Head of Security Assurance - Automotive Business

SKF has been around for more than a century and today we are one of the world’s largest global suppliers of bearings and supporting solutions for rotating equipment. Our products can be found literally everywhere in society. This means that we are an important part of the everyday lives of people and companies around the world. 

In September of 2024, SKF announced the separation of its Automotive business, with the objective to build two world-leading businesses. The role you are applying for will be part of the automotive business. This means you will have the opportunity to be a part of shaping a new company aimed at meeting the needs of the transforming global automotive market.

Head of Security Assurance 
- Automotive Business  

As the Head of Security Assurance, you'll be pivotal in shaping and executing our security assurance strategy within the CISO function. You'll ensure compliance, resilience, and adherence to industry standards, leading a team of specialists across various security domains such as ISMS compliance, regulatory preparedness, third-party risk, audits, data privacy, and awareness programs for both IT and OT. 

This high-impact role combines strategic leadership with hands-on responsibilities, maintaining and monitoring compliance frameworks to meet regulatory demands with the assurance team. You'll work cross-functionally with security engineering, operations, and resilience teams to deliver a holistic security strategy, integrating both reactive and proactive measures to safeguard our information, assets, and employees.

Main tasks and responsibilities

• Lead and drive efforts for security policies and protocols aligned with industry best practices and legal requirements.
• Ensure continuous ISMS maintenance towards ISO 27001 and other standards.
• Collaborate with TISAX PMO and other stakeholders for continuous TISAX preparedness.
• Identify, assess, and manage information security risks, developing mitigation plans.
• Lead ISMS and other compliance implementation through enterprise-wide initiatives.
• Lead global BISO or other equivalent roles governance for effective collaboration.
• Drive security awareness programs including e-learning, training, and phishing campaigns.
• Ensure readiness for internal audits and compliance reporting.
• Drive and maintain GRC reporting and risk management strategies with tooling projects.
• Collaborate with legal and compliance functions to meet security requirements.
• Ensure technical security controls meet compliance standards.
• Work closely with technology and business leaders to integrate security controls. 

Qualifications

• Deep understanding of security concepts and technical applications.
• Genuine interest in information security and awareness.
• Solid experience in IT operations or related fields.
• Problem-solving skills and ability to act decisively under pressure.
• Ability to analyse complex risks and develop resilience strategies.
• Thorough understanding of technical security capabilites
• Proven leadership in cross-functional teams and enterprise-wide initiatives.
• Excellent communication skills, with experience presenting to regulators and senior stakeholders.
• Relevant certifications (CISSP, CISM, CISA, ISO 27001, TISAX) are highly regarded.

SKF is committed to creating a diverse environment, and we firmly believe that a diverse workforce is essential for our continued success. Therefore, we only focus on your experience, skills, and potential. Come as you are – just be yourself. #weareSKF 

Our offer
We offer an opportunity to make a difference in the Automotive Business, working together with a highly motivated team that shares a mission to protect and secure, as well as contribute to the greater good of the company. You will have considerable influence over how and when you work, enjoying both freedom and responsibility to maintain a healthy work-life balance.

Some additional information

Location: For the right candidate, we are open to considering several EMEA locations within the Automotive Business scope, specifically Gothenburg (Sweden), Luton (UK), Saint-Cyr-sur-Loire (France), Schweinfurt (Germany), Houten, (Netherlands) or Airasca (Italy). 

This position is a global role and reports to CISO. For questions regarding the recruitment process, please contact Anna Barkin Johansson, Recruitment Expert EMEA, at Anna.Barkin.Johansson@skf.com (Please note that we do not accept applications via email). 
 
Is this you?  
If the answer is yes, please submit your application, along with your CV in English, by May 25th, 2025. 

At SKF, we are committed to promoting fairness and inclusivity throughout our recruitment process. To achieve this, we may include assessments and verify the information in your application in compliance with country-specific laws and regulations. If you have any questions or concerns, please do not hesitate to contact the Recruitment expert.