About the role
Security advisors are experts at protecting organizations against various security threats. They often have a background in IT security, criminology, or risk management and may have relevant higher education or certifications. Their role is to identify vulnerabilities and provide recommendations to improve security.Responsibilities
Security advisors analyze and assess risks, develop security strategies and policies. They conduct security audits, hold training sessions and crisis exercises, and provide support during incident management. Keeping up to date with laws and regulations in the security field is an important part of their work.Skills and tools
Security advisors must have a good knowledge of security systems and technologies, as well as an understanding of physical and digital security. They use tools for risk analysis, security management, and incident handling. Strong analytical skills and the ability to communicate security issues are essential. Common competencies demanded by employers are svenskt medborgarskap, informationssäkerhet and säkerhetsfrågor.