Cybersecurity Specialist
Cybersecurity Specialist
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About Us
We are on a journey to transform our digital capabilities bringing core business processes people data & technology together - an enabler for IKEA to become an even better home furnishing retailer in the future. A journey that needs passionate people who embrace change dare to question and want to make a difference. If that sounds like you come and join us. Together we can do great things!
About the role
We are seeking a Cybersecurity Specialist with expertise in network and cloud security to join the Cybersecurity Protection team in the Information Security and Data Privacy (ISDP) function of Inter IKEA Group. In this role you will collaborate with enterprise architecture information security and platform engineering teams to design guide implement and assess the network security controls in cloud on-premise and hybrid environments. This role combines technical advisory implementation support and stakeholder co-ordination activities towards integrating secure network architectures in enterprise-scale cloud migration and zero trust access initiatives.
More specifically in this role you will:
Define requirements design standards and security baselines for network security implementation in cloud and on-premise hosting environments based on enterprise architecture principles and reference architectures
Provide guidance and implementation support to platform and product teams in the adoption of edge and perimeter security controls including WAF SSE and DDoS protection for protecting Internet-facing applications and services
Define and manage implementation of network segmentation micro-segmentation and access control policies based on zero trust access principles to control access to applications and services
Review network architectures and solution designs for cloud and on-premise hosted solutions and provide tailored recommendations for migrating solutions to target network architecture
Collaborate with platform engineering teams to define and implement networking and security guardrails using Infrastructure as code and CI/CD pipelines as part of platform-level enforcement of secure-by-default cloud posture
Establish procedures for periodic reviews and validation of network security policy configurations and firewall rules in alignment with security architecture intent and security policies
Support security operations and incident response teams in defining playbooks for network-based containment and incident response actions and providing SME level support during incident response
About you
Are you a cybersecurity professional passionate about protecting large complex organizations against cyber threats and attacks Do you have a knack for spotting trends and finding creative solutions to complex problems If so then come join our small but fast-growing cybersecurity team at IKEA. Were a group of bright energetic individuals who are dedicated to making healthy and sustainable living more accessible and affordable for everyone.
As our ideal candidate you are an experienced cybersecurity specialist with a mix of technical implementation and advisory consulting skills in network security controls and technologies. You have:
5 years experience in designing and implementing network security architectures in a hybrid enterprise-scale environment comprising of on-premises central hosting distributed sites and public cloud platforms
Experience in analysing application connectivity requirements and guiding application development and support teams in migrating to segmented network architectures
Proficiency in assessing and implementing edge and perimeter security services including firewalls SSE WAF DDoS protection
Strong understanding of secure landing zone architectures and cloud policy frameworks for enforcing network and security compliance in Azure AWS GCP
Experience in developing self-serve cloud security capabilities for easier adoption of network security services by product developer teams
Excellent analytical and reporting skills with the ability to explain security risks and recommendations to technical and non-technical stakeholders
Solid understanding of emerging cyber threat landscape and associated attacker tactics techniques and procedures
About The Area
IKEA Operations Management builds up delivers serves and supports shared data and technology for the IKEA value chain. Together we build a digital foundation to enable our core business partners and franchisees to work more efficiently and create a rewarding customer experience in an omnichannel world. Inter IKEA is on a journey to strengthen our ability to protect the IKEA brand from cyber risks and threats by developing enhancing and implementing a set of cybersecurity capabilities.
About IKEA
At IKEA we do things a little different. We think differently. Act differently. And work differently as well. We like to break things. Like rules. And then make things. Like music-playing lamps. And beds disguised as sofas. Even plant balls that help us look after our planet. Its all part of our vision - to create a better everyday life for the many. And its been keeping our co-workers going for over 75 years. By 2030 we hope to help millions more look forward to going home. Maybe you can help us.
Are you looking for the challenge of your life Come on board! You can find more information about our digital journey at Technology and Digital Career Hub at IKEA
The IKEA culture and values are very much a part of our business and day to day work life. For you to thrive and grow with IKEA its important for us that you share our values! You can read more regarding our values and life at IKEA on our website or just watch this video: IKEA we are looking for people who believe everyone deserves a seat at the table. Youre welcome no matter where you come from what you believe and what you look like. We dont even care how you have furnished your home. Were interested in you simply because youre you. Even if your experience doesnt align perfectly with every qualification in the job description we encourage you to apply anyway. We believe that peoples different perspectives backgrounds and personalities make us better at understanding our customers dreams and needs. At IKEA were all on the same project.
If you have a special need that requires accommodation in the recruitment process just let us know.
Questions & Support Lets connect.
If you have any questions about the role please reach out to Ketan Sawant Cybersecurity Protection Team Manager at Inter IKEA.
You might have some questions about the recruitment process and we are more than happy to answer those! Feel free to connect with our Recruiter Sarah Arshad
Additional Information :
This role is full-time (40 hours per week) and will be based in Malm Sweden or Delft the Netherlands.
Interested Please send your CV in English by 17 June 2025 and dont forget to attach a cover letter telling us why you would be a good fit for this role.
We look forward to receiving your application!
Please note that we do not accept applications through email. We are looking for candidates with EU ready work permits for this role and will be recruiting directly (and not through contracting agencies).
Remote Work :
No
Employment Type :
Full-time
Employment Type
Full-time
