical role in integrating cybersecurity considerations into decision-making processes across the organization.

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science and proven leadership in developing security strategies and compliance frameworks. This role aims to enhance overall cybersecurity resilience and influence senior leadership on security risks.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in cybersecurity or IT governance.
• Leadership in security governance frameworks and policies.
• Experience in aligning data privacy with business objectives.

Responsibilities

• Act as a trusted advisor on cybersecurity for management.
• Align cybersecurity goals with business objectives.
• Lead security incident response at an enterprise level.

Skills

Cybersecurity strategy

Risk management

IT governance

Regulatory compliance (e.g. GDPR)

Vendor risk management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science

Tools

ISO 27001

NIST

PCI DSS

Job description

Swedium Global is a growing System Engineering and Solution Company headquartered in Stockholm, Sweden, offering industry solutions to clients across Europe. With a focus on flexibility, the company provides consulting services through onsite consultants and supports customers with offshore services via its dedicated software development centers in Poland, the Czech Republic, India, and Sweden. Swedium Global combines technical expertise with a commitment to delivering tailored solutions to meet diverse client needs.

Cyber Security Advisor Responsibilities

• Act as a trusted advisor to management and key stakeholders, ensuring cybersecurity considerations are integrated into decision-making.
• Ensure cybersecurity best practices align with business objectives and delivery goals without hindering operational efficiency.
• Provide cybersecurity expertise during projects and engagements to mitigate risks and enhance security controls.
• Work with cross-functional teams to enhance the organization's overall cybersecurity resilience.
• Identify, assess, and provide guidance on mitigating cybersecurity risks across business functions.
• Support compliance with relevant cybersecurity laws, regulations, and industry standards.
• Contribute to the development and implementation of security strategies, policies, and frameworks.
• Promote cybersecurity awareness and best practices among employees and stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Typically, 10+ years of experience in cybersecurity, information security, IT governance, risk management, or compliance.
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science (or related field) preferred alternatively equivalent work experience.
• Proven leadership in developing, implementing, and overseeing security governance frameworks, policies, and strategies.
• Experience in aligning security and data privacy with business objectives at a strategic level.
• Hands‑on experience with enterprise risk management, regulatory compliance (e.g., GDPR, ISO 27001, NIST, PCI DSS), and security program development.
• Strong expertise in third‑party/vendor risk management and security governance across complex business environments.
• Demonstrated ability to lead security incident response and crisis management at an enterprise level.
• Proven ability to influence senior leadership and board‑level discussions on security risks and strategies.

Other qualifications/optional certification

• Communication skills for stakeholder interaction and knowledge sharing.
• Understanding of business operations and their impact on security.
• The ability to analyze security risks and assist in risk mitigation efforts.
• Certifications such as CISSP, CIPM, CISA, ISO/IEC 27001 Lead Auditor.
• Additional specializations (e.g. AI Governance, Cloud Security, CIPP/E).

Job Overview

• Location : Stockholm, Sweden
• Vacancy : 1