Security Manager

Security Manager

  

This role has been designed as ‘Hybrid’ with an expectation that you will work on average 2 days per week from an HPE office.

Job Description:

   

Job scope/summary: Security Manager to support and process Danish Government, EU, and NATO security clearances, ensuring compliance with all legal and organizational requirements, and to support HPE Denmark in fulfilling secure customer driven security requirements. The role involves liaising with authorities such as the Danish Security and Intelligence Service (PET), the Danish Defense Intelligence Service (DDIS/FE), NATO and EU agencies, maintaining vetting records, and advising the business on security processes, always acting with the highest level of confidentiality. Candidates must be Danish, Norwegian or Finnish nationals, eligible for security clearance, and ideally bring prior experience of Government vetting procedures and security practices.

Job specifics/responsibilities:

• Provide support and process all types of security vetting required by the Danish Government, EU, and NATO (new applications, transfers, extensions, renewals).

• Liaise with the relevant Danish Government authorities and other security authorities as appropriate.

• Support the business with advice and guidance in coordination with Government Security Services (GSS).

• Consult and provide assessment on the actions needed in accordance with applicable regulations and be a point of contact in relation to the certification/audits for internal and external related parties, BUs, functions, customers, leaders, team members and other applicable stakeholders.

• Maintain physical and electronic vetting records, ensuring timely renewals as well as tracking records for all relevant certifications, activities, and appropriate security training, for audits and other requirements, on an ongoing basis. Assist security clearance applicants and act as an SME in collating required documentation for the clearance process, including questionnaires, consents, diplomas, certificates, official notes, medical documentation, and notarized declarations, etc. as mandated by Danish law.

• Manage record keeping and control of Aftercare Incident Reporting.

• Manage the ISO 27001 certification process for HPE Denmark and the Nordic Cluster, to include identifying and mitigating information security risks, managing and coordinating the audit process and supporting senior management and other stakeholders as required.

• Attend internal and external stakeholder meetings, acting as an SME for all security related matters.

• Manage a Secure Compartmentalized Information Facility in accordance with Danish PET/DDIS/FE requirements.

• Fostering and promoting a security culture and best security practices across the company in accordance with GSS and HPE policies and procedures.

Key deliverables/accountabilities:

• The role directly supports compliance with Danish Government, EU, and NATO security requirements.

• Ensures accurate and timely processing of security vetting applications, enabling the organization to meet legal and contractual obligations.

• Builds strong relationships with key stakeholders including PET, DDIS/FE, and internal security clearance applicants, ensuring a smooth and compliant clearance application process.

• Act as an SME in safeguarding the organization’s security reputation and ability to operate securely within sensitive environments.

• Candidates must be Danish, Norwegian or Finnish nationals.

• Must be willing and eligible to undergo appropriate Danish, Norwegian or Finnish security clearance successfully.

Working relationships:

Internal:

• GSS, Delivery, Sales, A&PS, HR, Privacy Functions/Business Units & Danish MD/Senior Leadership Team

External:

• Danish Govt, EU & NATO departments as appropriate.

Education (degree) and professional experience required:

• Prior knowledge and experience with Danish government security vetting processes; at least 1 year in a similar role is an advantage.

• Experience of ISO 27001 standards and controls.

• Strong background in similar roles requiring strict confidentiality and secure handling of sensitive information.

• University degree preferred.

Other requirements:

• Fluent in written and verbal English.

• Understanding of EU GDPR and the Personal Data Protection Act (PDPA), and applicable Danish legislation and regulatory requirements.

• Experience in handling sensitive Personal Identifiable Information in a secure and controlled way.

Personal skills and qualities:

• Ability to develop effective working relationships with colleagues, partners, and authorities.

• Professionalism in handling adversarial or sensitive situations.

• Strong risk identification and evaluation skills, with capacity for proportionate action.

• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written, with the ability to produce accurate reports.

• Excellent organizational and prioritization skills, with ability to manage own workload.

• Commitment to continuous improvement and maintaining professional standards.

• Must act with absolute discretion and confidentiality.

Technical skills:

• Ability to interpret and apply regulations and guidance to specific activities.

• Skilled in the use of IT packages, systems, and databases.

• MS Office

Accountability, Accountability, Active Learning, Active Listening, Bias, Coaching, Community Organization, Creativity, Critical Thinking, Data Analysis Management, Data Collection Management (Inactive), Design Thinking, Educational Institutions, Empathy, External Communication, Follow-Through, Government Relations, Growth Mindset, Intellectual Curiosity (Inactive), Long Term Planning, Managing Ambiguity, Personal Initiative, Philanthropy, Policy and procedures, Prioritization {+ 4 more}

Health & Wellbeing

We strive to provide our team members and their loved ones with a comprehensive suite of benefits that supports their physical, financial and emotional wellbeing.

Personal & Professional Development

We also invest in your career because the better you are, the better we all are. We have specific programs catered to helping you reach any career goals you have — whether you want to become a knowledge expert in your field or apply your skills to another division.

Unconditional Inclusion

We are unconditionally inclusive in the way we work and celebrate individual uniqueness. We know varied backgrounds are valued and succeed here. We have the flexibility to manage our work and personal needs. We make bold moves, together, and are a force for good.

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Job:

Corporate Administration

Job Level:

Expert

    

    

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