Published 2024-10-03

Head of Information Security to Perstorp AB

Take the lead as CISO at Perstorp AB – strengthen and lift information security and data privacy in a leading chemicals innovator

Do you want to lead and drive the information security progress at a global company, passionate about sustainability and innovation? As CISO in the Group IT management team at Perstorp AB, you have a key role in protecting our business from today´s and future threats. We offer you a central position with the mandate to influence the security strategy in a company that is growing and developing globally. At Perstorp AB, we value your development and offer a work environment that promotes innovation, learning and collaboration. We offer the opportunity to work with exciting projects, international teams and a sustainability agenda at the forefront

The Opportunity

To become part of an organization imbued with the values: Care - Lead with heart, Responsibility — Do Right, Reliability — Keep the promise, Focused Innovation — Make it better
The opportunity to drive change and implement new security solutions
To work in an international environment where work-life balance is key to our well-being and success
An employer with great employee benefits; for example, insurance, health care, subsidized lunches and in-house gym

Office gym

Flexible workplace

Worklife balance

Career opportunities

Your Challenge

As CISO, you are responsible for the Information Security and Data Privacy department. Data privacy regulations are being strengthened outside GDPR and the EU and need global coordination in terms of regulatory compliance. As a CISO, you report to the CIO and are a key member of the global IT management team. In the role, you are also expected to act as program manager for the ongoing implementation of Petronas cyber security framework in terms of IT- as OT-environments.
This includes to:

Develop and maintain information security and data privacy for the Perstorp Group
Manage security- and risk- related aspects of data protection and of information security as well as the legal compliance of Data Privacy in global context
Lead in continued aligning and implementation of Perstorp Information Security framework with the PETRONAS cybersecurity framework.
Improve and align the Information Security Lead System to PETRONAS Cyber Security Governance Framework based on NIST.
Manage and coordinate data privacy activities for global compliance
Supervise and conduct internal information security and data privacy audits and audits of new services and products as well as assisting external audits

The Team and Workplace

You will be part of the Group IT management team and work closely with our Cyber Security Officer as well as our Cyber Security team, where we work in close collaboration with both local and global units. With us, you get a modern work environment with flexible working methods and the opportunity to influence the company´s security strategies on both a local and global level. You will report directly to the CIO and work closely with the IT management team. The office is located in Perstorp, with possibility to work remotely several days a week.

About You

To be successful in the role, we expect you to have deep knowledge in Information Security, as well as experience in leading security work in an international environment.
You thrive in a role where you can influence and drive change and look forward to further developing your leadership and security skills in a global context.

You have experience with security frameworks such as NIST, ISO 27001, CIS Critical Security Controls as well as legal requirements from the Data Protection Regulation. It is meritorious if you also have knowledge of legislation such as NIS directives and security protection laws. It is also an advantage if you have experience working with security in cloud solutions.

You create understanding, progress and trust though responsibility and clear, effective and engaging communication, ensuring that you engage different parts of the organization in safety matters.

As a person, you have a strategic way of thinking, a drive and willingness to support and find solutions. You are a structured person with great analytical skills. You are confident in communicating in Swedish and English both verbally and in writing.

Get to know Perstorp AB your soon to be employer!

Perstorp believes in improving everyday life – making it safer, more convenient and more environmentally sound for billions of people all over the world. As a world leading specialty chemicals company, our innovations provide essential properties for products used every day and everywhere. You’ll find us all the way from your car and mobile phone to towering wind turbines and the local dairy farm. Simply put, we work to make good products even better, with a clear sustainability agenda.
Founded in Sweden in 1881, Perstorp’s focused innovation builds on more than 135 years of experience, representing a complete chain of solutions in organic chemistry, process technology and application development. Perstorp Group is since October 2022 a wholly-owned subsidiary of PETRONAS Chemicals Group Berhad (PCG), Malaysia´s leading integrated chemicals provider and part of PETRONAS Group.
Learn more at www.perstorp.com

Interesting facts about Perstorp AB...

Since 2022, Perstorp is part of the global energy giant Petronas, which has opened up new opportunities for the company to grow internationally
The company manufactures a wide range of chemicals, ranging from plastic raw materials to specialty chemicals used in everything from paints, coatings, to agriculture and food additives.
Perstorp invests heavily in sustainability and is now developing bio-based chemicals and recyclable products as part of its sustainability goal of becoming climate neutral by 2030.

Distance to your future workplace

Perstorp Industripark, Perstorp. Open Google Maps to calculate distance and travel time to your future work location.

Career advice from your Recruiter Linda Segerman

The reasons why I think you should apply for this job:

Being CISO at Perstorp AB is a role that entails responsibility, but also the opportunity to really make a difference in a global, innovative and sustainable company
Perstorp is known for its familial and collaborative culture, where you will work closely with both the IT department and other parts of the organization to develop security solutions. You will be a key player in building a securityaware culture throughout the company

Contact me if you have any questions about this career opportunity!
Linda Segerman

Perstorp AB

Perstorp

IT Security

Individual Pay

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