Cybersecurity Engineer

Hitachi, Ltd.; Ludvika kommun; On-site; SEK 550,000 - 750,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working time

Health care and wellness allowance

Career possibilities within Hitachi Energy

Mentorship during onboarding

Training and education for development

Employee Benefit Portal with discounts

Job summary

HITACHI ENERGY SWEDEN AB in Vaesteras is looking for a cybersecurity professional to enhance HVDC cybersecurity posture. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor in computer science and at least 6 years of experience in IT or OT security.

This full-time role focuses on improving cybersecurity strategies, supporting various projects, and analyzing cybersecurity tool results. Join a diverse team and make a significant impact in the energy sector.

Qualifications

• 6 years of working experience in IT, OT or information security.
• Knowledge of the ISO 27001 standard and/or the NIS directive.
• Engaged person thriving in a constantly changing environment.

Responsibilities

• Improve HVDC's cybersecurity posture and offerings.
• Support many projects in parallel and streamline cybersecurity solutions.
• Help with implementation of cybersecurity tools and analyze results.

Skills

Computer science

IT/OT security

62443 framework

ISO 27001

Collaboration

Fluency in English

Education

Bachelor in computer science, IT- or OT-security

Job description

Location: Vaesteras, Vastmanland County, Sweden

Job ID: R0130589

Date Posted: 2026-05-25

Company Name: HITACHI ENERGY SWEDEN AB

Profession (Job Category): Engineering & Science

Job Schedule: Full time

Remote: No

The opportunity

At Hitachi Energy our purpose is advancing a sustainable energy future for all. We bring power to our homes, schools, hospitals and factories. Join us and work with fantastic people, while learning and developing yourself on projects that have a real impact to our communities and society. Bring your passion, bring your energy, and be part of a global team that appreciates a simple truth: Diversity + Collaboration = Great Innovation.

HVDC (High Voltage Direct Current) is a product group in Hitachi Energy, which develops, manufactures and sells DC transmission systems on a global market. HVDC technology is used to transmit electricity over long distances and for power transmission via submarine cables. It is also used to connect power systems.

The purpose of the HVDC Cybersecurity function team is to ensure and improve a high level of cybersecurity across HVDC, in our projects and service agreements. We are responsible for Cybersecurity outreach and awareness to our internal and external stakeholder groups across HVDC and for our strategic cybersecurity initiatives, including the Cybersecurity Certification program (IEC 62443 & others), organizational compliance programs, and cybersecurity projects.

We are interested to learn more about you and what you can contribute with son don't hesitate to apply even though you don't meet all requirements. A team with great cooperation and with diverse background is waiting for you to join!

How you'll make an impact

• Together with the team you will focus on continually improving HVDCs cybersecurity posture and offerings and advancing the implementation of the cybersecurity strategy.
• You will support many projects in parallel and you will, with the support of the cybersecurity team, help the projects to streamline the cybersecurity solutions.
• Help with implementation of cybersecurity tools, running them and analyzing the results.
• Be a part of the development of the HVDC Cybersecurity team.

Your background

• Bachelor in computer science, IT- or OT-security or equivalent
• You have 6 years of working experience from the IT-, OT or information security field, preferably from the industry sector.
• You are skilled in the 62443 framework.
• Knowledge of the ISO 27001 standard, and/or knowledge of the NIS-directive.
• You are an engaged person who thrives in a constantly changing environment and enjoys collaboration with employees, peers and beyond.
• Proficiency and fluency in English is required since you will be part of an international setting.

What we offer

• Collective agreement
• Flexible working time
• Health care and wellness allowance
• Fantastic career possibilities within Hitachi Energy both within Sweden and globally
• Mentor to support you throughout onboard phase
• Various trainings and education supporting employee development
• Diversified company with over 70+ nationalities working in Sweden
• Supplementary compensation for parental leave
• Employee Benefit Portal with thousands of discounts and perks

More about us

Are you ready for a new exciting challenge? Does the above description sound like you? Welcome to apply! Applications will be reviewed on an ongoing basis, so don't delay - apply today!

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