Information Security Officer

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

📋 Description

• Assume full responsibility for safeguarding Tiko’s global digital assets.

• Offer expert advice to ensure that employees, systems, and third-party partners adequately protect sensitive information.

• Develop and implement security frameworks (such as ISO 27001 and NIST) across all current and future markets.

• Collaborate closely with IT, Engineering, and Privacy teams to foster a security-oriented culture.

• Direct comprehensive risk assessments, vulnerability management, penetration testing, and threat modeling.

• Work with the Privacy team to evaluate and alleviate security risks linked to emerging AI technologies.

• Create, implement, and maintain strong technical measures to protect the network and servers.

• Supervise information security due diligence for all external vendors prior to onboarding.

• Continuously monitor network traffic and system performance to identify, isolate, and respond to anomalies.

• Guide the formulation and execution of incident response strategies and oversee regulatory reporting.

• Formulate and update internal security policies to ensure compliance with global cybersecurity standards.

• Design and conduct engaging security awareness training to promote a proactive security-first approach.

⛳️ Requirements

• Significant experience in a dedicated Information Security, Cyber Security, or Risk Management role, preferably within complex or multi-market digital environments.

• Extensive working knowledge of implementing and auditing leading cybersecurity frameworks (specifically ISO 27001 and NIST).

• Practical expertise in network security design, firewalls, IDS/IPS configurations, data encryption standards, endpoint protection, and secure SDLC principles.

• Awareness of data protection compliance and emerging security risk models related to enterprise AI tools.

• Proven experience in creating incident response playbooks and leading root-cause analyses.

• Proficient written and verbal communication skills in English, with a knack for clear and concise documentation.

🏝️ Benefits

• Benefits and allowances customized to your location.

• Flexible working options, including remote or hybrid arrangements.

• An annual personal development budget of €500 to support your professional growth.

• Unlimited vacation days to utilize as needed - simply coordinate with your team to take the time you require to recharge.

• An opportunity to influence a growing, impactful product and leave your mark on our operations.

• A culture based on trust - we believe in your ability to perform at your best without unnecessary rules or micromanagement.