Cybersecurity Engineer - Freelance - Mexico City

This opportunity is part of a cybersecurity labor market research project. By submitting your information, youll not only contribute to shaping industry insights but also ensure we can match you with job and contract opportunities as they arise. Participants will receive free access to our research findings, including the next edition of Nearshore Cyber Quarterly, a comprehensive summary and analysis of the Latin American cybersecurity job market.

Esta oportunidad forma parte de un proyecto de investigación sobre el mercado laboral en ciberseguridad. Al enviar tu información, no solo contribuirás a generar valiosos conocimientos para la industria, sino que también te ayudaremos a conectar con oportunidades laborales y de contrato a medida que surjan. Los participantes recibirán acceso gratuito a los resultados de nuestra investigación, incluyendo la próxima edición de Nearshore Cyber Quarterly, un resumen y análisis completo del mercado laboral de ciberseguridad en América Latina.

Job Description:

A Cybersecurity Engineer designs, implements and maintains an organization's security infrastructure. They are responsible for developing and executing comprehensive security strategies to protect against cyber threats. This role involves creating secure network architectures, implementing security tools, conducting risk assessments, and collaborating with various IT teams to ensure robust security measures across all systems and applications.

Skills and Experience:

- Strong understanding of network protocols and security technologies

- Expertise in configuring and managing firewalls, IDS/IPS, VPNs, and SIEM systems

- Experience with cloud security architectures and technologies (AWS, Azure, GCP)

- Proficiency in scripting and automation (Python, PowerShell, Bash)

- Knowledge of encryption technologies and public key infrastructure (PKI)

- Familiarity with DevSecOps practices and tools

- Experience in vulnerability assessment and penetration testing

- Understanding of regulatory compliance requirements (e.g., GDPR, HIPAA, PCI DSS)

- Ability to perform security architecture reviews and risk assessments

- Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail

- Experience with incident response and forensics

Language Requirement:

Strong English language abilities at a minimum of EFSET C1 level

Required Certifications:

- CISSP (Certified Information Systems Security Professional)

- CompTIA Security+

Optional Certifications:

- CEH (Certified Ethical Hacker)

- GIAC Security Expert (GSE)

- Cloud security certifications (AWS Certified Security, Azure Security Engineer, or Google Cloud Professional Security Engineer)

- OSCP (Offensive Security Certified Professional)