IT Security Specialist

Department: Security

Employment Type: Full Time

Location: Remote Colombia (Bogotá)

Description

Key Responsibilities

• Implementing, monitoring, and maintaining endpoint and network security tools (CrowdStrike, MFA, SSO, VPNs, password managers, etc.)
• Managing user access controls and enforcing security policies across all devices (including BYOD).
• Conducting vulnerability assessments and coordinating incident response.
• Reviewing and hardening security configurations for web servers, cloud environments, and third-party integrations.
• Supporting compliance efforts for ISO 27001, GDPR, SOC 2, and similar frameworks.
• Creating and maintaining security documentation (policies, procedures, incident response plans).
• Monitoring system logs and alerts for suspicious activity and responding to events.
• Running employee security awareness training and phishing simulations.
• Collaborating with Development and DevOps to ensure secure coding and deployment practices.
• Coordinating with clients and vendors on security questionnaires, audits, and compliance requirements.

Skills, Knowledge and Expertise

• Experience: 2+ years in Endpoint Security Management, particularly for web agencies with a remote, BYOD policy.
• Communication: Strong written and verbal communication skills (you may be asked to complete a live email task during the interview)
• Grit: High persistence and follow-through to ensure people comply with security processes
• Clarity: Ability to clarify vague requests, ask smart questions, and structure security recommendations clearly
• Analysis: Strong analytical and reasoning ability

Benefits

• Cutting-edge work in a fast-growing CRO environment where security is mission-critical
• Permanently remote work environment
• Full-time position with semi-flexible hours — must overlap 4 hours with EST (8 AM–12 NN ET)
• Technology reimbursement (hardware and software support)
• Company-sponsored training and security certifications
• 20 days of paid vacation plus holidays
• Competitive salary