We are looking for a Security Advisor to support and strengthen our global security and resilience capability within Travel Security and Emergency Preparedness. The role provides expert advice and operational support within travel security, emergency preparedness, and crisis management, ensuring duty of care for our employees and effective response to incidents affecting people, operations, and assets.

You will contribute directly to how we assess, prevent, and respond to risk in a global operational context, often under time pressure and with incomplete information.

The position operates in close collaboration with the Security function and key stakeholders across the organization, contributing with subject matter expertise rather than line responsibility.

Key responsibilities

Travel Security (Advisory and Operational Support)

• Provide risk-based advice on travel security and mitigation measures
• Monitor global developments and assess potential impact on employees and operations
• Support travel risk assessments and approval processes
• Coordinate with external providers and deliver briefings to travelers and project teams
• Act as a trusted advisor in situations where risk assessments have direct operational consequences

Emergency Preparedness and Crisis Support

• Develop, maintain, and continuously improve emergency and crisis management plans
• Support the Emergency Response Team during incidents and crisis situations
• Contribute to exercises, simulations, and post-incident reviews
• Support crisis communication and escalation processes
• Contribute actively during incidents by supporting structured decision-making under pressure

Coordination and Governance

• Ensure alignment with security strategy, policies, and duty of care requirements
• Collaborate with HR, HSE, Insurance, and business units on integrated risk management
• Prepare assessments and briefings to support decision-making
• Contribute to security awareness and training initiatives across the organization
• Translate complex risk scenarios into clear and actionable recommendations

Qualifications and experience

• Relevant education or equivalent experience in security, risk, emergency preparedness, or crisis management
• Practical experience in travel security and or incident and crisis response
• Demonstrated ability to apply risk judgement in operational contexts
• Strong communication skills in English and experience working with external providers is a plus

Personal attributes

• Trustworthy, discreet, and professional
• Analytical, structured, and solution-oriented
• Calm and reliable in high-pressure situations
• Strong collaboration skills and stakeholder awareness
• Comfortable working in an advisory role across organizational boundaries
• Able to build credibility and influence decisions without formal authority

What we offer

• A specialist advisory role within a mature and professional security environment
• Opportunities to work with international operations and complex risk scenarios
• Strong collaboration with experienced security and business professionals
• Competitive conditions and opportunities for professional development

Point of contact : Helle Rønningen, VP Security; helle.ronningen@kd.kongsberg.com,  +47 906 73 280

Work location: Horten

Kongsberg Discovery is responsible for product and technology development, supply chain operations, and project delivery for KONGSBERG’s subsea and marine surface sensors, hydroacoustic positioning, sonar and mapping systems, robotic vessels, and communications systems. Through its comprehensive portfolio of offerings, Kongsberg Discovery continues to be recognized as a world leader in its core markets all over the world. We have a strong history and track record of delivering world-class products and services to customers across the globe. There is a firm focus on developing advanced technological and autonomous systems that optimize operations at sea while simultaneously reducing the environmental impact. Our solutions are key in transforming the maritime sector for a more sustainable future.

KONGSBERG is a leading global technology group. Throughout our proud two-hundred-year history, we have continuously advanced, applying innovative solutions to the needs of our customers, partners and society at large. We believe diversity is our strength. By fostering an inclusive and diverse culture, we nurture and ensure space for different perspectives and ideas. We are determined in our work to mature and improve our ability to utilize our diversity and culture of differences to create positive business results.

Protecting people and planet