Senior Information Security Consultant
Expires: October 15, 2025
ArkivIT is a leading Swedish consultancy specializing in digital archiving and information management with expertise in information security, data protection, e-archives, and registries. Since 2010, the company has expanded its services with a skilled team working nationwide. They focus on deep expertise, humility, and results to support secure and sustainable information management in both public and private sectors. This role seeks a senior information security expert passionate about making a real difference, working closely with clients to advance governance, compliance, and secure information handling.
Main requirements:
- Minimum 5 years experience in information security, preferably in both public and private sectors
- In-depth knowledge and practical experience with ISO 27000 series
- Good understanding of Swedish legislation related to information security
- Ability to work independently and build trust across various organizations
- Quickly familiarize with new organizations and gain trust
- Fluent in Swedish (spoken and written) and good English proficiency
- Relevant higher education degree
Responsibilities:
- Implement or further develop Information Security Management Systems (ISMS)
- Act as advisor or interim CISO for governance and regulatory compliance
- Conduct risk and gap analyses
- Contribute to incident handling and continuity planning
- Support organizations in compliance with ISO 27000, NIS2, GDPR, and other relevant regulations
Required hard skills:
- ISO 27000 series expertise and practical experience
- Knowledge of Swedish information security laws
- Risk and gap analysis skills
- Incident management and continuity planning
Recommended hard skills:
- Consulting experience
- Certifications such as ISO 27001 Lead Implementer/Lead Auditor, CISM, CISA or similar
- Knowledge of other information security frameworks and standards
- Experience in data protection work
- Project management experience and ability to lead assignments
Soft skills:
- Self-confidence in expertise
- Humility in approach
- Solution-oriented mindset
- Accountability
- Team collaboration and contribution to team development
- Clear and pedagogical communication
- Strong advisory and influence skills
Frameworks:
- ISO 27000
- NIS2
- GDPR
Natural languages:
- Swedish (Proficient)
- English (Working knowledge)
Cultural skills:
- Result-focused and humble work culture
- Supportive and inspiring colleagues
- Freedom under responsibility
- Flexibility in work location and arrangements