Cybersecurity Operations Engineer

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Portugal.

📋 Description

• Oversee and improve technologies that safeguard web applications, APIs, and services accessible over the internet.

• Implement, configure, monitor, and enhance DDoS protection, Web Application Firewall (WAF), and API security measures.

• Function in both cloud and on-premises settings.

• Collaborate closely with development, cloud, network, and infrastructure teams.

• Analyze security incidents.

• Assist in incident response initiatives.

• Recognize security vulnerabilities.

• Participate in ongoing enhancements of security architecture and operations.

• Help maintain the confidentiality, integrity, availability, and performance of essential business services.

⛳️ Requirements

• A Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Security, Engineering, or a related discipline, or equivalent practical experience.

• 3–6 years of experience in cybersecurity, application security, network security, or security operations.

• Practical experience with DDoS mitigation technologies, Web Application Firewalls (WAF), and API security solutions.

• Strong grasp of web technologies, including HTTP/S, REST APIs, TLS, and contemporary application architectures.

• Understanding of network security principles such as DNS, TCP/IP, routing, and firewalls.

• Experience with cloud platforms like Azure, AWS, or Google Cloud.

• Excellent analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving abilities.

• Knowledge of OWASP Top 10 and API Security Top 10 vulnerabilities.

• Experience with security monitoring, SIEM tools, or incident response workflows.

• Familiarity with technologies like Akamai, Cloudflare, F5, Imperva, Infrastructure as Code, or security automation instruments.

🏝️ Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits, support, and services that promote holistic health and well-being.

• Flexible arrangements tailored to your needs (depending on role and location).

• Autonomy, freedom, and a sense of ownership.

• A diverse and inclusive workplace culture.

• Reasonable accommodations offered throughout the recruitment process.