Senior Cyber Security GRC Officer

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About the Company

Avaron AB is a growing consultancy focused on technology, finance, and business support. We match your expertise with the market's most interesting assignments, offering a platform where your professional development is central.

About the Assignment

In this role, you will strengthen and evolve a global cyber security Governance, Risk and Compliance (GRC) capability. You will help ensure a robust, scalable security posture aligned with business objectives by developing governance structures, managing cyber and technology risks, and driving compliance with relevant laws, standards, and regulatory requirements.

You will work closely with multiple internal functions and external stakeholders to continuously improve services, processes, and controls-while acting as a clear and visible advocate for cyber security across the organization.

Job DescriptionContribute to the development and continuous improvement of cyber security GRC frameworks

Ensure governance structures and steering documents are accessible, understood, and adopted across the organization

Conduct and oversee cyber risk assessments at enterprise and operational levels

Maintain and regularly update central risk registers to enable risk-informed decision-making

Develop audit and control testing schedules and evaluate compliance levels and control effectiveness

Drive continuous improvement by identifying and implementing more effective and efficient controls and processes

Collaborate with internal teams and external stakeholders, including third-party vendors, to manage cyber security risks and ensure alignment with internal standards and contractual obligations

Act as a cyber security ambassador by making complex topics understandable and actionable for employees

RequirementsTypically, 5+ years in cyber security in a global enterprise

Typically, 3+ years in governance, risk management and compliance

Relevant education within GRC and/or information and cyber security (e.g., university degree, higher vocational education) or equivalent work experience

Good knowledge of regulatory compliance, preferably in a global market context

Good knowledge of cyber security best practices, standards and maturity models (e.g. ISO 27001, ISO 31000, ISO 22301, NIST CSF, C2M2)

Proven track record in risk management and reporting for global enterprises

Experience designing, implementing and governing cyber security frameworks

Experience working with auditors and QSAs in security assessments and certification processes

Strong communication and collaboration skills in English

Experience driving security awareness activities and building security culture

Proven change management skills

Nice to haveCISM, CISSP, CCISO or equivalent certification in information and cyber security

ISO 27001 certification (e.g. Lead Implementor or Lead Auditor)

Application

Selections are made on an ongoing basis, so we recommend that you apply as soon as possible.