About the role
You will join the Security Engineering team within IT Security, responsible for Security Architecture, Application Security, and the Secure Software Development Lifecycle (SSDLC) across If.
We work closely with Enterprise Architecture, development and platform teams, our AI Centre of Excellence, and a wide range of business areas. Our ambition is to bring security into technology, product, and solution decisions early, making it a natural part of the development process.
At the same time, we are on an exciting journey to strengthen the role of Security Architecture as a strategic partner to Enterprise Architecture, technology teams, and the business. As a Security Architect, you will have the opportunity to help shape that development.
AI security will be an important focus area in the role, but you will also work broadly across security architecture. You will act as a trusted advisor when new solutions are designed and implemented, helping to ensure that security is considered from the very beginning.
What are you going to do?
- Advise and support teams across If on security architecture and secure solution design
- Help the organization leverage AI and emerging technologies in a secure and responsible way through advisory work, security architecture, and risk assessments
- Collaborate closely with architects, developers, platform teams, risk and privacy specialists, and business stakeholders
- Translate security requirements, principles, and risks into practical and business-friendly recommendations
- Contribute to Security by Design practices and the evolution of security architecture capabilities across If
- Develop and maintain security principles, guidelines, and frameworks within areas such as AI, cloud, software development, application security, and software supply chain security
- Influence technology and architecture decisions by providing practical security guidance and recommendations.
- Show ability to work effectively in an English-speaking environment, ensuring clear communication with international teams and stakeholders
What do we expect from you?
We are looking for someone who is curious, collaborative, and motivated by understanding new technologies and solving complex challenges.
- Have experience or interest in one or more of the following areas: AI Security, Cloud Security, Application Security, DevSecOps, Software Supply Chain Security
- Have a solid understanding of security architecture principles and how to apply them in modern technology environments
- Can bridge the gap between security, technology, and business and communicate complex topics in a clear and practical way.
- Enjoy working with people from different backgrounds and disciplines and are skilled at building trust and relationships.
- Are comfortable challenging established ways of working and helping stakeholders make informed decisions.
- Are familiar with security frameworks such as SABSA, NIST, ISO 27001, or similar
- Have strong communication and stakeholder management skills
- Have a growth mindset and a willingness to continuously learn and develop
About the team
At If, you will become part of a highly skilled professional environment where collaboration, development, and knowledge sharing are a natural part of everyday work. We believe the best results are achieved when talented people work together across teams and disciplines, and where security, technology, and business are developed in close partnership.
You will have opportunities to grow both professionally and personally through exciting challenges, continuous learning, competency development, and collaboration with some of the leading technology and security specialists in the Nordic region.
Our promise to you:
- Monthly salary: €5200 - €6000 gross depending on your qualifications
- Strong company culture: knowledge sharing, company events, interesting speakers, and other inspiring initiatives
- Career and development opportunities (e.g. 3 dedicated up-skilling days) in the biggest insurance company in the Nordics
- Challenging and exciting projects with autonomy to plan own tasks
- Extra vacation days, annual bonus, great insurance benefits, discounts on our products for you and your family, gifts, etc.
- Possibility of hybrid work, where office is our primary workplace
- A recently renovated office in Riga centre with a 24/7 gym on the premises
Read more about benefits for our employees
Application deadline: September 30th, 2026
Your application will be processed according to our privacy notice
Skills Required
- Experience or interest in AI Security, Cloud Security, Application Security, DevSecOps, or Software Supply Chain Security
- Solid understanding of security architecture principles and their application in modern technology environments
- Ability to bridge security, technology, and business while communicating complex topics clearly and practically
- Ability to collaborate with people from different backgrounds and build trust and relationships
- Comfort challenging established ways of working and helping stakeholders make informed decisions
- Familiarity with security frameworks such as SABSA, NIST, ISO 27001, or similar
- Strong communication and stakeholder management skills
- Growth mindset and willingness to continuously learn and develop
- Ability to work effectively in an English-speaking environment
What We Do
If is the Nordic region’s largest property-and-casualty insurance company, serving individuals and businesses across the Nordic and Baltic countries. It provides personal, property, home, vehicle, and business insurance, supporting about 4.6 million customers with more than 10,000 employees. The company is owned by Sampo and emphasizes helping customers manage financial risks, recover from accidents, and receive reliable coverage and assistance.
