IT Security Manager

Job description

Hiire is helping a Renewable Energy company hire an IT Security Manager for its office in Matosinhos. Your mission: Are you ready to be the shield and the sword for a dynamic, growing group? We need a visionary leader and a technical powerhouse to define, implement, and evolve our entire information security strategy. This is a high-impact, cross-functional role. It's not just a job, but a mission to protect our assets, ensure business runs smoothly, and stay ahead in a non-stop evolving threat landscape. You’ll be the central security mind, working with every team, top-tier vendors, and external security entities. What you'll do: Own the Security Domain: You'll lead the Cybersecurity area, making sure our security strategy is perfectly aligned with business goals and the IT Director’s vision. Build the Dream Team: Recruit, mentor, and grow the security team. You'll champion a strong security-first culture across the entire Group. Strategic Visionary: Work with the IT Director to define future projects and budget, always driving continuous improvement in our security posture. Defend & Respond: Monitor and manage all asset-related risks to guarantee our information is confidential, integrated, and available 24/7. Threat Hunter: Coordinate the gathering of threat intelligence, implement smart mitigation steps, and manage all security incidents and emergencies. This includes regular, rigorous testing of our disaster recovery and business continuity plans. Guardrail Creator: Ensure we comply with all local and international laws, best practices, and regulations. Develop and update clear, effective security policies and procedures. Tech Implementer: Design, deploy, and manage advanced security solutions that are both protective and practical. You will manage core security tools like SIEM and vulnerability scanners to cover the full risk lifecycle. External Networker: Maintain key relationships with SOCs, suppliers, and security entities. You'll also lead awareness and training to level up security knowledge across the Group. What you should bring: A degree in Computer Engineering, Networks, or a similar field ; Specialized technical training in Cybersecurity; Key Certifications (or equivalent mastery) : Cisco (CCNP or higher) Fortinet NSE (PCP or higher) Splunk (Cybersecurity Defense Analyst or Enterprise Security Certified Admin) Proven skills in Penetration Testing / Ethical Hacking Expertise in Operating System security at the administration level (Windows and Linux) Deep experience with SIEM, vulnerability management, and other security platforms; Proven track record of successful team leadership and people development; Strong knowledge of risk management, incident response, and information security best practices; Experience in defining and implementing robust security policies and controls; The ability to communicate complex issues clearly to both technical teams and business leaders; A high sense of ownership, independence, and the ability to make critical decisions under pressure; Experience in regulated industries and managing security audits; A proactive, improvement-focused mindset: you anticipate risks before they become problems. What we offer: Join a stable, growing group with significant local and global impact ; A highly visible role with strategic responsibility and genuine autonomy ; Work in a collaborative, multidisciplinary environment obsessed with innovation ; Directly shape the Group’s entire cybersecurity future ; Main office in Matosinhos , with occasional travel abroad to visit other sites of the company. Salary up to 65.000€ and other company perks