Sr Cybersecurity Analyst

IQVIA Solutions Portugal, Unipessoal Lda (PT51); Porto Salvo; Presencial; EUR 90 000 - 120 000; Tempo integral

Resumo da oferta

IQVIA Inc. is seeking a senior cybersecurity professional to lead Vulnerability Management, External Attack Surface Management and CTEM programs.

You will oversee asset discovery, scanning, risk-based prioritization, remediation tracking and closure validation, coordinating internal and third-party testers, and driving remediation and retests. The role requires strong governance skills, experience with threat intelligence integration, and the ability to report to senior leadership.

Qualificações

• Bachelor's degree in CS or related field required.
• Equivalent work experience may substitute for degree (preferred).
• 5+ years of related work experience, including 3 years in vulnerability or exposure management – required.
• Fluent English, written and spoken – required.
• Hands-on experience with VM/EASM/CTEM platforms and related tooling – required.
• Strong knowledge of CVSS, EPSS, MITRE ATT&CK and OWASP Top 10 – required.
• Working knowledge of at least one major public cloud provider; Windows and Linux – required.

Responsabilidades

• Oversee Vulnerability Management, External Attack Surface Management and CTEM from asset discovery to remediation closure.
• Provide leadership and act as escalation point for complex exposures.
• Develop and implement governance, SOPs, SLAs, risk-acceptance workflows and KPIs.
• Coordinate internal and third-party testers and review penetration test reports.
• Prioritize remediation based on risk, link threat intel to exposure data.
• Provide regular performance updates and exposure risk reporting to Senior Leadership.

Conhecimentos

Vulnerability management

External attack surface management

CTEM

Penetration testing

Threat intelligence

CSPM/CNAPP

BAS

ITSM/CMDB

CVSS/EPSS/OWASP Top 10

Cloud provider knowledge

Scripting/Automation

Formação académica

Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science or related field

Equivalent work experience may substitute for degree

Ferramentas

Vulnerability management platforms

EASM platforms

CTEM platforms

Threat Intelligence Platforms (TIP)

BAS tools

ITSM & CMDB for remediation workflows

Descrição da oferta de emprego

Provides subject matter expertise on and oversight of the Vulnerability Management, Attack Surface Management, Continuous Threat Exposure Management (CTEM) and Penetration Testing oversight capabilities. Essential Functions Manage the operation of the Vulnerability Management, External Attack Surface Management and CTEM capabilities, from asset discovery and scanning through risk-based prioritization, remediation tracking and closure validation. Provide leadership and direction to analysts within the area of responsibility; act as escalation point for complex, contested or zero-day exposures. Oversee the development and implementation of functional governance (Standard Operating Procedures, remediation SLAs, risk-acceptance and exception workflows, Key Performance Indicators). Act as controller of the penetration testing program: define scope and rules of engagement, coordinate internal and third-party testers, review report quality, and drive findings through remediation and retest. Correlate threat intelligence with internal and external exposure data to prioritize remediation on what is exploitable and business-critical. Provide regular performance updates and exposure risk reporting to Senior Leadership. Act as Subject Matter Expert, working on issues where analysis of situations or data requires detailed knowledge of the area of responsibility.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, a related field, or equivalent experience – Required
• Equivalent work experience may substitute for degree – Preferred
• 5 years of related work experience, including 3 years in vulnerability or exposure management – Required
• Fluent English, written and spoken – Required
• Hands-on experience with: Vulnerability Management / risk-based VM platforms; External Attack Surface Management (EASM); Exposure Management / CTEM platforms; Threat Intelligence Platforms (TIP); Cloud Security Posture Management (CSPM/CNAPP); Breach and Attack Simulation (BAS) or other exposure validation tools; IT Service Management (ITSM) and CMDB for remediation workflows – Required
• Strong knowledge of CVSS, EPSS, known-exploited vulnerability catalogs, MITRE ATT&CK and OWASP Top 10 – Required
• Working knowledge of at least one major public cloud provider, networking, Windows and Linux – Required
• Scripting or API automation (Python, PowerShell) and data reporting / BI tools – Preferred
• CISSP – Certified Information Systems Security Professional – Preferred
• CISM – Certified Information Security Manager – Required
• CRISC – Certified in Risk and Information Systems Control – Required
• Technical certification such as GIAC (GEVA, GCED, GPEN), OSCP, CompTIA PenTest+ or a cloud security certification – Preferred

IQVIA is a leading global provider of clinical research services, commercial insights, and healthcare intelligence to the life sciences and healthcare industries. We create intelligent connections to accelerate the development and commercialization of innovative medical treatments to help improve patient outcomes and population health worldwide. Learn more at https://jobs.iqvia.com. IQVIA is committed to integrity in our hiring process and maintains a zero tolerance policy for candidate fraud. All information and credentials submitted in your application must be truthful and complete. Any false statements, misrepresentations, or material omissions during the recruitment process will result in immediate disqualification of your application, or termination of employment if discovered later, in accordance with applicable law. We appreciate your honesty and professionalism.

At IQVIA, we believe that diversity, inclusion, and belonging empower our mission to accelerate innovation for a healthier world. We create a culture of belonging by valuing the perspectives of all talented employees worldwide and providing them with the opportunity to power smarter healthcare for everyone, everywhere. When our talented employees bring their authentic selves and their diverse experiences to work, they enable us to accomplish extraordinary things. Multifaceted thought processes spark innovation. Multi-talented collaboration harnesses innovation to deliver superior outcomes. Likewise, as part of this culture, IQVIA is committed to ensuring effective equality between women and men, integrating it as a strategic principle in its corporate and human resources policies. IQVIA is a leading global provider of clinical research services, commercial insights and healthcare intelligence to the life sciences and healthcare industries. We create connections that accelerate the development and commercialization of innovative medical treatments. Everything we do is part of a journey to improve patient outcomes and population health worldwide. To get there, we seek out diverse talent with curious minds and a relentless commitment to innovation and impact. No matter your role, everyone at IQVIA contributes to our shared goal of helping customers improve the lives of patients everywhere. Thank you for your interest in growing your career with us.