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Global IT Infrastructure & Security Manager (m/f/d)
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Contract type:
Permanent
Location:
Lisbon, Portugal
Work mode:
Onsite
Published on:
13 October 2026
What they need
Your New Company
Join an international, multidisciplinary organisation operating across multiple markets and undergoing continued digital transformation. You’ll work in a global environment where technology, collaboration and continuous improvement are central to supporting the business.
Your New Role
You’ll take ownership of the global technology infrastructure, IT operations and cybersecurity landscape. Working within a Microsoft-based environment, you’ll combine strategic leadership with hands-on oversight to ensure secure, resilient and scalable technology services.
- Lead the global IT Infrastructure & Operations function, establishing consistent governance, standards and service levels.
- Define and deliver the infrastructure strategy and roadmap in line with business and digital transformation priorities.
- Ensure the availability, performance, scalability and resilience of infrastructure, systems and workplace technologies.
- Drive the cybersecurity strategy, including security controls, risk management, monitoring and incident response.
- Establish standards for business continuity, disaster recovery and IT resilience.
- Modernise the technology environment through automation, standardisation, efficiency and scalability.
- Manage strategic technology partners, suppliers and service providers.
- Own infrastructure and operations CAPEX/OPEX, including planning, forecasting and cost optimisation.
- Define and monitor KPIs, SLAs and cybersecurity risk indicators.
- Coordinate and develop infrastructure and operations resources across different countries.
- Support technology integration associated with M&A activity, including infrastructure consolidation, systems integration, cybersecurity and access management.
What You'll Need to Succeed
- Degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Engineering or a related field.
- More than 5 years' experience in IT Infrastructure, Operations and Cybersecurity or an equivalent area.
- Proven experience leading infrastructure and operations teams, services or complex technology environments, ideally internationally.
- Strong expertise across IT infrastructure, cloud, networks, workplace technologies and cybersecurity .
- Strong knowledge of Microsoft Azure and Microsoft 365 .
- Good knowledge of ISO/IEC 27001 , information security management and cybersecurity best practices.
- Experience with IT governance, compliance, GDPR and data protection principles.
- Experience implementing security policies, controls, risk management and compliance frameworks.
- Understanding of business continuity, disaster recovery and IT risk management.
- Experience defining technology strategies, roadmaps, governance models and global standards.
- Experience with technology integration in an M&A environment .
- Experience managing external technology partners and service providers.
- Strong analytical, decision-making, stakeholder management and communication skills.
- Fluency in English.
- Spanish would be a strong advantage.
- Experience with ManageEngine and Sophos would also be advantageous.
- Availability for international travel.
What You'll Get in Return
- Competitive compensation package.
- Health insurance and additional benefits.
- Flexible ways of working.
- International exposure and career opportunities.
- Continuous learning and development.
- A collaborative, internationally focused working environment.
What You Need to Do Now
If you're ready to take global ownership of infrastructure, operations and cybersecurity and want to combine technology strategy with operational impact, this could be your next career move.
Ready to take the next step? Apply now and let's talk.
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