CISO Telia Finance

Are you passionate about safeguarding sensitive information in the fast-paced world of finance? Telia Finance is looking for a dedicated and experienced Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) to lead our efforts and activities within Cybersecurity, to protect our valuable assets and our customers. 

Does this sound like you? Apply today and join our team at Telia's HQ in Solna, Stockholm! 

Your next opportunity  

As our CISO, you will play a pivotal role in ensuring the security and integrity of our systems, data, and operations. You will also be a key person in the implementation of the DORA regulation that is to come in effect by January with the aims to strengthen the digital security of financial institutions, including credit management companies such as Telia Finance. As CISO in Telia Finance you will work in small and fast paced company with a clear strategy to further utilize our Credit Marketing license. In this role you will be reporting to Head of IT&Security. 

Key responsibilites:

• Owner of key activities in the DORA implementation project 

• Develop, implement, and own steering policies, instructions and guidelines related to IT-security. 

• Conduct regular risk assessments and security audits to identify vulnerabilities and areas for improvement. 

• Oversee the implementation of security technologies and tools to protect against cyber threats and attacks. 

• Monitor and analyse security incidents and develop incident response plans to minimize impact. 

• Provide guidance and support to teams across the organization on security best practices and compliance requirements. 

Is this you? 

To be successful in this role, we believe you have an IT background and possessing at least three years of documented, relevant experience in a leading role within IT security. You have hands-on experience in cybersecurity and regulatory frameworks such as EBA ICT, NIST Cyber Security Framework, ISO 27001, and Privacy/GDPR. We also believe you have in-depth knowledge of security principles, practices, and technologies, including encryption, firewalls, and intrusion detection/prevention systems, as well as expertise in cloud security. 

Telia Finance is a company regulated by the Financial Supervisory Authority and is subject to specific accounting and regulatory requirements. These roles require at least one year of experience in a credit market company or a similar field. 

We believe you have 

• A broad and solid IT-background, minimum 3 years of documented relevant job experience showing a leading role in IT-security. 

• Experience from cybersecurity and regulatory frameworks like EBA ICT, NIST Cyber Security Framework, ISO 27001 andand Privacy/GDPR. 

• In-depth knowledge of security principles, practices, and technologies, including encryption, firewalls, intrusion detection/prevention systems, etc. 

• Cloud Security knowledge 

• Experience working close to management teams reporting to both executives as well as in all-staffs 

• Advanced degree or certifications (CISSP, CISM, etc.) preferred. 

• Experience from IT security in a regulated environment. 

• Profound Swedish and English proficiency, both spoken and written. 

It's more than just a job  

At Telia Finance, we will give you the tools and support you need to grow both professionally and personally. We can offer you your next big opportunity in a creative, motivating, and welcoming company where everyone can be themselves, with equal access to opportunities. In addition to an attractive and inclusive work environment, we also enable flexibility and offer a wide variety of employee benefits. 

Here at Telia Finance we value personal development; for example, we offer Pluralsight to all employees as a way of helping our employees in their personal and professional growth. 

Interested? 

If you are a security professional with a strong drive to make a real and important impact, we want to hear from you! Please submit your resume and cover letter outlining your qualifications and why you are the ideal candidate for the CISO position at Telia Finance. 

If you find this interesting, don't hesitate to apply for this job. If you have any questions or just want to hear more, feel free to contact our recruiter Christine Wilén, at [email protected] 

Selection will take place on an ongoing basis and this position might be filled before the application deadline. In the last steps of the recruitment process, required controls will be performed.  

We look forward to receiving your application! 

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