Senior Cyber Security Officer

HN Services Portugal; Lisboa; On-site; EUR 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

HN Services Portugal is seeking a Senior Cyber Security Officer specializing in Security Architecture and Risk. The role involves providing cybersecurity advisory for IT stakeholders, ensuring compliance with security standards, and evaluating risks to implement effective security solutions. An academic background in IT and knowledge of cybersecurity frameworks (like ISO 27000 series) are required. The position is ideal for candidates experienced in regulated environments, enhancing security in a dynamic international setting.

Qualifications

• Experience with cybersecurity risk assessment and governance.
• Strong understanding of ISO/IEC 27000 series and related standards.
• Ability to communicate effectively with both technical and non-technical stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Provide cybersecurity advisory to IT and business stakeholders.
• Review security deliverables ensuring alignment with standards.
• Evaluate risks and define security solutions and processes.

Skills

Cybersecurity advisory

Application and infrastructure architecture

Cybersecurity standards

Risk assessment

Cloud security principles

Effective communication

Education

Academic background in Information Technology or related field

Job description

Senior Cyber Security Officer | Security Architecture & Risk

Who We're Looking For:

A Senior Cyber Security Officer to join an international environment focused on security governance, risk management, and secure technology transformation.

Professional Experience & Main Tasks

• Provide cybersecurity advisory to IT and business stakeholders
• Review security deliverables and ensure alignment with corporate security and risk management standards
• Contribute to cybersecurity projects by evaluating risks and defining security solutions, tools, and processes
• Analyze complex security scenarios across project and operational environments
• Support the implementation of secure architectures aligned with enterprise guidelines
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of cybersecurity processes and methodologies
• Work closely with cloud and infrastructure teams to strengthen security posture
• Promote security‑by‑design principles across technology initiatives

Skills & Experience

• Academic background in Information Technology or a related field
• Strong understanding of application and infrastructure architecture
• Solid knowledge of cybersecurity standards and frameworks:
• ISO/IEC 27000 series
• ISO 27005
• ISO 31000
• Experience with cybersecurity risk assessment and governance
• Knowledge of cloud‑based architectures and security principles
• Ability to communicate effectively with technical and non‑technical stakeholders
• Experience in banking, financial services, or highly regulated environments is a plus