Industrialization Cyber Security Coordinator

Let us describe the challenge we offer

We are now looking for an Industrialization Cyber Security Coordinator in the area of Operational Technology within our Manufacturing Engineering Team. A team that is dedicated to make a difference together with our colleagues at Polestar.

This position will be based at our HQ in Gothenburg, Sweden. In this role upcoming regular traveling to China (Chongqing) and the US will be included.

What you will do

Our current programs cover the complete lifecycle of industrial automation and control system (IACS) assessment, design, implementation, operations and maintenance. Today we are designing and implementing all the OT components of a new car manufacturing plant.

Your main responsibilities in this role will be to drive cybersecurity both from a Vehicle and Plant point of view with Manufacturing engineering, Digital and our equipment suppliers and system integrator with compliant component purchasing and integration of OT security components in line with IEC 62443. In addition to the IEC 62443 you will work with local regulations and standards applicable both to the Plant and the Vehicle. You will also work in close cooperation with other cyber security experts within Polestar.

Who you are

We are looking for a positive and socially skilled person that likes to interact with and understand stakeholders’ needs. You are data driven and able to generate insights based on data received from different tools. If you appreciate environments where you are trusted to find optimal solutions to complex problems, on your own and in collaboration with others, you will thrive at Polestar. We see our toughest challenges as opportunities to grow, as a company, as teams and as individuals.

To be successful in this role, we believe you have:

- Degree qualified or equivalent and a minimum of 3-4 years of work experience, preferably within the automotive industry
- Previous experience in project management
- Experience with audits (cyber security)
- Knowledge and experience of IEC 62443
- Knowledge and experience of ISO 21434, R155 is preferred
- Quality systems such as ISO 9001
- Experience of Manufacturing engineering
- Experience of doing global business
- Experience from working with Chinese suppliers and/or colleagues is an advantage
- You are fluent in English, and a big advantage if in addition you also speak Mandarin.


At Polestar, you will be part of a cross-functional and international team, with English as a natural language for written and spoken communication.

Personal fit will be of great importance in this recruitment, as we are actively working to build a team with diverse experience, gender, and background.

People at Polestar

We know that a change is needed. We also know that each one of us can help bring about that change. Our commitment to becoming climate-neutral by 2040 is just as important to us as being inclusive, diverse, and innovative. Together, we are creating, collaborating and experimenting to usher in a new era of sustainable mobility.

We are an electric performance brand, determined to improve the society we live in.



Is this you? If you are interested in joining the Polestar family, don't wait with submitting your application. The process of reviewing the applications will begin on 18th of August 2022 and you will be subsequently contacted regardless the outcome.

Are you ready for the journey? Which is electric by the way...