About this roleWe are looking for a hands-on, technically fluent Head of Security to lead our cybersecurity efforts across both corporate and enterprise environments. This is a hybrid role combining team leadership, technical security direction, risk management, and delivery of key security initiatives.You will work closely with IT, Engineering, Architecture, and Delivery teams to drive the implementation of our cybersecurity roadmap — spanning cloud security hardening, secure SDLC, data protection, and CIS benchmark compliance. This is an ideal opportunity for a security team lead or manager ready to step into a broader, more impactful leadership role while remaining close to technical execution
Your MissionYour mission is to lead and grow our security capability;
ensuring that cloud infrastructure, development pipelines, corporate systems, and critical data are all secured against evolving threats. You will shape the execution of security OKRs, manage and mentor a small but high-performing team, and directly contribute to the delivery of key technical initiatives. By translating strategic risks into actionable controls, and collaborating across departments, you will help embed security into everything we build, deploy, and operate.
Leadership & StrategyLead the cybersecurity function across corporate (Azure/O365) and enterprise (GitLab, AWS, GCP) environmentsOwn and drive delivery of security-related OKRs, working hands-on where neededProvide technical direction and mentorship to security analysts and engineersAct as the internal authority on security risk, translating business objectives into appropriate technical safeguardsIdentify skills/resource gaps and write statements of work (SOWs) to onboard external SMEs when required
Security Operations & EngineeringOversee threat detection, alert triage, and incident response processesEnsure proper implementation of cloud security controls (Azure Security Center, Microsoft Defender, AWS/GCP posture management)Guide implementation of secure software development lifecycle (SSDLC) controls, including threat modelling and CI/CD securityDrive coverage and remediation of vulnerabilities in infrastructure and code
Governance, Risk, and ComplianceOwn and maintain the cybersecurity risk register in collaboration with IT and EngineeringLead internal assessments against the
CIS Benchmarks
for Azure, Microsoft 365, AWS, GCP, and relevant platformsTrack remediation of CIS control gaps and report posture improvements to IT leadershipManage the development and review of key security policies and operational procedures
Collaboration & Stakeholder EngagementWork closely with IT on Azure and Microsoft 365 security initiatives, including Defender and Purview rolloutsPartner with Engineering on SSDLC enablement and GitLab security pipelinesCollaborate with Delivery/PMO to align and track execution of security objectivesCommunicate risk posture, metrics, and roadmap progress to the Director of IT and key stakeholders
What you'll bring5+ years in cybersecurity, with 2+ years in a leadership or team lead roleStrong technical expertise in cloud security (Azure, AWS, GCP), Microsoft Defender stack, and IAMExperience delivering SSDLC practices (e.G., threat modelling, CI/CD pipeline security)Working knowledge of the
CIS Benchmarks
and implementing associated controlsProven ability to manage competing priorities, influence stakeholders, and deliver results across technical teams
What's in it for youInspiring and fulfilling work at an innovative and values-driven company creating cutting-edge techAttractive salary and customisable benefits packageFlexible working hours and ways of working (we promote hybrid working model (work time is split between working 3 days a week in the office and 2 days from home).Contemporary and accessible office environments with a range of workplace perksRelocation package for you and your family including soft-landing package services to help you settle in (applicable in Spain, if you are moving from a different city/country)Being part of a team with a forward-looking, international mindset and agile working practicesA friendly, inclusive and multicultural environmentWellbeing programmes, learning and personal growth opportunitiesA range of employee events throughout the yearOpportunities to shape the tech community within and outside of the company, through mentoring and knowledge-sharing