Vigilant IT Security Manager - Portugal (Remote)

This is not an offshoring back-office job for an international company. You will be a key player in our globally distributed team. We’re searching for a Vigilant IT Security Manager to help us get our IT security systems up to spec, secure our networks and keep the vital organs of our team working! If you like solving complex business problems, and are experienced in all things IT security,  we need you! Read on! (this will be a long write up but we like to give you all the details before you spend your time applying) ___________________________________________________________ We are Laminar Projects! We are an award winning consultancy that implements technology to improve the delivery of complex construction projects. Improving construction strengthens the very foundation of human civilisation. (Watch our short film about it) We also have a separate product team, Shape Construction, that takes the deep understanding of the projects we work on to develop construction management software products. The core of all this is our true secret sauce; people. We only recruit kind and authentic people who are fast learners. We are deeply focused on designing a new type of place that is optimised for the flourishing of the people in the team first and foremost. This approach has allowed us to grow from just 2 people in 2017 to over 170 today and we are still very much at the beginning! Joining us isn’t just some “job,” we challenge you to be your best self in all aspects of life.  Our vision is designed to align how we operate with the fundamental aspects that enable anyone to have a fulfilled life:  Connects us with meaningful relationships Inspires us to develop ourselves to become better humans Empowers us to pursue our own learning adventures 4 core values for a good life We believe a life of human flourishing is all about meaningful relationships with others and challenging yourself to create a positive impact. Our four core values are grow yourself, care about people, execute to greatness and build civilisation. This philosophy goes much deeper and you can see more on our website. We are achieving this vision through the following two missions:  To fully digitise the construction of human civilisation To create a new type of organisation that enables human flourishing while delivering a huge positive impact on society ___________________________________________________________ The Role Purpose of the role As the IT Security Manager at Laminar, you will play a pivotal role in managing our IT security systems, identifying and closing any cybersecurity risk we hold, whilst also ensuring the smooth operation and development of the IT function. Your primary focus will be on maturing our security systems, ensuring adherence to industry standards, regulatory requirements, and best practices, particularly in alignment with relevant accreditations such as ISO 27001 and SOC2. Additionally, you will be responsible for all Laminar’s IT related policy and business rules, the managing of software, hardware and infrastructure management, and establishing SLAs for user support.   Team Our IT team is the first port of call when things go wrong, and the first to spot trouble before it does. From fixing the everyday snags to keeping systems, networks, and data running securely behind the scenes, they keep the business moving so everyone else can get on with their work. Your leadership and coordination will ensure that the IT team continues to deliver high quality support for all departments within Laminar.   Your top three objectives  Identify and mitigate IT security risks and close gaps in our systems. Ensure compliance with ISO 27001 and SOC2 standards and regulations. Develop and maintain a high-performing IT department.   Your top five responsibilities