Security Advisor

Shape the Cybersecurity Landscape at STARK Group

Are you passionate about cybersecurity and ready to drive strategic security initiatives across a leading organization? We are looking for a proactive and knowledgeable Security Advisor to strengthen STARK Group's security posture and help embed cybersecurity into everything we do.
 

Your Impact – What You Will Do

In this role, you will drive the implementation of CIS18 controls, build IT Security Risk Management capabilities, and act as a trusted advisor to stakeholders across our European business.

You will join the Group Security team - a small and dedicated team of three professionals reporting directly to the Group CISO. Here, you will work at the intersection of strategy and operations, ensuring governance, resilience, and compliance while supporting day-to-day decisions.

You will be a success in this role when you:

• Roll out CIS18 security controls and embed them into processes and services across the organization.
• Build and operationalize an IT Security Risk Management function, including governance, reporting, and continuous improvement.
• Provide strategic guidance on security, risk mitigation, and compliance - and foster a strong cybersecurity culture through awareness initiatives.
• Collaborate with IT and business stakeholders to integrate security into service design and support activities such as crisis management planning, monitoring, and reporting.
   

A big part of your job will be working closely with stakeholders across Group IT, business units, and external partners to ensure alignment, compliance, and resilience in our security practices. This role can be based in both Aarhus (Viby J) or Frederiksberg (Copenhagen).

What You Bring

You are passionate about cybersecurity and thrive in a role where you combine strategic thinking with hands-on execution. You can navigate complexity, influence stakeholders, and turn frameworks into practical solutions. We are looking for candidates with a proactive and professional attitude who want to help shape and grow a strategic area of our business, working directly with C-level stakeholders. You bring:

• Relevant education in IT or equivalent experience.
• Experience with governance frameworks such as CIS, ISO, or NIST.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.
• A proactive, can-do attitude and the ability to work across teams and geographies.
   

In return, we offer a role you can help shape in a large, international organization where security is a strategic priority. You'll work directly with senior stakeholders, influence decisions that matter, and see the tangible impact of your efforts in how we protect our systems, data, and customers across Europe.
 

Welcome to Group IT

Group IT is at the heart of STARK Group's digital transformation. We are replacing legacy systems and building a modular, scalable IT landscape that supports our international business. You will join a dynamic and ambitious team where quality is key to delivering value - and where your work has a direct impact on how we serve our customers.

Want to know more and apply?

We will be happy to answer any questions you may have regarding the position and your options in STARK Group. You are welcome to contact Stefan Milo, Group CISO, at for any specific questions regarding the role. 

STARK Group 

STARK Group is a growing private equity-owned company with a strong legacy. STARK Group was first established in Denmark in 1896 and has today evolved into a leading European retailer and distributor of heavy building materials with net sales of approx. EUR 9 billion. With a dedicated team of more than 20,000 employees and +1,150 branches and distribution centres across the Nordics, Greenland, Germany, Austria and the UK, we live and breathe to serve professional craftsmen with heavy building materials all the way from the Austrian Alps to Tromsø, close to the Arctic circle and everywhere in between. STARK Group is committed to reach net zero emissions by 2050 across the entire business, is a signatory to the UN Global Compact, and works within fully 2030 validated science-based targets to keep global warming below 1.5°C At STARK Group IT, we believe in the richness diversity brings. We invite individual of all backgrounds to join us in creating and inclusive and welcoming environment. We believe in a workplace where everyone can bring their authentic selves to work. 

Agency Policy 

STARK Group IT appreciates the interest of all candidates. However, we prefer to directly engage with individuals seeking employment opportunities. Therefore, we kindly request recruitment agencies, headhunters, and third-party staffing services to refrain from contacting us regarding this job posting. All applications should be submitted directly by the candidates through our official application process. We value direct communication and look forward to reviewing your application.