Head of IT Security Advisory and Services

Head of IT Security Advisory and Services

**Location**:Göteborg, SE, 417 15
- Lyon, FR, 69802
- Wroclaw, PL, 51-502**Position Type**:Professional- Transport is at the core of modern society. Imagine using your expertise to shape sustainable transport solutions for the future? If you seek to make a difference on a global scale, working with next-gen technologies and the sharpest collaborative teams, then we could be a perfect match.Who are we?
We, at Enterprise IT Security, are on a mission to secure the IT journey for the Volvo Group. We work closely together with stakeholders across several Business Areas (BAs), Truck Divisions (TDs), and Group Functions (GFs). While the BAs are responsible for driving the business, the TDs provide research, development, purchasing, manufacturing, and assembly. Within Volvo Group, the GFs own the Group agenda, provide strategic direction, and have global responsibility in group-wide functions such as IT, legal, compliance and security.
With Enterprise IT Security, you will be part of Group Digital & IT (Group Function). A global and diverse team of highly skilled professionals who work with passion, trust each other, and embrace change to stay ahead. Enterprise IT Security (EITS) works in close collaboration with both Group Security function and security functions within TD’s, BAs and GFs. Together we work to build a security posture that is best in class.
We are seeking a Head of IT Security Advisory and Services who will be responsible for building the bridge between our central Enterprise IT Security organization and various key stakeholder groups, such as our software development teams, business areas, and solution architects.
Your main focus will be building a scalable, repeatable framework to enhance our team's efficiency and effectiveness, reduce the efforts spent on individual solutions, and ensure long-term security compliance and readiness.

**Responsibilities**
- Serve as a trusted advisor to various business areas and technology teams on all aspects of IT security, providing insights, strategies, and recommendations to improve security posture and mitigate risks.
- Develop and implement a robust IT Security framework that can be reused across projects, promoting consistency, efficiency, and standardization.
- Oversee and lead the transformation of the team into a mature, service-oriented organization, where recurring aspects are provided as packaged services that ensure a standard compliance and IT security level.
- Collaborate effectively with different stakeholder groups, fostering a strong security culture across all levels of the organization.
- Influence strategic direction and develop policies that will facilitate and maintain compliance with both company guidelines and external regulations.
- Ensure the team stays up-to-date with the latest security systems, defenses, and vulnerabilities to keep our organization safe from threats.
- Guide the team through regular security audits, risk assessments, and testing to ensure the effectiveness of security measures.

**Qualifications**
- Proven experience in a senior IT security leadership role, preferably in a complex, global environment.
- Strong knowledge of current IT risks and experience designing and implementing cybersecurity strategies.
- Demonstrated ability to build and lead high-performing teams, manage cross-functional projects, and drive change.
- Exceptional communication skills, with the ability to explain complex security issues in clear and relatable terms.
- Ability to create and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders across the organization, influencing decisions and driving strategic initiatives.
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related field preferred

**Ready for the next move?** **Who we are and what we believe in**-
**Group Digital & IT** is the hub for digital development within Volvo Group. Imagine yourself working with cutting-edge technologies in a global team, represented in more than 30 countries. We are dedicated to leading the way of tomorrow’s transport solutions, guided by a strong customer mindset and high level of curiosity, both as individuals and as a team. Here, you will thrive in your career in an environment where your voice is heard and your ideas matter.**Job Category**:Information Technology**Organization**:Group Digital & IT**Travel Required**:Occasional Travel**Requisition ID**:9820**View All Jobs**

**Do we share the same aspirations?**

Every day, Volvo Group products and services ensure that people have food on the table, children arrive safely at school and roads and buildings can be constructed. Looking ahead, we are committed to driving the transition to sustainable and safe transport, mobility and infrastructure solutions toward a net-zero society.

Joining Volvo Group, you will work with some of the world’s most iconic brands and be part of a global and leading industrial company that is harnessing automa