KWAN

KWAN is a 100% Portuguese company that is part of the Rupeal Group, dedicated to IT Staffing, consulting, and outsourcing. KWAN exists because a developer believed in a different way of recruiting: treating people with the respect they deserve. Our goal is to be your go-to place for career advice and help you reach your dream job.

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Senior CyberSecurity Consultant

On-site

location Lisbon, Porto

date July 16, 2025

types Full-time

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We are currently hiring a Senior CyberSecurity Consultant (focusing on vulnerability management) based in one of this cities in Portugal (Lisbon or Porto) or open for a relocation to Portugal.

Responsibilities:

- Lead the implementation of vulnerability management practices across different business areas, ensuring security standards are embedded in every stage of the development and infrastructure lifecycle;

- Conduct regular vulnerability assessments and scans using industry-standard tools, analyze findings, and coordinate with relevant teams for remediation;

- Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams (DevOps, QA, IT, Engineering) to integrate secure development and vulnerability detection practices into pipelines and systems;

- Develop and maintain automated security checks and processes to ensure continuous monitoring and risk mitigation;

- Stay current with the latest security threats, vulnerabilities, and technologies, and provide guidance on risk-based prioritization and resolution;

- Track and report security metrics, including vulnerability KPIs, and contribute to executive-level reporting and risk dashboards;

- Support internal and external audits, compliance initiatives, and security certifications by ensuring vulnerability management controls are in place and documented;

- Educate and raise awareness across teams about secure coding practices, vulnerability risks, and mitigation strategies;

- Continuously evaluate and improve vulnerability management tools, processes, and documentation.

Requirements:

- +5 years of experience in Cybersecurity or related roles, with a strong focus on vulnerability management;

- Proficient in English (B2) and Portuguese (C1);

- Bachelor’s degree in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience;

- Hands-on experience with vulnerability scanning and management tools (e.g., Qualys, Nessus, Rapid7, OpenVAS);

- Familiarity with secure software development lifecycle (SSDLC), DevSecOps practices, and CI/CD integration;

- Strong understanding of OWASP Top 10, CVE, CVSS, and related vulnerability standards;

- Experience working with Jira and Confluence for issue tracking and documentation;

- Excellent communication and collaboration skills to engage with both technical and non-technical stakeholders;

- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and proactively drive improvements across teams.

P.S. Relocation and visa support included as part of our relocation package – we assist throughout the entire relocation process to ensure a smooth transition.

If this offer resonates with your career aspirations and you're ready to embrace an exciting new challenge, we encourage you to seize this opportunity

https://rupeal.typeform.com/to/ol4gTH?opportunity=Cl%C3%A1udia%20Freitas&channel=ItJobs

or send an email to

claudia.freitas@kwan.com