Vulnerability Management Specialist

Inetum is a European leader in digital services , supporting organizations as they navigate continuous technological change. The company helps clients accelerate their digital transformation through a broad portfolio that includes consulting, application services, digital engineering, cloud, cybersecurity, platforms, and infrastructure services As part of the Corporate Cybersecurity team, the Vulnerability Management Specialist will play a key role in strengthening and continuously improving the organization's cybersecurity posture. This position offers a broad and transversal view of the IT landscape, working closely with IT teams, Cybersecurity teams, business stakeholders, and external security partners. The successful candidate will contribute to identifying, assessing, prioritizing, and driving the remediation of vulnerabilities across the organization, ensuring compliance with security standards and reducing cyber risk. Key Responsibilities Vulnerability Management Ensure all eligible assets are covered by vulnerability management tools and processes. Monitor the execution and success of vulnerability scans across the infrastructure. Analyze vulnerability assessment results, evaluate associated risks, and prioritize remediation activities. Collaborate with IT and infrastructure teams to define remediation plans and track implementation. Monitor compliance with vulnerability remediation targets and escalation procedures. Produce regular reports and dashboards on vulnerability exposure, remediation progress, and risk trends. Patch Management Oversight Analyze security advisories and critical patch announcements to identify impacted systems and environments. Coordinate with relevant stakeholders to ensure the timely deployment of critical security patches. Monitor patch deployment progress and follow up on delayed remediation actions. Escalate high-risk situations where critical vulnerabilities remain unresolved. Prepare and communicate status reports to management and key stakeholders. Penetration Testing Coordination Coordinate and oversee penetration testing activities. Ensure penetration tests are planned, executed, and documented according to internal security standards. Review penetration testing findings and support risk-based prioritization of remediation actions. Monitor remediation progress and validate the closure of identified vulnerabilities. Ensure the quality and effectiveness of services delivered by external penetration testing providers. Secure Code Review Monitoring Ensure eligible applications are covered by approved code review and application security testing tools. Monitor the execution and effectiveness of automated and manual code reviews. Review identified vulnerabilities and coordinate remediation efforts with development teams. Contribute to the continuous improvement of Secure Development Lifecycle (SDLC) practices. Reporting & Stakeholder Management Produce regular and ad hoc reports related to vulnerability management, penetration testing, patch management, and application security activities. Present findings, risks, and remediation progress to both technical and non-technical stakeholders. Facilitate discussions and meetings with internal teams, security specialists, and external providers. Support cybersecurity governance initiatives and continuous improvement programs. Bachelor's Degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Engineering, or a related field. Minimum 5 years of experience in Information Technology. Previous experience in Vulnerability Management, Cybersecurity Operations, Infrastructure Security, or a related cybersecurity discipline. Solid understanding of IT infrastructures, systems, networks, and application environments. Professional proficiency in written and spoken English. Advanced Microsoft Excel skills, including reporting, data analysis, and dashboard creation. Experience with vulnerability assessment, patch management, or security monitoring tools is highly desirable. Technical Skills Vulnerability Management Processes and Tools Vulnerability Assessment and Risk Analysis Patch Management Penetration Testing Coordination Secure Code Review Processes Network and Infrastructure Security Cybersecurity Governance and Reporting Microsoft Excel (Advanced) Data Analysis and Reporting Soft Skills Strong analytical and problem-solving skills High level of accuracy and attention to detail Excellent organizational and prioritization abilities Results-driven and delivery-focused mindset Strong communication and stakeholder management skills Collaborative and team-oriented approach Adaptability and ability to work in changing environments Resilience and ability to manage competing priorities Ability to lead meetings and facilitate decision-making processes Customer and service-oriented attitude Lisbon OR Porto Availability to travel within Portugal when required. Availability to travel internationally on an occasional basis. Experience working within multinational and complex environments is considered an advantage.