Join Us in Shaping the Future of Battery Technology

Vianode is an advanced battery materials company providing sustainable anode graphite solutions for the battery and EV value chains in North America and Europe. Vianode’s breakthrough solution enables tailored high-performance synthetic anode graphite and holistic sustainability offering a 90% reduction in CO2 footprint. Vianode operates the world's most sustainable full-scale anode graphite plant for batteries at Herøya Norway.

The next step involves executing a multi-billion dollar phased investment program dedicated to establishing large-scale plants across North America and Europe.

Vianode’s long-term ambition is to supply advanced battery materials to 3 million EVs per year by 2030. Vianode is owned by the world-leading financial company Altor.

About the Position

In the role of a Cybersecurity Engineer at Vianode, you will play a central role in protecting and securing Vianode's IT and OT environments in accordance with our cybersecurity strategy and management system. We are looking for someone with experience and an interest in working with cybersecurity in the manufacturing industry, and who understands the challenges of maintaining 24/7 production 365 days a year. As a Cybersecurity Engineer at Vianode, you will be key to developing a robust, positive, and stable security environment, driving projects for security improvements, and ensuring that cybersecurity standards are adhered to. You will contribute to identifying and mitigating security threats, as well as ensuring that Vianode's security protocols and procedures are up-to-date and effective.

What we are looking for:

• Minimum 5 years of relevant experience as a Cybersecurity Engineer.

• Specialized technical knowledge that can help assess the current security status and identify vulnerabilities.

• Experience with operational technology is desirable.

Tasks/Competencies/Experience:

• Implement and maintain security solutions in line with cybersecurity strategies, guidelines, and standards.

• Operationalize security policies into actionable procedures, tasks, and technical controls within the organization.

• Document processes and ensure compliance with internal guidelines and external regulations.

• Set up and manage monitoring tools to detect potential threats and security breaches, providing real-time data and alerts.

• Conduct regular risk assessments to identify vulnerabilities and potential threats and present findings to inform risk management decisions.

• Analyze new threats and vulnerabilities relevant to the organization's technology stack, providing insights that guide strategic planning.

• Develop specialized training programs for technical staff, ensuring they understand security practices and the importance of their role in protecting the organization.

• Gather and analyze data related to security incidents, vulnerabilities, and compliance metrics, and report findings to guide decision-making.

• Develop and track KPIs related to security effectiveness, providing insights into areas that may require further attention or resources.

• Work with other IT teams, operational technology teams, and business units to ensure security measures are integrated into all aspects of the organization's operations.

Personal skills:

• Excellent listening and communication skills.

• Naturally curious and inquisitive mindset.

• Ability to remain composed in the face of unexpected events.

• Comfortable in working in a young company with ambitious goals.

• Holistic focus and results-oriented approach.

• Service-minded attitude with an independent and structured way of working.

• Comfortable in collaborating with geographically dispersed teams.

• Strong documentation skills for plans and completed tasks.

• Proficiency in both Norwegian and English, both verbally and in writing.

Location: This position is based in Oslo, Kristiansand or Herøya (Porsgrunn) and reports to Cyber Security Manager Vianode AS.

We process applications on an ongoing basis.

Interested? We look forward to hearing from you!

At Vianode, we believe in “The power of we.” The Vianode way is collaboration on every level. Together, we unleash a force greater than the sum of each one of us, and we acknowledge every individual effort in our shared accomplishments.

You are a great fit for our team if you:

• Take charge and enjoy being part of a fast-growing, agile, pioneering company that depends on personal initiative, responsibility, and drive.

• Like to challenge the status quo by being courageous and committed.

• Want to keep learning, personally and professionally, and continuously pursue opportunities to develop and improve.

Why Join Vianode?

Join us on our mission to deliver the most efficient solutions to reduce battery industry emissions. Together, we're pioneering anode graphite technology for a carbon-neutral society, paving the way for the green transition and a more sustainable future.

Apply today !

Vianode is an equal opportunity employer, committed to creating a diverse and inclusive work environment. We look forward to welcoming candidates who share our vision for a sustainable future.