Junior Security Risk Officer | BPCE-IT
NatixisInPortugal
Posted: April 6, 2026
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The Junior Security Risk Officer at Natixis in Porto, Portugal is responsible for developing and implementing security measures to protect the bank's assets and data, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements and industry standards. The ideal candidate should have a strong background in risk management, information security, and a proven track record of implementing security protocols in a fast-paced environment. The successful candidate will work closely with cross-functional teams to identify and mitigate security risks, and will be responsible for implementing and maintaining security controls to ensure the highest level of security standards.
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Job Description
Natixis in Portugal is a Centre of Expertise whose mission is to transform traditional banking by developing innovative solutions for the business, operations and work culture of Groupe BPCE worldwide. 
As part of Groupe BPCE’s international division, Natixis in Portugal designs and delivers solutions for its two core areas — Corporate & Investment Banking and Asset & Wealth Management — as well as transversal services that support all entities across the Group. 
With more than 3,000 employees representing 46 nationalities, the teams work across Information Technology, Banking Support Activities, and Compliance, in an integrated, inclusive, and cross-functional way, supporting all business lines and platforms of the Group.  
A disruptive mindset and a culture of proximity and agility identify Natixis in Portugal Team and reflect the company's mission to transform traditional banking at a global scale: a perfect match in the Portuguese dynamics and entrepreneurial ecosystem.
Main Tasks & Responsibilities:
Communicate corporate governance, risk management, control strategies, frameworks, and policies.
Communicate effectively with stakeholders, including senior management, to report on the status of technological risks, potential vulnerabilities, and the effectiveness of risk mitigation measures.
Report on enterprise-wide technology risks to senior management.
Provide independent oversight and challenge of IT team choices.
Provide training tools and advice to your perimeters and promote a strong risk management culture.
Ensure that activities comply with applicable laws and regulations.
Identify potential technological risks that could impact the bank's operations, including cybersecurity threats, data breaches, system failures, and other IT-related risks.
Assess the potential impact and likelihood of technological risks and work to quantify and prioritize these risks based on their severity and potential impact on the bank's operations.
Continuously monitor and analyze the bank's technology infrastructure and systems to identify any emerging risks or vulnerabilities that could pose a threat to the bank's operations and data security.
Ensure that the bank's technology systems and operations comply with relevant regulatory requirements and industry standards, such as data protection regulations and cybersecurity best practices.
•Develop and implement risk mitigation strategies and controls to address identified technological risks, including collaborating with IT teams to implement security measures and controls.
Contribute to the development and implementation of technology risk management policies and procedures to ensure the bank's technology infrastructure is secure and resilient.
 
Specific Responsibilities:
Deploy new level 1 permanent controls
Validate and supervise the execution of level 1 permanent controls level
Ensure continuous improvement of level 1 permanent controls level
Develop and maintain the technology risk management framework, policies, and procedures.
Develop and maintain comprehensive reports on level 1 permanent controls compliance level.
Communicate effectively with stakeholders, including senior management, to report on the status of level 1 permanent controls.
Provide training, tools, and advice to staff members to promote a strong risk management culture and awareness of technology risks.
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field
Proven experience in technology risk management within the banking or financial services industry.
Strong understanding of technology infrastructure, security principles, and risk assessment methodologies.
Knowledge of regulatory requirements and industry standards related to technology risk management such as ISO27001 and NIST.
Experience with Power BI and Excel.
Knowledge of COBIT and ITIL framework is a plus.
Relevant certifications such as ISO27001, ISO27005, CISSP, CISM, or CRISC are a plus.
English level minimum B2
Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
Creative and proactive.
Results oriented.
Comfortable communicating with various stakeholders and senior management.
Project management skills is a plus.
If you are a proactive and results-oriented IT professional, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity.
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