IT Security Associate

Ecovadis; Madrid; Híbrido; EUR 35.000 - 55.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Join a dynamic and fast-growing IT Security team as an Associate, where you'll coordinate security operations and engage with various stakeholders. This role offers a unique opportunity to enhance your skills in security compliance, develop security guidelines, and contribute to a culture of safety and awareness. You'll be pivotal in ensuring the security posture of the organization while enjoying a hybrid work environment. If you're proactive, adaptable, and eager to learn about the latest security trends, this role is perfect for you. Embrace the chance to make a real impact in a supportive and friendly workplace that values personal growth and sustainability.

Servicios

Casual work environment

Home office allowance

IT equipment allowance

Working from anywhere policy

Meals and Transportation Vouchers

Wellness and Healthcare benefits

Access to online learning library

Virtual and in-person team building events

Co-working space opportunities

Formación

• 2+ years in IT Security or related field with strong knowledge of security frameworks.
• Experience in conducting security compliance reviews and managing projects.

Responsabilidades

• Support security operations and coordinate security reviews and audits.
• Develop reports and dashboards for project tracking and remediation.

Conocimientos

IT Security

Security Compliance Reviews

Network Security

Project Management

Problem Solving

Research Skills

Communication Skills

Proactivity

Adaptability

Educación

Bachelor of Science in Computer Science

Herramientas

Google Workspace

Descripción del empleo

Our IT Security team is seeking an IT Security Associate to coordinate and support security operations practices in our company, and bring forth security expertise in a fast-growing team. You will be the main point of contact for the alignment and provide hands-on collaboration in all areas of IT Security, ensuring that we deliver an outstanding service to our internal and external customers and stakeholders.

As the IT Security Associate, you will become the main point of contact and coordinator for the remediation of any improvement areas, as well as the ‘face’ of our team towards our Sales and Customer Solutions’ teams. Also, your knowledge and willingness to learn on new security trends and technologies will be of great value to our company, while identifying efficiency and automation opportunities.

This role, reporting directly to the IT Security Director, will include the following responsibilities:

1. Active support on security questionnaires, contract reviews and client meetings.
2. Define and conduct security reviews (technical and compliance checks) of our network, systems and platforms, and track the remediation of any identified gaps.
3. Coordinate and organize evidence gathering for certification testing and audits.
4. Delineate and execute a control testing strategy to comply with internal IT Security framework compliance, standards, and other applicable regulations.
5. Establish and collaborate in the creation and maintenance of security guidelines for multiple technologies (SASE solutions, security baselines, etc.).
6. Perform security reviews on SaaS applications used internally, and establish a formal process of application sanctioning and periodic review.
7. Manage and lead improvements in the resiliency of non-cloud environments and operations (DRP, Backups, Domains, Incident Response).
8. Maintain the security posture of our external surface, and manage issue remediations as necessary.
9. Ensure proper documentation, configuration and operation of our security protective measures, and ensure that necessary fixes are planned and executed.
10. Develop reports, dashboards and other mechanisms to report on project tracking, remediation progress, and other domains that require continuous follow-up.
11. Promote an IT Security culture, and collaborate with the team in the creation of articles, FAQs, and documentation related to security awareness and training.
12. Advocate for continuous improvement and automation wherever possible.
13. Assist with other organization security projects and tasks as required.

Qualifications

1. 2+ years of experience in a similar role in a relevant software or internet service industry.
2. Minimum Bachelor of Science degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or a related technical field.
3. High level of independence and proactivity. The ideal candidate will be capable of taking initiative, identifying opportunities for improvement, and driving projects forward without constant supervision.
4. Strong experience in designing and implementing security guidelines and mechanisms to check adherence to such standards.
5. Experience in conducting manual and/or automatic security compliance reviews.
6. Good knowledge of IT Security frameworks (ISO 27001, NIST 800-53, etc.).
7. Managing and prioritizing multiple tasks in accordance with high level objectives, and anticipating and addressing challenges as they arise.
8. Strong foundation in information security, security engineering, network security, authentication and security protocols, access controls, etc.
9. Experience with engaging external stakeholders (clients) regarding security protection methods, and agreeing on contractual clauses.
10. Educated in the creation of reports and dashboards for different technical and executive stakeholders.
11. Ability to conduct research about areas unknown to him/her, and use that knowledge to deliver security guidelines and propose improvements.
12. Capacity to be organized and efficient handling diverse tasks simultaneously.
13. Ability to adapt and thrive in a fast-changing environment.
14. Open to work in an international, multilingual environment.
15. Proficient in English (oral and written).
16. French language proficiency is an asset.
17. Hands-on experience with Google Workspace is a plus.

Additional Information

Our growing team in Spain is full of talented professionals from various fields who all share a desire to make sustainability real.

We offer competitive salaries and support personal growth from day one.

This includes extensive onboarding, teammates' support and a brand new e-learning platform bursting with courses and modules.

In return for your expertise and energy, we offer:

1. Casual and very friendly work environment.
2. Hybrid work organization (from the office or from home).
3. Home office allowance program.
4. IT equipment allowance.
5. Working from anywhere policy (3 months per year).
6. Opportunity to work in a truly international atmosphere.
7. Base salary + variable compensation plan.
8. Meals and Transportation Vouchers (Cobee card).
9. Wellness and Healthcare benefits: Health, Wellness, and Dental Benefits.
10. More: Employee referral bonus policy.
11. Access to online learning library.
12. Virtual and in-person team building events.
13. Co-working space with various services + opportunity to work in different locations (Europe and International).

Our hiring team looks forward to reviewing your CV, in English, with a guaranteed response to every application.

A new job with purpose awaits you!

Don’t fit all the criteria but still think you’d be a good candidate? Please apply anyway to give our hiring team the opportunity to assess your skills and to learn more about what you could bring to EcoVadis. We’re interested in hiring capable people, regardless of professional and educational background.

Can the hiring process be adjusted to suit my needs? Yes.

We want everyone going through the hiring process with EcoVadis to feel confident that you are able to demonstrate your full potential. We welcome applications from disabled people, people with long-term health conditions, and neurodiverse candidates. If you need any adjustments, including the provision of interview questions, please let the hiring team know.