Data Security Expert

Company Description

Inetum is a global leader in IT services, dedicated to providing innovative solutions to our clients. We are committed to fostering a dynamic, inclusive workplace that values diversity, where creativity and collaboration thrive. We operate in 19 countries with more than 28,000 employees worldwide.

If you are looking for a dynamic, innovative, and technology-driven company, Inetum is the place for you! Come be Inetum!

Job Description

A leading European organization is strengthening its teams in the areas of cybersecurity, IT risk management, and digital fraud prevention. This position is part of a global Cybersecurity & Digital Fraud department, working from Portugal as an extension of the central team.

Main Mission

Support Enterprise Security activities with a strong focus on Data Security and Cryptography, contributing to defining standards, assessing risks, and guiding internal entities on secure solutions.

Responsibilities

- Define security requirements and strategy for data security and cryptography across the group.

- Support subsidiaries in implementing data protection and cryptographic measures.

- Analyze security risks and recommend additional countermeasures.

- Participate in technical POCs involving new and emerging technologies.

- Conduct technology research and contribute to internal security community development.

- Work on topics such as:

- Data protection at rest and in transit, data masking, anonymization.

- Cryptography in private, public, and hybrid cloud environments (Azure, AWS, IBM, O365).

- Cryptographic key management (HSM, CKMS, secret management).

- Digital signatures.

- Security for Data Science environments (Data Labs, Big Data).

- Post‑quantum cryptography and crypto‑agility.

Key Tasks

- Assess the robustness of system designs and data protection mechanisms.

- Develop guidelines for the use of Blockchain technologies.

- Collaborate with expert groups in cryptography and data security.

- Guide projects toward the best data security techniques depending on the use case.

- Conduct risk assessments and propose mitigation measures.

- Define security requirements for data protection and cryptography.

- Suggest approaches for cryptographic asset inventory and crypto‑agility.

Qualifications

- IT risk and cybersecurity knowledge.

- Understanding of cryptography concepts and enterprise-level applications.

- Basic knowledge of quantum computing and its security implications.

- Awareness of the current cybersecurity landscape.

- Familiarity with frameworks such as ISO 27001, NIST, CIS.

Language Requirements

- English (mandatory).

Soft Skills

- Strong communication skills (verbal and written).

- Active listening and synthesis ability.

- Ability to inspire and foster engagement.

- Experience leading meetings or committees.

- Critical thinking.