Alight

Head of Cyber

In short

This role leads and builds out a cybersecurity programme for Alight, a Nordic solar and battery energy storage producer, covering IT and OT security, incident response, and compliance with NIS2 and standards like ISO 27001 and IEC 62443. It requires 5-10+ years of security experience including 3+ years leading teams, hands-on OT/industrial systems security experience, and fluency in English. The candidate must be based in the Nordics with regular travel to Stockholm and operating sites; remote/flexible work or consultant engagement is offered as an alternative to permanent employment.

About Alight
Alight is a Nordic independent power producer focused on solar and battery energy storage, developing renewable energy assets that support the transition to a fossil-free grid.
Responsibilities
•Lead and develop the IT and OT team, own the cybersecurity roadmap, manage risk, and report to the executive team and board
•Strengthen infrastructure and operational technology security, including architecture, third-party access, and supplier requirements
•Develop detection and response capabilities, lead incident preparedness, and oversee compliance with applicable regulations and security standards, including NIS2
•Oversee security risks across operating sites and offices
•Develop security guardrails for AI tools and integrations, manage external partners, and promote security awareness across Alight
•Build and improve the security programme as the business grows
Requirements
•5–10+ years of professional experience, including at least 3 years in team leadership
•Hands-on experience securing IT environments, ideally including OT or industrial systems
•Experience leading security projects, incident response, monitoring, or security operations
•Good understanding of NIS2 and frameworks such as ISO 27001 and IEC 62443
•Confidence communicating security risks to senior leadership, boards, customers, and investors
•Strong ownership, practical problem-solving skills, and the ability to balance technical detail with business priorities
•Fluent written and spoken English
•Based in the Nordics, with regular travel to the Stockholm office and operating sites
Nice to have
•Experience in energy, utilities, or other critical infrastructure
•AI security experience
•A technical degree
Conditions
•Consultant engagement is available as an alternative to permanent employment
•Remote and flexible work

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