Head of the Nordic-Baltic Cyber Consortium (NBCC)

About the position
The Danish Resilience Agency (SAMSIK) is seeking a highly experienced and strategic leader to serve as Head of the Nordic-Baltic Cyber Consortium (NBCC).

The NBCC is a Danish-hosted, EU-supported cybersecurity initiative established under the EU Cyber Solidarity Act. The consortium brings together Denmark, Estonia, Finland, Iceland, Latvia, Lithuania and Norway to build and operate a regional cyber hub that strengthens situational awareness and analytical capacity across the Nordic-Baltic region.

As Head of the NBCC, you will be responsible for establishing and leading a new international organisation of strategic importance to both regional and European cybersecurity. While formally employed by the Danish Resilience Agency, you will report to the NBCC Executive Board, composed of senior representatives from the participating national cybersecurity authorities, and operate in close coordination with EU institutions.

The position is based in Copenhagen, Denmark.

Key responsibilities

Strategic leadership and governance

• Provide overall strategic direction and leadership of the NBCC in line with EU objectives, consortium agreements and national mandates.
• Develop, implement and continuously adjust the NBCC’s strategic roadmap, including the phased build-up from initial deployment to full operational capability.
• Ensure alignment between the NBCC activities, EU cybersecurity policies and the strategic interests of participating member states.

Management, organisation and budget

• Act as head of the NBCC organisation, including direct line management of up to eight permanent staff based in Denmark and professional oversight of national analysts located in each participating member state.
• Build and lead a cohesive multinational organisation with a shared operational culture, while managing differing national frameworks and practices.
• Ensure sound financial management, reporting and documentation in accordance with EU and national requirements.

Operational responsibility

• Hold overall responsibility for the NBCC’s operational delivery, including the secure and reliable operation of platforms for cyber threat intelligence sharing, analytical collaboration and communication.
• Ensure structured and timely sharing of relevant cyber threat information and contribution to regional and European situational awareness.

About you
To succeed in this role, we expect that you:

• Have proven experience leading multinational or international cooperation involving multiple stakeholders and governance layers; experience from Nordic-Baltic cooperation is a strong advantage.
• Possess a strong understanding of cyber threat intelligence, incident response ecosystems and information-sharing mechanisms at national and international level.
• Have demonstrated experience with EU cooperation, preferably including EU-funded projects and engagement with EU institutions.
• Are able to operate confidently at senior political and administrative levels, nationally and internationally.
• Can demonstrate strong regional insight and experience, for example from a Nordic or Baltic cybersecurity authority or a comparable organisation.

In addition, you:

• Exercise strong strategic judgement and are able to balance political, operational and technical considerations.
• Have excellent leadership and communication skills and are able to build trust across national and organisational boundaries.
• Are fully proficient in English; knowledge of one or more Nordic or Baltic languages is an advantage. Danish language skills are not required.

About the Danish Resilience Agency
The Danish Resilience Agency is under the authority of the Danish Ministry for Resilience and Preparedness. The agency is responsible for tasks related to cybersecurity, crisis management, physical security and protection of critical infrastructure.

We advise and support authorities, companies and key societal functions in preventing and managing incidents and crises. The agency currently employs approximately 300 staff members working across disciplines in a highly engaged and mission-driven environment.

About the NBCC
The NBCC is a Nordic-Baltic cybersecurity cooperation supported by the EU. Through the NBCC, the participating countries jointly establish and operate a regional cyber hub that enhances collective situational awareness and analytical capacity.

The NBCC will jointly procure cybersecurity capabilities with the EU, employ analysts in Copenhagen and across the member states, and contribute to the European Cybersecurity Shield. The NBCC is organised as a distinct entity within the Danish Resilience Agency and is accountable to its Executive Board.

As Head of the NBCC, you will be responsible for building this organisation from the ground up and for strengthening collective regional resilience against cyber threats.

Salary and terms of employment
Salary and terms of employment will depend on qualifications and experience and will be determined in accordance with the collective agreements applicable to employees in the Danish state. The area of employment is the Danish Ministry for Resilience and Preparedness.

Employment is conditional on obtaining and maintaining a Danish security clearance at SECRET (DK: HEMMELIGT) level for the duration of employment.

The position is a fixed-term appointment for a period of 4 years, with the possibility of extension.

The position is full-time 37-hours per week, and the duty station is Holsteinsgade 63, 2100 Copenhagen.

To be eligible for employment EU/EEA Citizens are required to obtain an EU residence document as proof of your right to reside and work in Denmark. Non-EU/EEA Citizens must hold a valid residence and work permit before you can begin working in Denmark. Citizens of Sweden, Norway, Finland, or Iceland do not require a residence or work permit to live and work in Denmark. For more detailed information regarding the regulations for your specific citizenship, please visit: New to Denmark and/or Info Norden | Nordisk Samarbejde

If the position is filled by an applicant not currently residing in Denmark, the Danish Resilience Agency is prepared to offer a relocation package of up to 45.000 DKK. Any other costs related to relocation or housing must be covered by the employee.

Are you interested?
Please submit your application via the “Apply” button on this page. Your application must be received by the recruitment system no later than 15th November 2026 and must include a CV and relevant diplomas of education.

For further information about the position, please contact Kia Slæbæk Jensen at +45 2134 1851 or Morten Bro at +45 2178 4257.

All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply regardless of personal background.

Applications may be shared with participants from the employment committee from all participating countries.