IAM Security Engineer (Latam)

Working At Bitso

We are a diverse team that takes pride in understanding the perspectives of others. We fully embrace working remotely and we are eager to act, improve and accelerate progress inside and outside of our organization.

To drive revolutionary changes in society and make crypto useful, we delight our customers with world-class products, deep care, and intentional empathy.

Your Purpose 

As an Identity and Access Management Engineer, your primary purpose is to ensure the right individuals have the appropriate access to technology resources across our organization. You will design, implement, and manage robust IAM solutions that safeguard sensitive information while enabling seamless user experiences. Your work will be crucial in maintaining the balance between security and accessibility, helping to protect our digital assets from unauthorized access and ensuring compliance with industry standards and regulations. By collaborating with cross-functional teams, you will help drive the development and execution of IAM strategies that support our business goals and enhance our overall security posture.

Reports To

Infrastructure Security Manager

Who You Are 

• 4+ years of experience as an IAM Security Engineer or any related role.
• Strong hands-on experience working with Okta.
• Strong hands-on experience working with AWS IAM: Demonstrated proficiency in designing, implementing, and managing Identity and Access Management (IAM) solutions within AWS.
• Strong experience working with IaC tools (e.g. Terraform).
• Strong experience in automation with any scripting language like Bash, Python, Perl, etc.
• Strong experience working with Security frameworks, preferably focused on Cloud.
• Strong knowledge of authentication and authorization protocols such as SAML, OAuth, OpenID Connect, LDAP, etc.
• Familiarity with security standards and compliance requirements (e.g., GDPR, ISO27001, NIST).
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills, with the ability to troubleshoot and resolve complex IAM issues.
• Effective communication and collaboration skills, with experience working in cross-functional teams to implement IAM strategies and solutions.
• Ability to work autonomously, taking initiative and ownership of projects with minimal supervision, while being accountable and self-driven.

What You Will Do 

• Design, implement, and manage IAM solutions to ensure secure and efficient access to technology resources.
• Develop and enforce IAM policies and procedures to maintain compliance with security standards and regulations.
• Perform regular audits and assessments of IAM systems to identify and address potential vulnerabilities and risks.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate IAM solutions with existing applications and infrastructure.
• Automate and streamline IAM processes using scripting and programming languages to improve efficiency and reduce manual efforts.
• Monitor and manage user access and privileges, ensuring appropriate access levels are maintained and unauthorized access is prevented.
• Provide technical support and expertise for IAM-related issues, troubleshooting and resolving complex problems as they arise.
• Stay up-to-date with the latest IAM trends and technologies, recommending and implementing improvements to enhance security and user experience.

Research in Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion suggests that individuals may hesitate to apply for jobs if they do not meet all the listed criteria. At Bitso, we value diversity and your unique strengths could be just what we're looking for. If this role excites you but you don't match every point in the description, we still want to hear from you.

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Who We Are

With over 8 million users, Bitso is the leading cryptocurrency platform in Latin America. We are developing the cryptocurrency ecosystem in the region and enabling financial inclusion. We believe crypto is the future of finance, and we’re committed to making it useful by providing equal access to safe and intuitive financial products.

When we hire people for our team, we specifically test for the following traits in addition to our cultural values:

• Mission-Driven: We seek individuals who are passionate about crypto and Bitso’s mission and resilient in facing industry challenges

• High Sense of Urgency: We prioritize candidates who demonstrate a high sense of urgency and responsibility.

• Exceptional Hard Skills: We seek individuals who possess exceptional skills in their respective fields, with no room for mediocrity.

• Self-Management: We look for individuals who can independently manage their work, career, and professional development.

Compensation & Benefits

At Bitso, you are taking the front seat on the edge of crypto innovation, creating the next generation of crypto-powered products.

So for those willing to commit, adapt and pioneer the most important change of the century we offer:

• Me Time program, including unlimited paid time off.
• Remote-first work environment.
• Employee Stock Option program.
• Zero trading fees through our Bitso Alpha app.
• Extended Family Leave Policy: all birthing parents, non-birthing parents and adopting parents are eligible for a 4-months leave.
• Premium health, dental and life insurances in Mexico, Gibraltar, Colombia, USA, Brazil and Argentina.
• Volunteering days.
• Monthly stipend for gym memberships, relaxation activities, sports equipment, cooking classes, books, entertainment and more.

Want to leave an undoubtedly legacy with us? Fasten your seatbelt and join this spaceship, where you will find exponential growth and the opportunity to thrive!

• These are the applicable requisites, although equivalent competencies in any of the above will also be considered.
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