IT Security Manager

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.