[Hiring] Director, Cyber and Digital Compliance @HBK - Hottinger Brüel & Kjær

Role Description

We are looking for a new Director of Cyber Security and Digital compliance with an aptitude for working in complex environments. Reporting to the Chief Digital Officer, with a dotted line to the CISO at the parent company, this position requires strong leadership, strategic vision, and technical expertise in cybersecurity.

The successful candidate will play a critical role in shaping and executing the company's cybersecurity strategy across hardware and software manufacturing operations, leading a global team responsible for GRC, Security Operations, and Application Security, driving initiatives to enhance the company's cyber resilience and protect against evolving threats.

With a strong commitment to security and integrity, we prioritize the protection of our systems, data, and assets. This role will oversee multiple teams, including Governance, Risk, and Compliance (GRC), Security Operations, and Application Security, ensuring alignment with industry standards and regulatory requirements.

• Cybersecurity Strategy and Leadership:
  • Develop and communicate a comprehensive cybersecurity strategy aligned with business objectives, industry standards, and regulatory requirements.
  • Provide strategic leadership and guidance to the cybersecurity team, fostering a culture of innovation, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
  • Establish key performance indicators (KPIs) and metrics to measure the effectiveness of cybersecurity initiatives and ensure alignment with organizational goals.
  • Form a part of the Cloud, Service and Cyber Leadership team helping to collaborate and define the overall strategy.
• Governance, Risk, and Compliance (GRC) including Digital Compliance:
  • Oversee the GRC team responsible for assessing and managing cybersecurity risks, ensuring compliance with relevant regulations, industry standards, and internal policies, including digital compliance requirements.
  • Develop and maintain cybersecurity policies, procedures, and standards, ensuring their consistent implementation across the organization.
  • Collaborate with internal stakeholders and external partners to address compliance requirements, mitigate risk exposure, and enhance cybersecurity posture.
• Security Operations:
  • Oversee the Security Operations team responsible for monitoring, detecting, and responding to cybersecurity threats and incidents.
  • Establish and maintain security monitoring and incident response processes, leveraging advanced technologies and threat intelligence sources.
  • Ensure the sec-ops team work closely with integrated IT operations teams to ensure alignment and coordination of security efforts across the organization.
• Application Security:
  • Build and oversee a new Application Security team responsible for defining and implementing robust security measures for software applications developed and maintained by the company.
  • Ensure the team establish secure coding practices, conduct security assessments, and provide guidance to development teams to mitigate vulnerabilities and ensure the security of applications.
  • Ensure the team collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate security into the software development lifecycle and promote a culture of secure software development.
• Collaboration and Stakeholder Engagement:
  • Collaborate with internal stakeholders, including business units, product development teams, and Digital departments, to integrate cybersecurity into business processes and technology solutions.
  • Engage with external partners, industry peers, and regulatory agencies to stay informed about emerging threats, best practices, and regulatory developments.
  • Serve as a trusted advisor to executive leadership, providing regular updates on cybersecurity risks, initiatives, and achievements.

Qualifications

• Relevant certifications such as CISSP, CISM, or CISA are highly desirable.
• Experience in cybersecurity leadership roles, with a proven track record of managing global teams and driving cybersecurity initiatives in complex environments.
• Deep understanding of cybersecurity principles, frameworks, and best practices, with experience in both hardware and software manufacturing environments.
• Strategic thinker with the ability to translate business requirements into effective cybersecurity solutions.
• Experience working with regulatory requirements and industry standards such as ISO 27001, NIST, GDPR, etc.
• Knowledge of emerging cybersecurity technologies and trends, with a commitment to continuous learning and professional development.

Requirements

• Ability to manage business risk and cyber requirements effectively.
• Strong leadership and communication skills, with the ability to influence and inspire teams at all levels of the organization.
• Ability to work with conflicting priorities and come up with creative solutions where necessary ensuring minimized escalations.

Benefits

• At HBK, we believe in freedom with responsibility, enabling a healthy work-life balance and continuous professional development.
• You will join an international team in an innovative and enjoyable working environment.
• You will join a Danish high-tech market leader with a strong global footprint and a growing presence in new strategic markets.
• HBK is a profitable and innovation-driven company where you can directly influence how we work, collaborate, and deliver world-class measurement solutions.
• If you thrive in a dynamic environment and want to shape the future of sound and vibration technologies, we encourage you to apply.