Security Engineer

We are looking for a Security Engineer to work remotely in Portugal who’s eager to embark on an exciting new opportunity!  

About KWAN

We 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 closure
• Operate scanning tools for servers, endpoints, cloud, and containerized environments
• Analyse and prioritize vulnerabilities, collaborating with asset owners for remediation
• Develop dashboards, metrics, and reports for vulnerability status and risk exposure
• Support compliance initiatives such as ISO 27001, NIS2, and internal audits
• Collaborate with DevSecOps and Infrastructure teams to automate scanning and patch validation
• Participate in threat and vulnerability assessments for new systems and integrations

What we are looking for

• 3–5 years in cybersecurity engineering, vulnerability management, or system hardening
• Hands-on experience with vulnerability scanning tools (Tenable, Qualys, Rapid7 or OpenVAS)
• Solid knowledge of Linux, Windows, and cloud security (AWS, Azure)
• Strong analytical and communication skills in English
• Experience with ticketing or risk tracking systems for remediation
• Familiarity with project management practices or methodologies
• Bachelor’s degree in Information Security, Computer Science, or related field
• Preferred: certifications such as CompTIA Security+, CEH, GSEC, scripting skills (Python, PowerShell, Bash), and experience in multinational or enterprise environments
• Fluent in English (Mandatory).
• Availability to work remote in Portugal
• Candidates must be residing already 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.

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 @ KWAN

Grab this opportunity, apply now!