Cybersecurity Specialist
Retail Consult · Lisbon, Lisbon, Portugal
- On site
- Full-time
- €45,000 / year
- Lisbon, Lisbon, Portugal
Job highlights
- Secure company infrastructure and assets.
- Design and implement security solutions.
- Monitor and resolve security incidents.
- Ensure policy compliance and training.
- Document security processes and reports.
About the role
About Retail Consult
The impact of technology in retail is a game changer affecting every retailer from small, local shops to retail giants. Working at Retail Consult means being at the center of this industry in transformation. As specialists in technology solutions for retail, we provide solutions strategy, implementation, deployment, training and support services for clients across a range of retail segments including fashion, grocery, pharmacy, do it yourself, telecommunications, and electronics. Work, train and learn with a growing team with over 300 people based in Portugal, the US, Germany, Brazil, Mexico, Chile and China, who are transforming the business of retailers across the globe.We are currently seeking for a Cybersecurity Specialist to join our growing team in Porto, Portugal.
What We Are Offering
- The opportunity to join a growing company with people passionate about their work in an international environment;
- The opportunity to work with best-in-breed methodologies, tools and techniques;
- Training and Mentoring/Talent Development programs;
- Full package of Salary, perks and benefits (Health Insurance, mobile allowance and others);
- Career Evolution;
- Flexible working hours;
- Extra days off;
- Wellbeing program;
- Partnerships with local businesses.
What You'll Be Doing
- Deploy, manage, safeguard and support the information security aspects of the company infrastructure and assets;
- Engage on systems and solutions design;
- Monitor, identify and solve potential or existing security problems (events and incidents);
- Reporting and managing established information security policies violations;
- Assist in vulnerability assessments and audit processes to determine information security inefficiencies and non-conformities;
- Support implementation of security policies, standards, procedures and information security management systems, considering threats trends and security best practices;
- Participate in security awareness training and compliance initiatives;
- Document information security managing processes, design and implementations, findings, etc, as well as to prepare security reports.
What We Are Looking For
- Degree in Cybersecurity, IT, Computer Science, Telecommunications or Computer Engineering are preferred, but not mandatory;
- Knowledge on LAN/WAN networking technologies (routing, switching, Wi-Fi, VPN, DNS, DHCP, NTP, etc);
- Knowledge on Security technologies (Firewall, anti-virus/malware, EDR/XDR, SIEM, IdP, certificates, etc);
- Strong analytical, troubleshooting and problem-solving skills;
- Knowledge of common cybersecurity threats and mitigation techniques;
- Knowledge on Operating Systems (Microsoft, Linux, etc) and hardware;
- Knowledge in IT and/or cyber-security management/support;
- Strong technical or procedural documentation skills;
- Proficiency in English is mandatory;
- High level of commitment, pro activity, adaptability and versatility;
- Team worker and knowledge sharing spirit;
- Establish and maintain a positive and productive relationship with all co-workers and 3rd parties (different stakeholders' level and multi-cultural environment).
What Would Be a Plus
- Knowledge on Microsoft enterprise services management technologies, such as Active Directory Services, Office365, Microsoft Defender;
- Knowledge of xDR and SIEM solutions;
- Knowledge on vulnerability assessment processes and tools;
- Knowledge on threat intelligence processes;
- Spanish proficiency;
- Knowledge on logging and monitoring systems (Nagios, Zabbix, Graylog, KiwiSyslog, Prometheus, etc);
- Knowledge on information security audit processes and pen-testing solutions;
- Knowledge on automation/scripting;
- Knowledge on security standards such as ISO27001, SOC2.
How to Apply
If you think your profile matches our requirements and you are looking for an experience that offers opportunity, growth, balance, and a feeling of value, apply to this job submitting your CV at: / or ******.Skills & topics
- Cybersecurity
- Information Security
- Network Security
- Security Operations
- Incident Response
- Vulnerability Management
- Risk Assessment
- IT Security
- Security Policy
- Security Awareness Training
- Firewall
- SIEM
- EDR
- XDR
- Microsoft Defender
- Active Directory
- Office365
- LAN/WAN
- VPN
- ISO27001
- SOC2
- Portugal
- Porto
How to get hired
- Tailor your resume: Highlight cybersecurity skills and relevant certifications for this Cybersecurity Specialist role.
- Craft a strong cover letter: Emphasize your problem-solving abilities and passion for retail technology.
- Prepare for technical questions: Review LAN/WAN, security technologies, and OS knowledge.
- Showcase soft skills: Demonstrate proactivity, adaptability, and teamwork in interviews.
- Research Retail Consult: Understand their retail tech solutions and international presence.
Technical preparation
Master LAN/WAN networking protocols.,Familiarize with firewalls and SIEM.,Practice OS security configurations.,Understand common threat mitigation.
Behavioral questions
Describe a complex security problem you solved.,How do you handle policy violations?,Show your proactivity in a project.,Explain how you share knowledge with a team.
Frequently asked questions
- What are the key responsibilities for a Cybersecurity Specialist at Retail Consult?
- As a Cybersecurity Specialist at Retail Consult, your key responsibilities will include deploying, managing, and safeguarding company infrastructure and assets. You'll also be involved in systems design, monitoring and resolving security incidents, reporting policy violations, assisting with vulnerability assessments and audits, supporting security policy implementation, conducting security awareness training, and documenting security processes and reports.
- What qualifications are preferred for the Cybersecurity Specialist position at Retail Consult?
- While not mandatory, a degree in Cybersecurity, IT, Computer Science, Telecommunications, or Computer Engineering is preferred. Essential knowledge includes LAN/WAN networking technologies, security technologies (firewall, antivirus, EDR/XDR, SIEM, IdP), common cybersecurity threats and mitigation, operating systems (Microsoft, Linux), and IT/cyber-security management. Strong documentation skills and English proficiency are also required.
- What are some 'plus' skills for the Cybersecurity Specialist role at Retail Consult?
- Valuable 'plus' skills for this role include knowledge of Microsoft enterprise services (Active Directory, Office365, Microsoft Defender), xDR and SIEM solutions, vulnerability assessment and threat intelligence processes, Spanish proficiency, logging and monitoring systems (Nagios, Zabbix, etc.), security audit processes, pen-testing, and automation/scripting. Knowledge of security standards like ISO27001 and SOC2 is also beneficial.
- What kind of work environment can I expect as a Cybersecurity Specialist at Retail Consult?
- You can expect to join a growing company with passionate individuals in an international environment. Retail Consult offers opportunities for training, mentoring, career evolution, flexible working hours, extra days off, a wellbeing program, and partnerships with local businesses. The team is collaborative, with a strong spirit of knowledge sharing.
- How can I best prepare my application for the Cybersecurity Specialist job at Retail Consult?
- To best prepare your application for the Cybersecurity Specialist role at Retail Consult, ensure your resume clearly highlights your experience with the required technical skills (LAN/WAN, security technologies, OS) and any 'plus' skills. Emphasize your analytical, troubleshooting, and documentation abilities. Proficiency in English is mandatory, so ensure your application reflects this.