Cybersecurity & Compliance Specialist

WHO WE ARE:

Heimdall Power is a fast-growing Norwegian-based tech company established in 2016. We have a global presence, with utility customers in more than 20 countries across Europe, the United States, and Asia. We provide solutions to optimize power grids worldwide, promoting a swift, secure, and affordable transition to green energy. Our unique offering combines software and sensors to increase grid capacity and monitor asset health. By enabling the more efficient use of existing infrastructure, we reduce carbon footprints while creating value for society, industry, and our shareholders.

THE POSITION:

This is not a back-office role. Heimdall Power's 

Cybersecurity & Compliance Specialist

 will be on the front lines of cybersecurity in the power sector, making sure our products and operations meet the highest security standards. You will work directly with customers, support compliance in the U.S. market, and drive security implementation from our Charlotte, North Carolina office.

You will report locally to a Charlotte-based manager and functionally to the Head of Information Security in Oslo, Norway.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

- Cybersecurity Advocacy: 

Represent Heimdall Power in customer and regulator discussions regarding cybersecurity and compliance.

- U.S. Standards Integration:

 Map global certifications (ISO 27001, SOC 2, IEC 62443) to U.S. regulatory frameworks (NERC CIP, NIST CSF, FERC) and ensure that U.S. regulatory requirements are integrated into our global security program.

- Business Development: 

Contribute to RFPs/tenders, audits, and customer security questionnaires.

- Domestic Execution of Global Standards

: Lead the local implementation of global security policies and controls.

- Champion Adherence

: Support audits, risk assessments, and awareness activities.

- Customer and Internal Support

: Be the go-to security contact for U.S. customers, helping utilities trust and adopt Heimdall Power's solutions.

QUALIFICATIONS:

- Four or more years in cybersecurity, compliance, or related field

- Experience with frameworks (NIST, NERC CIP, ISO 27001, SOC 2) is a strong plus.

- A strong grounding in cybersecurity principles, ideally with experience in OT/IoT or critical infrastructure

- Familiarity with NERC CIP and U.S. energy-sector regulations

- An ability to work regularly from our Charlotte-based office (relocation assistance is not available)

- An ability to travel domestically and internationally as needed

- Legal authorization to work in the U.S. (sponsorship is not available)

SKILLS:

- Experience in the power grid or energy sector (strongly preferred)

- Communication skills, and a proven ability to build trust with customers and colleagues

- A track record of thriving in a fast-paced, scale-up environment where you shaped processes as much as you followed them

WHAT WE OFFER:

- A competitive, comprehensive compensation package

- 401(k)

- Dental, health, and vision insurance

- Generous paid time off

- Ground-floor equity opportunities

- An energetic and dynamic work environment

- A chance to work with top-tier technology and contribute directly to optimizing the power grid on a global scale

- Professional development rooted in passion and a shared purpose to advance the world’s most critical infrastructure, the power grid

At Heimdall Power, you will contribute to technology that supports the global transition to clean energy. If you are excited about solving complex challenges and building impactful software that makes a difference, we would love to hear from you! Please submit your CV/resume and a brief cover letter outlining your relevant experience. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until October 15, 2025.