Senior IT Professional with a Security-Forward Focus

Senior IT Professional with a Security-Forward Focus Drive Compliance and Manage Critical InfrastructureAre you passionate about IT and operational technology while leading the charge on cybersecurity and regulatory compliance? Join us to take ownership of securing critical industrial infrastructure, implementing cutting-edge security measures, and ensuring compliance with key standards like IEC 62443, NIS2, and the Cyber Resilience Act. This is your chance to make a real impact by shaping a secure and resilient future for our innovative, mission-critical systems.About NanoNordNanoNord is at the forefront of precision technology and innovation. We're building the future of industrial solutions, and we're looking for talented professionals who want to be part of something groundbreaking. We value diverse perspectives and believe that different experiences and approaches strengthen our team and drive innovation.What You'll DoAs the key owner of our IT systems, you will not only manage and maintain critical infrastructure but also drive cybersecurity strategy and implementation to protect our connected industrial ecosystem from evolving threats. You will work alongside teams to harden our critical IT systems and data services whilst guiding the company and teams on regulatory cybersecurity directives and compliance standards.Critical infrastructureOwn the end-to-end IT vulnerability management. This includes identifying, prioritizing, and contributing to the technical design and remediation needed across all servers, cloud environments, and connected devices.Manage and administrate the infrastructure critical for both development and operation services including critical server infrastructure, virtual environments, and data assets.Integrate critical security controls into our continuous deployment (CI/CD) practices, ensuring the development and deployment environments (e.g. GitLab, Azure) are protected and compliant.Ensure adherence to secure paradigms e.g. Zero Trust Segmentation principles.Automate IT operations essentials and configuration management.Lead and collaborate to implement robust security features for firmware integrity, encryption, and continuous effective anti-circumvention measures to protect product licensing and IP of the ecosystem.Guidance and ComplianceEnsure the security measures and configurations for our devices meet or bridge with industrial standards, including IEC 62443 or similar, specifically defining the technical requirements for hardened industrial computing solutions for appropriate security levels.Collaborate and drive continuous implementation and practical aspects of technical requirements mandated by the NIS2 Directive, relevant parts of the Cyber Resilience Act (CRA), and/or other applicable directives e.g. Radio Equipment Directive (RED), ensuring the ecosystem is audit-ready.Produce clear and practical, engineering-focused documentation necessary for compliance and certification efforts.Proactively partner with lead developers and engineering teams, offering hands-on technical guidance on secure coding practices and system resilience, thereby embedding security without becoming a roadblock for productivity and our business.What We're Looking ForWe're seeking an experienced IT and DevOps professional who shares our passion for innovation and intelligent systems with a desire to be influential and create daily impact! We welcome applications from all qualified candidates and actively encourage people from diverse backgrounds to apply.Ideally, you bring experience in some of these areas:5+ years of hands-on experience in IT and software development with focus on cybersecurity across both IT and OT in hypervisor and containerized environments.Demonstrated ability to transition seamlessly from strategic planning to direct implementation and system remediation.Practical experience or working knowledge of the CRA and technical implementation requirements for NIS2 and IEC 62443 or similar.Strong communication skills and ability to document, review, and justify decisions.Experience implementing, maintaining, or governing security processes in an organization.Detail-oriented while understanding business priorities.What We OfferCollaborative Environment: Work in flexible teams with a focus on the tasks at hand. Our interactive working culture thrives on face-to-face collaboration, which is why we prefer team members to be on-site. Home office arrangements are available on an exceptional basis to support our dynamic, collaborative approach.Comprehensive Benefits:Well-functioning canteen with quality mealsExcellent health insurance coverageAttractive pension schemeSupportive and inclusive team cultureGetting Started: The first three months will be a trial period, allowing both you and NanoNord to ensure this is the right fit.Ready to Make an Impact?If you're excited about this opportunity and believe you have the skills and passion to succeed in this role—even if you don't meet every single requirement—we want to hear from you. Join us in building secure, innovative solutions that matter.To apply, please send your CV and cover letter to: job@nanonord.dkQuestions about the position? Contact Chief Architect Klaus Refshøj at kr@nanonord.dkNanoNord is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates regardless of gender, age, ethnicity, disability, or background.