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Luis Mota

@luismota

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Cybersecurity coordinator with network security, incident response, and endpoint management expertise.

Portugal

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What I'm looking for

I seek a hands-on cybersecurity role where I can lead endpoint and network security, drive vulnerability remediation, deliver awareness programs, and contribute to governance in a collaborative, security-first organization.

I am a cybersecurity professional blending hands-on technical skills with governance, risk, and team coordination to protect complex production environments. I lead endpoint management, threat detection and response, secure configuration, and security awareness initiatives while supporting infrastructure administration and network security operations.

My background spans SOC/NOC analyst work, firewall engineering, risk and vulnerability assessments, and cybersecurity consulting for public and private organizations. I hold a postgraduate degree in Cybersecurity and Computer Networks, relevant certifications, and a track record of delivering projects, audits, and training to improve security posture.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Current

Cybersecurity Coordinator

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SportTV

May 2025 - Present (8 months)

Lead core security operations, vulnerability management, and awareness initiatives, improving endpoint and patch management and strengthening detection/response across the organisation.

Endpoint management Cortex XDR Patch Management Group Policy Windows Server Vulnerability Management Security Awareness

Cybersecurity Consultant

Transtejo Soflusa

Jul 2024 - May 2025 (10 months)

Performed risk and vulnerability assessments ahead of NIS2, coordinated incident response to frequent phishing attacks, and recommended network and governance improvements to meet public administration regulations.

Risk Assessment Vulnerability Management Incident Response Phishing Network Architecture Compliance Vendor Management

SOC-NOC Analyst

Minsait

Dec 2023 - Apr 2024 (4 months)

Monitored networks and supported SOC/NOC operations, conducting vulnerability assessments and incident investigations while gaining hands-on experience with firewall maintenance and security audits.

SOC Vulnerability Assessment Incident Response Fortinet

Sub-editor

NOVO Semanário

Mar 2021 - Apr 2022 (1 year 1 month)

Combined content production with editorial planning, directing article development and ensuring timely publication of investigative and current affairs coverage.

Content Production Research

Journalist

Jornal Record

Oct 2019 - Mar 2021 (1 year 5 months)

Produced daily sports journalism under tight deadlines, delivering news, interviews and analysis while collaborating closely with editorial teams.

News Writing Interviewing Research Content Editing

Journalist

Jornal de Notícias

Dec 2010 - Oct 2019 (8 years 10 months)

Authored diverse news and feature articles, developed an extensive contact network, and specialised in sports reporting over a near nine-year tenure.

News Reporting Source Development Feature Writing Conflict Resolution

Journalist

A Bola

Jun 2009 - Nov 2010 (1 year 5 months)

Delivered high-volume online sports coverage with rapid turnaround times, producing timely articles and match reporting for a leading sports publication.

Online Publishing Sports Coverage Content Editing

Intern Journalist

Jornal Record

Jul 2008 - Dec 2009 (1 year 5 months)

Produced daily website articles, developed newsroom skills under pressure, and supported editorial staff with reporting and content tasks.

Reporting Content Research News Writing

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

ISCTE - Instituto Universitário de Lisboa

Post-Graduation, Cybersecurity and Computer Networks

Grade: A (Excellent)

Post-graduation in Cybersecurity and Computer Networks covering network security, threat analysis, and incident response; completed with 30 ECTS and grade A (Excellent).

Universidade Católica Portuguesa

Graduate Degree, Digital Communication, Media and Culture

Graduate degree in Digital Communication, Media and Culture with emphasis on media studies, cultural analysis, and communication theory for careers in journalism and media.