Hellas Gold is a mining company producing gold, silver, lead, zinc, and in the future copper, headquartered in Athens. Since 2004, it has been responsibly and safely developing and operating the Kassandra Mines in Northeast Halkidiki under the strictest environmental standards. The Kassandra Mines comprise three assets: the Olympias Mine (gold, silver, lead, zinc), the Skouries Project (copper, gold), and the Stratoni–Mavres Petres Mining and Port facilities. Building on a 25-century mining history, Hellas Gold invests in the sustainable development of the Kassandra Mines, supporting economic growth and contributing to the prosperity of local communities through investments exceeding US$3 billion, employment of more than 5,200 people, active support for local suppliers, and significant investment in community initiatives and projects. Since 2012, Hellas Gold has operated as a subsidiary of Eldorado Gold Corporation, a Canadian mining company with over 30 years of experience in the exploration, development, and operation of mines worldwide.

We live our values in pursuit of our purpose: to find a better way to do things. We aim to break new ground in all that we do. We do this by creating a positive impact today, and for future generations, through our commitment to operating safely, sustainably, and profitably.

The company offers the opportunity to those who wish to express interest in the position of “Cyber Security Specialist | Ειδικός Κυβερνοασφάλειας”, for its premises in Thessaloniki. I The position will report to the IT Manager of the Information Technology Department, based in Thessaloniki.

Main Responsibilities:  

• Act as the local cybersecurity specialist for Hellas Gold stakeholders.
• Coordinate and execute local implementation of Global Cybersecurity initiatives, standards, and awareness activities.
• Support communication between local IT, site stakeholders, vendors, and the Global Cybersecurity team.
• Escalate cybersecurity issues, risks, and blockers through the appropriate local and Global Cybersecurity channels.
• Support the local adoption of Eldorado Gold cybersecurity policies, standards, and procedures.
• Assist with evidence gathering and local follow-up for cybersecurity governance, cyber insurance, audit, compliance, and regulatory requirements, including GDPR where applicable.
• Identify local gaps or implementation challenges and coordinate follow-up actions with the IT Manager and Global Cybersecurity team.
• Support local incident response activities under the direction of Global Cybersecurity and the applicable incident response process.
• Assist with incident documentation, evidence preservation, communication coordination, and follow-up actions.
• Coordinate with local IT, business stakeholders, Legal, Communications, and vendors during cybersecurity events, as directed.
• Support containment, recovery, and remediation activities where local coordination or technical assistance is required.
• Track remediation actions arising from vulnerability scans, penetration tests, security assessments, incidents, audits, or Global Cybersecurity reviews.
• Follow up with local IT, system owners, and vendors to support timely remediation and provide status updates.
• Assist the Global Cybersecurity team with local context, evidence, and validation support for compliance and remediation activities.

Requirements:  

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, MIS, Business with Technology Management, or a related field.
• CISSP certification is preferred but not mandatory.
• Professional certifications such as Security+, CEH, GIAC, or equivalent are highly valued.
• Approximately 3-5 years of relevant experience in cybersecurity, security operations, infrastructure, systems administration, IT risk/compliance, or a related technology role.
• Experience working with IT operations, vendors, business stakeholders, and cross-functional teams.
• Practical understanding of cybersecurity controls, incident response support, vulnerability remediation, endpoint/network security, identity and access management, and security awareness.
• Strong organizational, analytical, problem-solving, and prioritization skills.
• Valid driving license.
• Very good command of English, both written and spoken.

Our company offers a competitive remuneration package that includes an attractive combination of salary and benefits, as well as opportunities for development in a challenging work environment.  

Inclusion and Diversity

Hellas Gold is an equal opportunities employer. We are committed to promoting an inclusive and diverse workplace where we value and respect every colleague for who they are and provide equality of opportunity so that everyone can fulfill their potential.  

If you are looking for a global and dynamic environment, please send us your CV in English.