Job Description
Job Title: Security Operations Engineer
Location: Remote- Lisbon
Employment Type: Full-Time
Overview:
An exciting opportunity is available for an experienced Security Operations Engineer to join a fast-growing, cloud-first enterprise software organisation.
Key Responsibilities:
- Deploy, configure, and maintain security tools including firewalls, antivirus, intrusion detection and prevention systems.
- Monitor security infrastructure and SIEM platforms to detect and respond to potential threats.
- Conduct regular vulnerability assessments and penetration testing to identify and address system weaknesses.
- Investigate security incidents, analyse root causes, and implement remediation strategies.
- Define and enforce security policies, procedures, and best practices across the business.
- Provide expert guidance and support to IT teams on security design, incident response, and risk mitigation.
- Track current CVEs and emerging threat vectors, ensuring proactive updates and mitigations are in place.
- Collaborate with infrastructure and application teams to embed security across systems and processes.
Key Requirements:
- Strong knowledge of core security technologies: firewalls, IDS/IPS, antivirus, endpoint protection.
- Practical experience with Microsoft Defender 365, Microsoft Purview, and Microsoft Sentinel.
- Familiarity with tools such as Snort, Suricata, Nessus, Qualys, and Cisco ASA or Barracuda firewalls.
- Proficiency in network security, operating systems, and infrastructure hardening.
- Relevant certifications (e.g., CompTIA Security+, CISSP, CCNA Security) are a strong advantage.
Benefits Include:
- Fully remote working model with flexible arrangements.
- Competitive remuneration and professional development pathways.
- Unlimited paid time off and global wellbeing days.
- Inclusive company culture with employee-led support networks.
- Contribution to sustainability through community-driven initiatives.
If you are interested in this role, please send your CV to- lucy.elliott@conspicuous.com