As Chief Information Security Officer at Arla Foods, you will own and execute the company’s cybersecurity strategy and roadmap, ensuring robust risk management and governance by defining standards, policies and controls for the first line of defence and leading the second line of defence. Working closely with Arla’s IT and business units, you will establish governance and control mechanisms to support our IT security strategy, promote a strong security culture and provide guidance on information security and compliance.
Responsibilities:
- Develop and maintain Arla’s cybersecurity strategy and roadmap, aligning it with business objectives and regulatory requirements.
- Define and implement standards, policies and controls for the first and second lines of defence.
- Lead the second line of defence and establish governance and control frameworks to ensure compliance and minimise risks.
- Provide high‑level direction and guidance on IT security, risk management and compliance to business units and IT teams.
- Collaborate with IT leaders, corporate risk, legal and business stakeholders to ensure a consistent security posture across the enterprise.
- Promote a strong IT security culture through awareness and training programmes.
- Lead and motivate a team of around 15 specialists split across Denmark and Poland.
Qualifications:
- University degree in computer science, information security or a related field.
- Professional certifications such as CISSP, CISM or CISA and deep knowledge of ISO 27001, NIS 2 and GDPR.
- Extensive experience developing and implementing cybersecurity strategies, risk management and governance frameworks.
- Proven leadership skills and the ability to build cross‑functional relationships and communicate complex security concepts to both technical and non‑technical stakeholders.
- Strategic thinker with a strong business orientation and the ability to balance risk and innovation.
What we offer:
- The opportunity to shape and execute the cybersecurity strategy of a global dairy cooperative with a strong sustainability agenda.
- An international and collaborative working environment with colleagues from around the world.
- Personal and professional development through training and exposure to cutting‑edge security practices.
- Competitive salary and benefits.
