Are you equally determined in executing your plan as you are thorough and structured in creating it? Do you master the art of stakeholder engagement and buy-in, and do you in no way shy away from pushing on and making sure we keep moving forward?

If so, we are confident you will thrive as a Project Manager within Cybersecurity at ABENA Data!

Drive Key Cybersecurity Initiatives and Create Impact

We seek a Project Manager, preferably but not necessarily, experienced in the domain of Cybersecurity, to help plan, coordinate, and execute key cybersecurity initiatives. This includes contributing to our current implementation of ISO/IEC 27001, managing compliance projects, and conducting internal and supporting external audit sessions.

At ABENA, we are committed to delivering security initiatives on a global scale, on time, and to high standards. Your contribution will help us reach these objectives. We seek candidates with effective communication and strong organizational skills i.e., understanding or through dialogue be able to understand different business areas, which will create conditions for better cooperation. As well as being proactive, meaning taking initiative to resolve potential problems before they surface or escalate.

Success in this role depends not only on your ability to plan and execute cybersecurity initiatives, but also on how effectively you engage stakeholders across the organization. As Project Manager, your ability to build trust, secure buy-in, and maintain momentum is what drives progress and ensures that actions are completed. Stakeholder engagement is not a side task—it’s a core competence!

Your key responsibilities

• Coordinate and support the planning and execution of cybersecurity projects, including ISO 27001 implementation and regulatory compliance efforts (e.g., GDPR, NIS2).
• Apply project management principles to track and report progress, manage timelines, and support successful delivery.
• Plan and facilitate external audit sessions, ensuring documentation is prepared and relevant stakeholders are available and informed.
• Assist in scheduling and leading project meetings, recording action items, and ensuring follow-up.
• Maintain clear and organized project documentation, including risk logs, status reports, and project plans.
• Collaborate with both technical teams and business stakeholders across international locations.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of ABENA’s project model and tools and ensure their effective utilization within the team.

What we hope you bring

• Proven experience in project coordination or management—ideally within the cyber security domain—with a strong grasp of core project disciplines such as task planning, stakeholder coordination, and progress tracking.
• Proficient in using project management tools
• Good communication skills and the ability to work effectively across departments and cultures.
• Strong analytical skills and the ability to translate complex concepts into practical project plans.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced, international environment.
• Excellent English verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to interact effectively with technical and non-technical stakeholders.

Your Team, Our Culture and Values

At ABENA, we combine professionalism with a warm, people-first culture where collaboration, curiosity, and continuous improvement are part of everyday life. We take pride in delivering high-quality work with integrity, guided by our core values of trust, fairness, and cooperation. These values shape how we lead, support one another, and create meaningful impact for our customers and communities.

Your Team consists of Information and Cybersecurity specialists in-house as well as several external consultants. You will become a part of a collaborative and knowledge-sharing team consisting of in-house Information and Cybersecurity specialists as well as external partners. We work well together, value flexibility, and focus on results. Everyone is encouraged to work in a way that feels comfortable and productive. The pace is high, and there's always a task waiting—no one stands alone.

Your leader at ABENA Data will be CISO Bjarke Nielsen, who describes his leadership style as follows:

"I believe in giving people the freedom to work in the way that suits them best—as long as we reach the goal. I delegate with trust and expect a self-driven mindset, but I try to avoid making decisions on behalf of the team without involving them. I rely on the strengths and insights of those around me to move us forward together."

We look forward to receiving your application

If you are interested in the position, please send your CV as soon as possible. We review applications as we receive them and will close the search once we have found our new colleague.

If you have any questions about the position, feel free to reach out to Chief Information Security Officer Bjarke Nielsen at +45 6026 9702.