VP CYBER SECURITY & COMPLIANCE

Would you like to work in an international environment where you’ll make a difference every day? At Permobil, we’re looking for game-changers to join us as we innovate for individuals and develop the world’s most advanced assistive solutions.

At Permobil, the people who use our products come first. Our purpose is to create advanced assistive solutions that make the lives of adults and children living with disabilities more enriching. Our people are passionate about pushing the boundaries of technology to deliver innovations that improve lives. We are a sustainable and responsible business committed to continuous improvement, and our customers can trust us to provide market-leading solutions driven by insights-based clinical data.

Position Overview

Vacancy: VP Cyber Security and Compliance

Location: Sundsvall / Stockholm / Nashville

Department: Cyber Security & Compliance / Data Privacy Office

Reports to: CIO (part of Group Management)

Employment type: Full Time

About The Role

We are seeking a hands-on, operationally strong VP of Cyber Security and Compliance to lead enterprise-wide Cyber Security, Governance and risk management. This position calls for someone who will not only shape and define our cyber security strategy but actively drive its implementation and execution throughout the organization. The role combines cyber security leadership, compliance oversight, and close partnership with our legal and privacy teams, requiring practical engagement and direct involvement in daily operations.

In this role, you will be responsible for developing, steering, and hands-on execution of the company’s cyber security strategy. You will ensure robust protection of our digital assets, actively support the business in all security related matters, and lead our IT Crisis Management capability. You will be a member of the IT Management team, and you will play an integral role in the Data Privacy Office. Directly supporting privacy governance and actively drive compliance and ensure alignment between cybersecurity and privacy requirements through practical activities.

Within the Cyber Security function, you will work directly with a virtual security operations team made up of IT operational colleagues and a highly skilled IT Security Lead. You will also collaborate with external partners, overseeing and directly engaging with the technical and operational aspects of our operations to ensure they are executed effectively and align with our strategic objectives. Y ou do not have any direct reports in this role.

Key Responsibilities

Cyber Security Leadership

• Own and execute the company’s cyber security strategy, ensuring alignment with business objectives and emerging regulatory requirements.
• Lead the development of policies, governance frameworks, and security controls across the organization.
• Oversee risk assessments, threat modelling, and overall cyber risk management.
  
  

Regulatory & Compliance

• Monitor and interpret evolving digital regulations, with a significant current focus on NIS2, and other applicable frameworks.
• As a member of Group Privacy Office, you are part of a small group driving the privacy work within Permobil forward. You are collaborating with colleagues in the legal department on data protection matters, ensuring Data Privacy Compliance in all countries where we operate including supporting privacy-by-design initiatives.
  
  

IT Crisis & Incident Management

• Serve as the lead of IT Crisis Management, including leadership during major security incidents and coordination with internal and external stakeholders.
• Ensure that crisis playbooks, communication plans, and incident response processes are maintained and tested.
  
  

Business Partnership

• Act as a senior advisor to business units on cyber risks, secure digital development, and security related compliance matters.
• Support digitalization initiatives by ensuring secure and compliant implementation of new technologies and services.
  
  

Team Leadership

• Work closely with the IT Security Lead and technical teams, proactively building strong, trusting relationships and fostering effective collaboration with stakeholders across all areas of the organisation.
  
  

Qualifications

• Several years of experience in senior cyber security roles, ideally with strategic or managerial responsibility.
• Strong understanding of modern cyber threats, risk management, security governance, and security architecture.
• Experience working with regulatory frameworks such as NIS2, GDPR, and security standards (ISO 27001, NIST, etc.).
• Knowledge of Medical cybersecurity regulations for medical products.
• Experience in incident response and IT crisis management.
• Ability to balance strategic oversight with understanding of technical security.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to collaborate across business, IT, and legal functions.
  
  

What We Offer

• A key leadership role with significant influence on the company’s digital resilience.
• Opportunity to shape our cyber security direction during an exciting time of regulatory and technological change.
• Collaboration with experienced colleagues across IT, legal, privacy, and business functions.
• A modern, dynamic working environment and the chance to make a real impact.
  
  

Why is Permobil the next step for you?

• You’ll make a difference. Every day. Everything we do leads to understanding and improving the lives of our users. Through our evidence-based innovation, we make a difference to people’s lives.
• You’ll make your mark as part of our future. We collaborate with colleagues across borders to Innovate for Individuals. The impact you make personally could lead change around the world.
• You’ll feel welcome from day one. We’re known for being great colleagues, who are collaborative, fun and at the cutting-edge. Everyone at Permobil cares as much as you do about making a positive difference.
  
  

Application Process

We will conduct selection continuously so send us your application today or before July 30th at the latest!

Permobil is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. We welcome applications from all qualified individuals.

For more information about the position, please contact Katrin Blixt, CIO, [email protected]

For information about the recruitment process, please contact Zivile Mitkute, Talent Acquisition Partner, [email protected]

Please respect that we do not wish recruitment assistance or advertising, we decline calls from recruitment and advertising providers.

More About Permobil

Permobil founder Dr. Per Uddén believed that helping people achieve the greatest level of independence is a basic human right and, for over 50 years, Permobil has held fast to that belief. Permobil is a global leader in advanced rehabilitation technology, passionate about better understanding our users’ needs and improving their quality of life through state-of-the-art healthcare solutions. Today, those solutions include power wheelchairs, seating and positioning products, power assist, and manual wheelchairs.

Permobil is part of Patricia Industries, a subsidiary of Investor AB, and is headquartered in Sweden. Permobil has 2 000 team members in 18 countries around the world. For more information regarding the company’s storied history and complete product line, visit permobil.com.