Energy Security Researcher - Threats and Vulnerabilities

Location:
Oslo, Norway
Business:
Group
Position type:
Full Time
Contract type:
Permanent Employee
Job ID:
7828
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Overview

About us

We are the independent expert in assurance and risk management. Driven by our purpose, to safeguard life, property, and the environment, we empower our customers and their stakeholders with facts and reliable insights so that critical decisions can be made with confidence.

As a trusted voice for many of the world’s most successful organizations, we use our knowledge to advance safety and performance, set industry benchmarks, and inspire and invent solutions to tackle global transformations.

About the role

Group Research and Development (GRD) performs strategic and applied research to develop the knowledge, methods and technologies required for DNV’s future assurance services. The Energy Security and Resilience research programme focuses on assurance of critical energy infrastructure by developing practical and transparent methods for assessing security risk, vulnerabilities, system dependencies and resilience. The programme combines energy-system knowledge with security research, risk analysis, data science and societal perspectives, and validates new approaches through case studies, prototypes and collaboration with industry, authorities and academia.

Are you interested in how geopolitical developments, threat actors and vulnerabilities may affect critical energy infrastructure, and in developing practical methods and tools for threat-informed risk assessment?

As a Researcher in energy security, you will develop methods and tools for establishing a relevant and traceable threat picture for critical energy infrastructure. A central part of the role is to use AI-supported methods to collect, evaluate and synthesise open-source information from multiple sources into descriptions of threat actors, capabilities, intent, possible targets and attack vectors . The resulting threat picture shall provide a documented basis for assessing risk and for identifying proportionate protective security and resilience measures. The research will contribute to future DNV assurance services for energy security and resilience.

Your main responsibilities include:

  • Develop repeatable and traceable methods supported by AI to collect, classify, evaluate and consolidate open-source threat information relevant to critical energy infrastructure
  • Establish threat pictures that describe relevant threat actors, capabilities, intent, possible targets, attack vectors and plausible scenarios
  • Translate the threat picture into input for security risk assessments, vulnerability assessments and decisions on protective security and resilience measures
  • Develop methods for identifying physical, digital, operational and organisational vulnerabilities in the energy systems. This can be power production, oil&gas production or energy transportation
  • Develop and test AI-supported prototypes for continuous monitoring, source evaluation, information extraction, traceability and updating of the threat picture
  • Validate methods and tools through case studies with energy companies, authorities and other relevant stakeholders
  • Translate research results into concepts and requirements for future DNV assurance services
  • Document and communicate methods, assumptions, uncertainty and results through reports, publications and presentations

What we offer

  • The opportunity to shape methods and technologies for future DNV assurance services in energy security and resilience
  • Applied research in close collaboration with energy companies, authorities and academic partners
  • The opportunity to develop methods and tools with direct relevance to critical infrastructure security
  • An interdisciplinary and international research environment
  • Flexible working arrangements and opportunities for professional development
DNV is an Equal Opportunity Employer and gives consideration for employment to qualified applicants without regard to gender, religion, race, national or ethnic origin, cultural background, social group, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, age or political opinion. Diversity is fundamental to our culture and we invite you to be part of this diversity.

About you

Our ideal candidate

  • A MSc/PhD or relevant experience in intelligence, security, political science or international relations with a specialization in security and intelligence analysis, or an equivalent relevant discipline. Candidates with a technical or energy-systems degree must have documented additional competence in threat or intelligence analysis.
  • Documented experience in collecting, evaluating and synthesising open-source information to develop threat assessments or threat pictures, supported by strong source criticism
  • Experience assessing threat actors, capabilities, intent, targets, attack vectors and scenarios, and managing source quality and uncertainty
  • Experience using threat assessments as input to security risk assessment, vulnerability analysis or decisions on protective security and resilience measures
  • Good understanding of critical infrastructure and the power system is an advantage, together with practical experience using AI, natural language processing or similar digital methods to analyse open-source information

Your personal qualities

  • Analytical and methodical, with strong source criticism and sound judgement when information is incomplete or uncertain
  • Able to synthesise complex information into a clear, structured and decision-relevant threat picture
  • Collaborative and able to work across security, risk, energy-system and data-science disciplines
  • Clear written and verbal communicator in English; Norwegian language skills are an advantage
  • 5-10 years relevant experience

Many of our projects involve collaboration with operators of critical infrastructure and may require access to sensitive information or facilities. Relevant background checks will be conducted, and eligibility for security clearance in Norway may be required.


DNV is a global company that must comply with statutory requirements in each country in which we operate. This includes compliance with all aspects of the applicable laws, including Export Control laws and National Security laws. To be able to ensure this, DNV requires candidates to share all relevant information during the recruitment process. Background checks are performed on all final candidates, and any offer is conditional upon background check verification. When the nature of the position requires it, an extended background check is conducted, and applicants will receive further information about this during the recruitment process.

Benefits

Please note that some benefits may vary depending on location, business area, and employment terms. Please confirm with your recruiter.

Profit Share

Du blir en del av vår globale overskuddsdelingsordning, som betyr at vi deler suksessen vår som selskap. Når vi gjør det bra, gjør du det også. Dette er en del av vår totale kompensasjon hvert år og avhenger av årsresultatene våre.

Personlig utvikling

Du får mange muligheter til å lære og vokse. Enten det handler om å bygge nettverk, få ressurser til å planlegge og nå dine karrieremål, eller ha frihet til å følge din egen nysgjerrighet – vi sørger for at du kontinuerlig utvikler deg.

Formålsdrevet organisasjon

Du blir en del av et verdensledende selskap med et tydelig formål: å verne liv, verdier og miljø. Du får muligheten til å bidra til å møte globale endringer gjennom arbeidet ditt.

Konkurransedyktige betingelser

Vi legger vekt på balanse mellom jobb og fritid og tilbyr fleksibel arbeidstid og arbeidssted, seks ukers ferie, subsidiert kantine, konkurransedyktig pensjonsordning, forsikringer og en global overskuddsdelingsordning.

Støttende kultur

Vi gir deg muligheter til å bygge relasjoner gjennom sosiale og profesjonelle nettverk. Vårt største fellesskap, CONNECT, arrangerer sosiale sammenkomster og uformelle treff gjennom hele året.

Diversity, Equity and Inclusion

At DNV, our commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion is not only an ethical choice, but also a business decision.

Diversity, fairness, and a sense of belonging are a source of strength for our people, our business, and our customers, and help us to deliver on our purpose, vision, and values.

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Working here

Since 1864 we’ve been dedicated to safeguarding life, property and the environment. Today we remain at the forefront of new technologies and techniques to help our customers transform for a more sustainable future.

At DNV you can expect to deliver career and industry defining work. You’ll be given the time to build your network, the resources to support your development, and the freedom to satisfy your curiosity and desire to learn.

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Application Process

FAQs

Welcome to our Frequently Asked Questions page. We’ve put together answers to the questions we’re asked most often to help you find the information you need quickly and easily. Whether you're curious about our recruitment process, benefits or career growth and development, you should find the information below.

How can I find job openings that fit my skills and interests?

Explore our official job search page where you can use filters such as job type, location, and department to find roles that best match your qualifications and career aspirations.

What’s your application process like?

You can apply directly through our careers page by submitting your CV and any other documents we require (i.e. university diplomas/transcripts; visas; previous employment reference letters). Make sure your application is fully completed, and you tailor it to the specific job listing. 

Is your recruitment process designed to be inclusive and accessible?

Yes, it is. We're an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all candidates. We’re happy to support your need for any adjustments during the application and hiring process. Share the details of what you need within your application.

What types of interviews might I undergo?

Depending on your role, our interview process may include initial phone screenings, video conferences, and in-person interviews, focusing on both your technical abilities and our shared values. You can ask your recruiter specifically about the interview process for your role. 

How long does the hiring process typically take from application to decision?

The timeline can vary but we make every effort to reply to each candidate as soon as possible and keep everyone up-to-date with where they are in the recruitment process.

How do I know if a recruitment contact is legitimately from your company?

Official communication will come from our verified company email addresses. Carefully check any suspicious looking emails and if you have any doubts, don’t engage.

Are there any fees involved in your recruitment process?

No, we do not charge any fees at any stage of our recruitment process. All applications and interviews are free of charge, we will never ask you to pay any fees or make any payments – please be wary of any requests for payment as these are likely scams.

What should I do if I suspect a job scam?

If you encounter suspicious job postings or recruitment practices, do not provide personal information and contact your recruiter as soon as possible. We take these matters seriously. We will never ask you to pay any fees or make any payments part of our recruitment process.

Does DNV complete background checks?

Security and compliance with statutory requirements in the countries in which we operate is essential for DNV. Background checks will be conducted on all final candidates as part of the offer process, in accordance with applicable country-specific laws and practices.

Please ask your recruiter for further details. 

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Please beware of recruitment scams that pretend to be from DNV or its employees. We will never ask you to pay any fees or make any payments as part of our recruitment process.