Cyber Security Architect

At Fiskars Group we are unified and driven by our common purpose: pioneering design to make the everyday extraordinary. Join our team and seize the extraordinary opportunity to influence the everyday!

We are looking for an experienced security professional to join our Cyber Security & Data Privacy -team as a Cyber Security Architect. The position reports to Senior Manager, Cyber Risk and is part of our Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) team within our Digital & IT organization.

As a Cyber Security Architect you will be responsible for designing, evaluating, implementing and managing security architectures to support our business objectives while maintaining risks and enabling secure enterprise systems and processes within our Digital & IT landscape. You will focus on aligning security strategies with Fiskars objectives, strategy and Digital and IT plans, addressing both technical and business requirements. You will also ensure our security posture evolves with emerging risks and opportunities.

As a Cyber Security Architect your role will be to review and understand our current overall security posture, security measures and weaknesses, and to design target-state and roadmap in partnership with our Enterprise Architecture and IT teams. The objective is to build and maintain a holistic technical security architecture to ensure business continuity considering people, processes and technology related to securing data, identities, cloud platforms, application/software development, on-premises infrastructure, networks and endpoint devices. You will also participate in development programs including sourcing and procurement of relevant services.

Your responsibilities will include:

Business-Driven Security Architecture

• Define and maintain security principles aligned with enterprise architecture of Fiskars Group.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to identify and document security requirements aligned with business needs.
• Develop a comprehensive security architecture roadmap that addresses business goals, risk priorities, and technical environments.
• Ensure security designs support critical business initiatives and are traceable to business outcomes.

Security Architecture Development

• Design security architectures across all lifecycle phases, from strategy and planning to implementation and ongoing management.
• Develop architectures that address key security perspectives (e.g., assets, risk, processes, people, locations, and time).

Risk and Threat Management

• Identify, analyze, and prioritize risks and opportunities affecting enterprise security.
• Design appropriate controls and mitigation strategies to address emerging threats and vulnerabilities while enabling business agility.

Policy and Standards Alignment

• Develop and enforce security policies, standards, and guidelines aligned with Fiskars, regulatory, and industry requirements (e.g. NIST CSF 2.0, or relevant frameworks).
• Support integration of security into enterprise and solution architectures.

Solution Design and Implementation

• Provide end-to-end security design for enterprise solutions, ensuring secure integration into IT and operational ecosystems.
• Collaborate with IT, development, and operations teams to embed security into system designs and software development lifecycles (SDLC).

Governance and Performance Management

• Develop and maintain a security governance framework to ensure accountability and continuous improvement.
• Define and monitor security metrics and key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure effectiveness and alignment with business goals.

Ongoing Security Lifecycle Management

• Manage the full lifecycle of security services and controls, ensuring continuous monitoring, improvement, and adaptation to changing business and risk environments.
• Support security incident response, recovery, and lessons-learned activities.

Collaboration and Leadership

• Act as a trusted advisor to business and IT leadership on security architecture topics.
• Lead and mentor cross-functional teams to promote secure design principles and best practices.
• Maintain and enforce a balanced IT / technical security level as documented in the Information Security Management System (ISMS).
• Maintain IT security control framework together with other roles in Cyber Security & Data Privacy team
• Interface with the Fiskars Group outsourcing partners and support them in delivering secure services to Fiskars Group as agreed in the contracts.

What we are looking for?

• Bachelor or Master Degree in Computer Science (or equivalent)
• 8+ years’ experience in the cybersecurity architecture or related domain within challenging global environment.
• Strong working knowledge of IT and cyber security technologies and risks
• Understanding of how IT and business processes are linked
• Project or process management experience
• Strong mixture of experience in areas of security, including cloud technologies, software development, compute, network, endpoints, identity and access management
• Experience with Azure or other cloud platforms and their security tools
• Good knowledge of tools, technologies and trends in the market; you like to stay up to date on industry best-practices, trends and technologies
• Good knowledge of  security frameworks, governance, and compliance requirements (e.g., EU/GDPR,  ISO 27001, NIST CSF, CIS, ITIL).
• Relevant certifications like CISSP, CCSP or SBASA(SCF), ToGAF 10 
• Fluent written and spoken English – English is the working language

Skills we value:

• Strong understanding of security architecture principles, enterprise systems, and security controls.
• Proficiency in risk management, governance, threat modeling, vulnerability management, and security assessment methodologies.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Ability to translate complex security concepts into actionable business terms.
• Experience of managing other security, data or risk regulatory frameworks with a strong security focus (e.g. PCI DSS) would be a plus but not required.

Why Fiskars? 

In this role, you will have the opportunity to work as part of an experienced team of professionals with strong ambition to continuously improve our security posture and maturity. You will make an impact by acting as a subject matter expert, providing guidance to business stakeholders across the whole company. You help others to see the bigger picture, how things are connected and bring value to different business units to accelerate change. At Fiskars, you will get a great opportunity to use your skills and further develop yourself as a cyber security professional.

Last day of application:

2025-12-30

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At Fiskars, we value providing benefits that matter to you and cater to our diverse global workforce, no matter where you are in the world. While benefits may vary based on location, here are some of the incredible offerings you can expect when joining our team:

Competitive Compensation: We ensure that our employees are fairly compensated based on industry standards and local market factors.

Health and Wellness: Your well-being matters to us, no matter where you are. We offer various health and well-being focused programs and coverage, adapted to the requirements of each region.

Work-Life Balance: We understand the need for balance in your life. Our paid time off plans and flexible work arrangements and policies are designed to accommodate local customs and personal commitments, enabling you to thrive in both your professional and personal life.

Professional Development: We believe in nurturing talent and supporting professional growth. Through training programs, skill development initiatives and learning resources, we empower our employees to reach their full potential.

Inclusive and Diverse Environment: We value diversity and promote inclusivity. Join a workplace where your unique background and perspectives are celebrated, fostering collaboration and respect across all our markets.

Recognition and Rewards: We believe in celebrating and recognizing the contributions of our employees worldwide. Our recognition programs are designed to acknowledge exceptional performance and achievements, ensuring that your efforts are celebrated and valued.

Vested Interest: Through our Employee Share Purchase Plan (ESPP), you have the opportunity to invest in Fiskars Group and become a proud co-owner, sharing in the success and growth of the company.

Employee Discounts: We want to ensure our team members make each day the extraordinary with use of our products and offer product discounts across our brands.

Please note that specific benefits may vary based on local regulations, market conditions, and other factors. We are committed to providing competitive and meaningful benefits to our employees in every market we operate.

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Pioneering design to make the everyday extraordinary 
 

Fiskars Group (FSKRS, Nasdaq Helsinki) is the global home of design-driven brands for indoor and outdoor living. Since 1649, we have designed products of timeless, purposeful, and functional beauty, while driving innovation and sustainable growth. In 2024, Fiskars Group’s global net sales were EUR 1.2 billion and we had close to 7,000 employees. We have two Business Areas (BA), Vita and Fiskars.  

BA Vita offers premium and luxury products for the tableware, drinkware, jewelry and interior categories. Its well-known brands include Georg Jensen, Royal Copenhagen, Wedgwood, Moomin Arabia, Iittala and Waterford. In 2024, BA Vita’s reported net sales were EUR 605 million. Already 50% of BA Vita’s net sales comes from direct-to-consumer sales, comprising approximately 500 stores and approximately 60 e-commerce sites.   

BA Fiskars consists of the gardening and outdoor categories, in addition to the scissors and creating, as well as cooking categories. The brands include Fiskars and Gerber. In 2024, BA Fiskars’ net sales were EUR 547 million.  

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