Business Physical Security Officer

Hamburg, GermanyCompetitiveHybridFull-time0 applicants

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Business Area Wind  is responsible for Vattenfall’s Onshore and Offshore Wind, as well as other non-hydro renewable initiatives like PV/Solar and batteries. We currently develop, construct and operate wind generation assets across Sweden, Denmark, Germany, the Netherlands and the UK. As part of BA Wind you will play a key role in one of the most exciting pipelines in the industry with 24GW of capacity stretching out more than a decade ahead across our key European markets. You won’t only be involved in developing projects but pioneering cutting-edge innovation, new business models and ways of working with communities and the environment. Working as part of a leading European utility also means you could be helping a growing number of major businesses and brands achieve their own sustainability goals through partnerships. You will join the  Security & Resilience Department  within BA Wind — a second‑line function providing governance, direction and expert support across: Information & Cybersecurity Physical & Personnel Security Resilience Do you enjoy making organisations better prepared for the unexpected? Join us and help turn security & resilience into everyday practice. We are now looking for a  Business Physical Security Officer ( BPSO ) to strengthen our physical & personnel security capability within Business Area (BA) Wind. In this role, you will help strengthen and continuously improve physical and personnel security across BA Wind, supporting the organisation in preventing, preparing for and responding to security‑related threats and disruptive events. You will work across BA Wind, collaborating with a wide range of stakeholders to embed security thinking into daily operations and long‑term planning. Your role / what will you do?   As a BPSO , you will play a key role helping the organisation being secure. Working closely with business units and security functions, you will help translate security frameworks and requirements into practical, effective ways of working. Your focus will evolve depending on experience and development goals, ranging from hands‑on coordination and delivery to analytical, advisory and improvement‑driven responsibilities. Key Responsibilities Develop, maintain, and continuously improve BA Wind’s physical and personnel security capability in line with Vattenfall standards, legal, and regulatory requirements. Advise the Business Units (BU) on physical and personnel security risks and protective measures across assets, sites, projects, and operations. Conduct site security assessments, identify vulnerabilities and non‑conformities, issue recommendations, and follow up on corrective actions. Support compliance with internal security requirements and relevant external regulations, including contribution to the Local Security Management System (SMS). Maintain an overview of the physical and personnel security threat landscape and contribute security intelligence and Security Risk Assessments. Support security incident management, including validation, investigation, and case handling of physical security and personnel‑related incidents or breaches. Contribute to security reporting, coordination, and structured ways of working within the Security & Resilience function. Support the development and delivery of security awareness initiatives and training to strengthen physical security awareness and personnel security culture. Develop and deliver security plans for high‑profile events and sensitive activities. Provide travel security advice and guidance to BU staff. Build and maintain a security network internally and with external stakeholders, including authorities and law enforcement agencies. Work closely with the area lead for Physical and Personnel Security.

Your profile / who are you? You are motivated by security, learning and continuous improvement, and you thrive in complex environments where many stakeholders and perspectives intersect. You are curious, structured and solution‑oriented, with the ability to turn complex security topics into practical outcomes. You collaborate naturally across functions and cultures, and you bring a positive mindset to challenging situations. You do not need to meet every requirement to apply — we value motivation, learning ability and diverse backgrounds. Additionally, you may have: Experience or strong interest in security, with exposure to areas such as physical security and/or personnel security or risk management. Background from critical infrastructure, energy, public sector, consultancy, operations, security or risk functions. Familiarity with security and resilience standards and frameworks. Understanding of or exposure to operational areas within BA Wind (onshore/offshore wind, solar & batteries). Ability to contribute to complex problem‑solving in multi‑stakeholder environments. Excellent professional proficiency in English, both written and spoken. Able to work independently while also contributing a

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Posted30 April 2026
Closes30 May 2026
Job TypeFull-time
Work ModeHybrid

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