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Senior Cybersecurity and AI

Hybrid in Vigo·Full-time·Added yesterday (last checked 20 Oct)

GRADIANT

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Overview

Salary
From €32,000 a year

About €2,040 a month after tax.

Work mode
Hybrid, Vigo
Contract
Permanent contract, full-time hours
English
Required
Experience
Senior level
Education
University degree
Benefits
Private health insurance, meal vouchers

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Skills

This job advert was originally written in Spanish.

Requirements

What we're looking for

  • Degree in Computer Engineering, Telecommunications, Cybersecurity, or related studies.

  • Knowledge of cybersecurity fundamentals, especially related to vulnerabilities and attack techniques.

  • Knowledge of Linux and/or Windows systems.

  • Basic knowledge of networks and communication protocols.

  • Ability to program or develop scripts, preferably using Python, Bash, and/or PowerShell.

  • Familiarity with some tools used in pentesting or vulnerability analysis.

  • Interest in understanding how attacks work and how that knowledge can be used to improve detection and protection capabilities.

  • Interest in Artificial Intelligence and its application in cybersecurity, especially as a tool to automate tasks, analyze information, or develop new capabilities.

  • Profile with technical curiosity, analytical capacity, and autonomy to investigate, experiment, and face new problems.

  • Motivation to stay up to date with new vulnerabilities, attack techniques, tools, and technologies related to cybersecurity.

  • Ability to read technical documentation and communicate in English in an environment with international projects.

We are looking for a person who is curious, resourceful, and eager to learn, who enjoys investigating how technologies work, facing new problems, and experimenting with different solutions.

Nice to have

  • Some practical experience in pentesting, vulnerability analysis, or security labs, whether professional, academic, or through personal projects.

  • Familiarity with tools such as Burp Suite, Nmap, Metasploit, Wireshark or other similar tools.

  • Basic knowledge of MITRE ATT&CK and the main tactics and techniques used by potential adversaries.

  • Experience developing small projects, tools, or automations related to cybersecurity.

  • Participation in CTFs, cybersecurity learning platforms, personal projects, or technical communities.

  • Experience with Git and collaborative development environments.

  • Having experimented with generative AI, LLMs, or AI tools and having an interest in exploring their application to cybersecurity problems.

Pay & benefits

What you'll get

💼What we offer

At Gradiant, we care for both the project and the people who make it possible.

💶 Salary: From €32,000 SBA + 10% variable depending on your knowledge, experience, and drive!

🏖️ 23 vacation days + birthday day off + December 24 and 31.

🤩 #TroulaDays: one Friday off per month to unwind at your own pace.

🏡 Total flexibility: remote work, hybrid model, or office—you choose.

📚 Annual training budget and access to technical training, soft skills, and English classes.

💻 All the equipment needed to work comfortably from wherever you prefer.

🎁 Welcome Pack and flexible salary: restaurant vouchers, transport, childcare, health insurance...

In addition:

👥 Collaborative, inclusive, and horizontal culture.

☕ Coffee, fresh fruit, and good times if you decide to come to the office.

🧠 Continuous internal training: share and learn with your colleagues.

The role

Gradiant's Security and Privacy Area is composed of a multidisciplinary team of researchers and engineers specialized in the development of innovative solutions in the field of cybersecurity and privacy protection, with a particular focus on the intersection between advanced technologies and artificial intelligence. This team is dedicated to the research, design, and development of highly specialized systems in confidential computing, applied cryptography (with emphasis on financial cryptography, HSMs, and cryptoagility), decentralized identity and identity wallets, industrial and 5G network cybersecurity, honeypots, as well as the integration of artificial intelligence for cybersecurity enhancement. Additionally, the unit works on the development of Privacy Enhancing Technologies (PETs), applied especially in the training of AI models, and in advanced anonymization techniques.

Additionally, we have projects related to protection against the misuse of AI, such as document fraud (e.g., Audio and Video Deepfake Detection).

What you'll do

🧠What you will do

Day-to-day tasks include

  • Research and analysis of attack techniques to understand how potential adversaries may act and how to detect this type of behavior.

  • Performing security testing and vulnerability analysis on different systems, applications, and environments.

  • Use and experimentation with different offensive cybersecurity tools, as well as the development of small tools and automations.

  • Analysis of identified vulnerabilities, helping to understand their impact and possible forms of exploitation.

  • Application of knowledge acquired from an offensive perspective to contribute to the development and improvement of threat detection and analysis capabilities.

  • Research and experimentation with new technologies, paying special attention to the possibilities offered by Artificial Intelligence applied to cybersecurity.

  • Support in technology watch and monitoring of new vulnerabilities, tools and techniques related to cybersecurity.

    Your work will combine cybersecurity, development and experimentation, as part of a team where you can progressively learn and deepen your knowledge of new techniques and technologies.

    🎯What we are looking for

Hiring process

🤝 Interested?

If you are passionate about data, technological infrastructure, working with brilliant teams, and want to make your mark on European technological innovation, Gradiant is your place.

📩 Send us your CV and tell us why you are interested in joining our team.

About GRADIANT

GRADIANT is a non-profit research center based in Vigo, Spain, dedicated to applied AI research. It operates as a collaborative hub that connects academic research with industrial applications, focusing on areas such as computer vision, natural language processing, and quantum computing. The center is known for its strong ties to the University of Vigo and its participation in European research projects, positioning itself as a key player in Spain's AI landscape.

For international professionals, GRADIANT offers a unique opportunity to work in a research-driven environment in the northwest of Spain. The center actively recruits international talent, as evidenced by its participation in the Marie Curie postdoctoral fellowship program, making it an accessible entry point for researchers looking to establish themselves in Spain. The work culture is collaborative and academic, with a strong emphasis on publishing and applied research, and while the official language is likely Spanish, English is commonly used in research settings, which is a significant advantage for international hires.

Industry
AI Research
Founded
2019
Employees
11–50
Headquarters
Vigo, Spain
In Spain
Vigo

Good to know if you are moving

  • The center actively recruits international researchers through Marie Curie postdoctoral fellowships, offering a structured path for non-Spanish researchers.
  • Working language in research teams is typically English, lowering the barrier for international professionals.
  • Vigo offers a significantly lower cost of living compared to Madrid or Barcelona, allowing researchers to stretch their salaries further.
  • The center's non-profit status and academic ties provide a stable, research-focused environment rather than a corporate one.
  • Galicia's tech ecosystem is growing, and GRADIANT is a key player, which can be valuable for networking and career progression in Spain.

In their own words

About the company & team

At Gradiant, a leading technology center in Galicia, we develop deeptech solutions that combine artificial intelligence, cybersecurity, and advanced communications (5G/6G, satellite, aeronautical systems...). For over 15 years, we have been transforming knowledge into real innovation for businesses, leading the complete R&D&I cycle through to technology transfer.

Our team is made up of professionals passionate about technology, social impact, and excellence. If you are looking for a dynamic environment with real impact on the business landscape and a horizontal work culture, keep reading!

Additional information

🌈 Commitment to Diversity

We value all applications without distinction and will give special consideration to those with a disability certificate of 33% or more, in compliance with the LGD.

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