Information Security Consultant Portalegre

Information Security Consultant
Portalegre
Portalegre, Portalegre District, Portugal

Information Security Regulatory Support Assessor

Remote (Europe-based) | 6-month project | Freelance Contract |

Project Context

We are seeking an experienced Information Security Regulatory Support Assessor to join a strategic initiative led by a global financial institution.

The consultant will be supporting regulatory readiness and governance activities across the EMEA region, with a strong focus on NIS2 compliance, risk assessments, and stakeholder engagement.

Responsibilities

• Support activities related to NIS2 readiness and regulatory assurance.
• Assess internal policies, technical documentation, and control frameworks.
• Perform
  - level and
  - level security assessments.
• Assist with NIS2 registration and incident response documentation.
• Collaborate with project teams, governance stakeholders, and business units.
• Monitor regulatory posture, gaps, risks, and mitigation plans.
• Produce periodic reports on compliance and regulatory governance status.

Required Skills

• 5+ years in Information Security, IT Governance, or Compliance roles.
• Strong experience with IT audits or regulatory security support.
• Solid understanding of NIS2 and other EU regulatory frameworks.
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or equivalent.
• Excellent documentation, communication, and stakeholder alignment skills.
• Ability to operate autonomously in remote settings.

Certifications (preferred)

• One or more of the following: CISA, CISSP, CISM, ISO 27001 Lead Auditor, COBIT
• Knowledge of ISO 27001/27002, NIST 800-53, CIS Controls frameworks.
• Familiarity with DORA, Cyber Resilience Act, or similar initiatives is a plus.

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