Senior Director IT & Security — Strategic Tech Leader

Lyten AB; Stockholms kommun; On-site; SEK 1,800,000 - 2,400,000; Full time

Job summary

Lyten AB is seeking a Senior Director of IT & Security to define the IT strategy, lead domain leaders across Operations, Business Systems, Data & AI, and Security, and enable scalable, secure technology across the organization. This role carries budget responsibility and reports to local management and global IT within a matrix structure.

The ideal candidate has 5–10+ years in senior IT leadership, with a background in manufacturing or complex operations, and a proven ability to drive global

Qualifications

• Educational background in Computer Science, Engineering, or similar
• Minimum 5-10 years in similar senior roles, preferably international, multi-entity and matrix environments
• Proven track record of driving global business transformation initiatives
• Experience in group IT structures, balancing local and corporate priorities
• Strong leadership with the ability to drive change and build high-performing teams
• Broad understanding of IT, data, enterprise architecture, and system integration
• Solid foundation in information security, risk management, and relevant regulations
• Experience in managing IT investments, vendors, and contracts to drive value and control cost

Responsibilities

• Define and maintain IT & Security strategy, objectives, and roadmap aligned with business priorities and group standards
• Enable and support department managers, ensuring clear ownership, alignment, and effective collaboration across domains
• Ensure alignment with group IT architecture, policies, and ways of working, balancing local needs with global standards
• Drive digital and system-related transformation initiatives, ensuring scalable, integrated, and value-driven solutions
• Ensure stable, secure, and efficient IT operations through clear accountability within the departments
• Oversee IT investments, vendor relationships, and sourcing to ensure value, cost control, and alignment with group frameworks
• Build a strong, collaborative IT organization with clear accountability, fostering ownership, development, and engagement
• Maintain strong relationships with business stakeholders and group IT, ensuring transparency, alignment, and effective communication
• Budget responsibility, direct reports, and authorization to decide on investments according to role and policy

Skills

Leadership

IT strategy

Stakeholder management

Communication

Data & analytics

Risk management

Education

Bachelor/Master in Computer Science or Engineering

Job description

Lyten AB is seeking a Senior Director of IT & Security to define the IT strategy, lead domain leaders across Operations, Business Systems, Data & AI, and Security, and enable scalable, secure technology across the organization. This role carries budget responsibility and reports to local management and global IT within a matrix structure.

The ideal candidate has 5–10+ years in senior IT leadership, with a background in manufacturing or complex operations, and a proven ability to drive global