Remote IT and Security Engineer (Remote Portugal)

Description:

• The IT and Security Engineer will provide daily IT support to ensure smooth business operations.
• Responsibilities include managing all hardware and software inventories.
• The role involves managing the Single Sign-On (SSO) Identity Management solution.
• The engineer will oversee the Mobile Device Management (MDM) solution.
• They will maintain and support the email security protection solution.
• The position requires assisting with business-related queries regarding SaaS applications.
• The engineer will support and maintain the Endpoint Detection and Response (EDR) system.
• They will facilitate employee onboarding and offboarding processes.
• The role includes managing integrations among various SaaS applications.
• The engineer will support compliance efforts with SOC 2, PCI DSS, and other relevant regulations.
• Conducting security assessments and audits to ensure compliance with regulatory standards is required.
• The engineer will deploy and manage security tools, including SIEM, EDR, firewalls, IDPS, and WAF.
• They must ensure security tools are properly configured and maintained for optimal effectiveness.
• Monitoring security alerts and events to detect and mitigate potential threats is essential.
• The engineer will maintain and tune security monitoring systems to ensure peak performance.
• Participation in incident response activities, including investigating and analyzing security incidents, is required.
• They will document and report security incidents and assist with remediation efforts.
• Supporting compliance efforts with SOC 2, PCI DSS, and other relevant regulations is necessary.
• Conducting assessments of vendors and supply chain partners to ensure their security practices align with company standards is part of the role.
• The engineer will develop and maintain a comprehensive vendor risk management program.
• Securing cloud environments by implementing industry best practices and security controls is required.
• They will monitor and manage cloud security configurations effectively.
• Coordinating security and compliance projects, ensuring timely and successful completion, is part of the job.
• The engineer will collaborate with cross-functional teams to meet project requirements and deliverables.

Requirements:

• A Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Information Technology, Cybersecurity, or a related field is required.
• At least 3 years of IT experience, with a minimum of 1 year in cybersecurity or related fields, is necessary.
• Proficiency with security tools such as SIEM, EDR, Firewall, IDPS, and WAF is required.
• Familiarity with SOC 2, PCI DSS, and other relevant regulatory frameworks is essential.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills are necessary for this position.
• An eagerness to learn and acquire new skills is expected.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to collaborate effectively with a team are required.
• Relevant certifications such as CompTIA Security+, CEH, or equivalent are preferred.
• Proficiency in programming languages such as Python and JavaScript is necessary.
• Demonstrated problem-solving and analytical expertise is required.
• Strong technical skills and the ability to work across cross-functional teams are essential.
• High ethical standards and integrity are expected from candidates.

Benefits:

• The position offers the opportunity to work remotely from Portugal.
• Employees will have the chance to contribute to strengthening the organization’s IT and security infrastructure.
• The role provides a collaborative environment for problem-solving and skill development.
• Employees will gain experience in managing and deploying various security tools and solutions.
• The position supports professional growth through exposure to compliance efforts and regulatory standards.