We are looking for a Security Engineer to work remote in Portugal, who's eager to embark on an exciting new opportunity!
About KWANWe connect IT professionals with projects that match their skills, professional experience, and goals, then we offer a career progression program, delivered by in-house specialists - our People Experience Partners - to guide them through our journey with us.What is this challenge about:Manage and improve the vulnerability management lifecycle, from identification to closureOperate scanning tools for servers, endpoints, cloud, and containerized environmentsAnalyse and prioritize vulnerabilities, collaborating with asset owners for remediationDevelop dashboards, metrics, and reports for vulnerability status and risk exposureSupport compliance initiatives such as ISO *****, NIS2, and internal auditsCollaborate with DevSecOps and Infrastructure teams to automate scanning and patch validationParticipate in threat and vulnerability assessments for new systems and integrationsDoes it sound exciting?
What we are looking for3–5 years in cybersecurity engineering, vulnerability management, or system hardeningHands-on experience with vulnerability scanning tools (Tenable, Qualys, Rapid7, OpenVAS)Solid knowledge of Linux, Windows, and cloud security (AWS, Azure)Strong analytical and communication skills in EnglishExperience with ticketing or risk tracking systems for remediationFamiliarity with project management practices or methodologiesBachelor's degree in Information Security, Computer Science, or related fieldPreferred: certifications such as CompTIA Security+, CEH, GSEC, scripting skills (Python, PowerShell, Bash), and experience in multinational or enterprise environmentsFluent in English (Mandatory).
Availability to work remote in Portugal (must be already residing in Portugal)Do you meet most of the position requirements?
Then grab this opportunity and apply now!
What we offer• A project that matches your skills and ambitions, as well as your preferences for working policies and culture.
• A competitive salary with awesome benefits and opportunities to leverage your knowledge and network to earn additional income.
• An empowering and respectful work culture enriched with social and learning events.
• A People Experience Partner specially assigned to you - your go-to career guide, responsible for supporting your growth, facilitating training, and ensuring your work-life balance at KWAN.
• A relocation package and visa sponsorship for all our international hires.Some Words From Our Colleagues"At KWAN, they make sure that I feel comfortable with the client I'm working for and that what I'm doing aligns with my career aspirations."- Luis Caldeira, DevOps @ KWANGrab this opportunity, apply now!