Cyber Security Project Manager

KCS iT; Portugal; Remote; EUR 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free training programs

Wellness appointments

Flexible working conditions

Job summary

A leading consulting company in IT is seeking a Cyber Security Project Manager to lead and manage cybersecurity projects. This role requires a Bachelor's degree and over 6 years of project management experience, with a strong focus on cybersecurity initiatives and coordination with security teams. Candidates must be fluent in English and Portuguese, residing in Portugal. The company offers remote and hybrid work options, a focus on professional development, and comprehensive wellness benefits.

Qualifications

• 6+ years of experience in project management.
• Proven ability to manage Cybersecurity projects.
• Experience in coordinating activities with security teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the implementation of Cybersecurity projects.
• Coordinate Security Operations Center interface reviews.
• Track penetration testing activities and follow-up on remediation.

Skills

Cybersecurity project coordination

Security operations collaboration

Penetration testing lifecycle tracking

Active Directory security hygiene

Fluent in English

Fluent in Portuguese

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business, IT, or Engineering

Tools

CrowdStrike

Zscaler

Job description

Cyber Security Project Manager

We’re looking for the special, unique and amazing YOU!

@ KCS IT, we look for the ones that stands out, for those that always wants to be better and fight for it, and for those who has the same values that we do: dedication, energy, integrity, transparency, flexibility, trust, honesty, hard work, proactivity, team work.

At KCS we stand for equality and value diversity. We create a safe, diverse environment where opportunities are equal for everyone! We do not discriminate based on age, ethnicity, sexual orientation, gender, disability or any factor other than merit. All applications with skills for the position are welcome!

Seniority: 6+ years

Location: Remote - Portugal

Skills Needed

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, IT, Engineering, or a related field;
• 6+ years of experience in project management;
• Lead and manage the implementation of Cybersecurity projects and initiatives;
• Coordinate activities related to Security Operations Center (SOC) interface reviews;
• Oversee and track penetration testing (pentesting) activities, including remediation follow-ups;
• Support initiatives related to Active Directory (AD) hygienization and security policy implementation;
• Perform functional analysis and translate business and security requirements into actionable project plans;
• Ensure alignment between security teams, IT teams, stakeholders, and external vendors;
• Monitor risks, timelines, and deliverables to ensure successful project execution;
• Fluent in english and Portuguese;
• The candidate has to be in Portugal.

Technical Expertise

• Cybersecurity project coordination and governance
• Security operations collaboration (SOC)
• Penetration testing lifecycle tracking
• Active Directory security hygiene and policy implementation

Nice to Have

• Experience with CrowdStrike and/or Zscaler

Benefits

• You can develop a career that fits you: your career development is personalized, taking in consideration your needs and goals from a short to long term
• Interesting Challenges Ahead: you can work for several clients from different sectors of activity
• Free training programs: Our training and certification programs in languages, tech, behavior and business will help you to reach your full potential faster
• International projects in Benelux: you can gain international experience in Benelux and balance a new way of living with work
• Type of projects (depending on the project you might find one of this types of projects):
• In hybrid Systems: Is important to balance work with socialization, that´s why a hybrid system works for us and for you
• Full Remote projects: If you want to work while you enjoy the comfort of your home
• Full Onsite projects: if you prefere the company of your colleagues!
• Take care of your well-being: Enjoy our free nutrition, psicologist, general medicine appointments and our yoga and personal training days… all remote!

Who are we?

Founded in 2008 and based in Lisbon, KCS IT is a consulting company in the field of Information Technology and Services, focused on creating value for our clients through three main areas: Consulting, Outsourcing, Inovation and Training. Our commitment to talent development is unmistakable in the recent opening of the Porto, Leiria and Azores hubs, which aims to develop technology for the national and international market. Since 2018 we have been elected one of the 10 major companies in the “Index of Excellence”, an initiative that aims to reward organizations that invest most in the development and satisfaction of their employees.We believe transparency, trust and integrity are the pillars of any business and relationship and that is what we promise our clients and employees who join our company KCS IT.