Thesis worker IT/OT Site Services

UPM • Lappeenranta, FI • 1d ago

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UPM IT SGA is seeking aMaster'sthesis workerto support our IT/OT Site Services team in Lappeenranta. The six-month temporary position begins on May 4th.

Greetings from your futuremanager

"UPM IT/OT continues to strengthen our security landscape as we move toward a more automated and AI-assisted future. We are now looking for a thesis worker who will study, develop and help deploy AI tools and processes that support vulnerability and overall cyber threat exposure management. The aim is to provide a clear and accessible view of UPM production sites to help identify concrete and prioritized actions that support strong cybersecurity." - ToniHäkkänen, Senior Manager, IT/OT

What you will do

Define the overall study plan and expected outcomes in alignment with your academic requirements

Define the theoretical scope and practices within the UPM IT landscape of services

Plan and carry out the study in collaboration with UPM teams and other relevant stakeholders

Contribute to deploying results, processes or other practical solutions within UPM IT and OT teams

Document and report your findings as jointly agreed

Who you are

You are progressing in your studies and ready to begin your master's thesis work

You have a good understanding of UPM IT tools, especially IT/OT cybersecurity and ServiceNow

You have a foundational understanding of AI technologies

You have a good understanding of cybersecurity in UPM's OT environment and related IT tools

You are familiar with vulnerability management tools (such as Tenable, Pentera or similar)

This is what we offerto you

A meaningful job:We have an inspiring purpose"We renew the everyday for a future beyond fossils". Our work is impactful and transformative.

A caring community:Our community is built on great team spirit and shared commitment. We care about each other and thewell-beingof our colleagues.We support the work-life balance of all our employees.

Development opportunities:We offer you great opportunities to learn and grow throughout your career. We are an international, multi-businessorganizationoffering plenty of avenues for personal growth.

Responsible employer:Sustainability is at the core of everything we do. We are committed to ambitious, science-based sustainability targets in all areas,from climate changemitigationtoenhancingbiodiversity. We foster diversity and inclusivity, offering a work environment in which everyone can be themselves.

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Additional information

This position is located inLappeenranta, Finland.The position holder will report toSenior Manager, IT/OT.

For further information about the role, please contactToni Häkkänen,Senior Manager, IT/OT,at emailtoni.hakkanen@upm.comor tel.+358405077825.

To apply, please submit your CV and cover letter by13.02.2026.Please note that we accept only applications submitted through our online application system. We begin reviewing applications as they are received, and you may be contacted before the application deadline.

For support with submitting your application, please contact our HR Service Center at careers@upm.com or tel.+358204146600.

For UPM positions located in Finland, a security background check may be performed for those selected in accordance with the company recruitment guidelines and the Security Clearance Act 726/2014.

UPM is a material solutions company, renewing products and entire value chains with an extensive portfolio of renewablefibres, advanced materials, decarbonization solutions, and communication papers. Our performance in sustainability has been recognized by third parties, includingEcoVadisand the Dow Jones Sustainability Indices. We operate globally and employ approximately 15,800 people worldwide, with annual sales of approximately €10.3 billion. Our shares are listedonNasdaq Helsinki Ltd.

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