Project Manager Cybersecurity

Madrid, Spain

Full Time Senior-level / Expert EUR 92K - 172K * ^est.

IE University

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Posted 2 days ago

Overview

Are you interested in joining a dynamic and international team of professionals to transform education? IE's IT Department is looking for a Cybersecurity Project Manager to join its team!

The Information Technology team is looking for a Project Manager Cybersecurity to support the organization's security strategy, working closely with the Head of Cybersecurity. This role will play a key part in ensuring the security and integrity of IT systems, implementing best practices and leading security initiatives.

Why IE University?With 50 years of experience and founded by and for entrepreneurs, IE University has turned business education on its head through disruptive teaching. We count on high-level faculty who bring real-world experience into the classroom and foster a hands-on approach to learning.Our PurposeAt IE University, we foster positive change through education, research, and innovation.As a transformative educational institution, we empower students to make their mark on the world. We provide them with the skills, knowledge, and environment needed to make a difference, and they join a supportive and international community that lasts a lifetime.Our spirit of innovation and entrepreneurship has allowed us to drive change and constantly stay at the cutting edge of higher education. And through diversity, we have harnessed the power of people while also understanding and embracing the importance of humanities.Our PeopleAt IE we are

People-driven
Change Builders
Autonomy Enthusiasts
Communication Enthusiasts
Knowledge Champions

We are looking for a person to join a full-time position in Madrid.

Responsibilities

Your role as Cybersecurity Project Manager will involve:

Act as the right-hand person to the Head of Cybersecurity, contributing to the development and execution of the company's security strategy.
Lead the identification, assessment, and mitigation of cybersecurity risks.
Design, implement, and manage security policies, standards, and best practices across the organization.
Provide advanced technical support for incident detection, response, and recovery.
Conduct security audits, penetration testing, and vulnerability assessments to identify weaknesses and ensure compliance.
Oversee and improve firewall, NAC, SIEM, EDR/XDR/NDR, CASB, and ZTNA solutions.
Monitor and analyze security events, logs, and network traffic for potential threats.
Develop and execute incident response plans and cybersecurity training programs.
Collaborate with internal teams and external vendors to ensure compliance with industry standards and regulatory frameworks.
Manage and enhance security in cloud environments (Azure, AWS, Google Cloud).

Qualifications

To thrive in this role, you should have:

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Security, or a related field.
5+ years of experience in cybersecurity roles, preferably in security operations, risk management, or security architecture.
High level of written and spoken English and Spanish.
Strong knowledge of network security, firewalls, intrusion detection/prevention systems (IDS/IPS), VPNs, and endpoint security solutions.
Experience with SIEM, EDR, NDR, and XDR technologies for advanced threat detection and response.
Expertise in identity and access management (IAM), Zero Trust security models, and vulnerability management.
Experience working with compliance frameworks (ISO 27001, NIST, GDPR, etc.).
Proficiency in Windows, Linux, and virtualization environments.
Knowledge of scripting and automation (Python, PowerShell, Ansible).
Experience leading cybersecurity projects and incident response teams.
Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work under pressure during security incidents.