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Cyber Security Analyst Jobs in Panama City, Panamá, Panama at PriceSmart
Title: Cyber Security Analyst
Company: PriceSmart
Location: Panama City, Panamá, Panama
About the Job
Hello, potential future PriceSmart candidate. We’re on a mission to hire the very best, and are committed to creating exceptional employee experiences where everyone is respected and has access to equal opportunity. We realize the greatest contributions to the company can come from anywhere in the organization, and we know that the next one could be yours!
We are looking for a Cybersecurity Analyst to join our team to protect our organization from cyberattacks by monitoring our systems and evaluating threats as they arise.
A Cybersecurity Analyst’s responsibilities include reviewing computer networks and identifying any potential vulnerabilities, installing the necessary software to protect it from unauthorized access, and documenting detections so that future breaches can be mitigated efficiently.
Ultimately, they will defend PriceSmart’s computer hardware, software and other systems from theft, loss and other cyberattacks.
What's unique about this job (What you’ll do)
- Monitor network traffic for security incidents and events
- Investigate incidents and respond to events in real time
- Write detailed incident response reports
- Install and operate firewalls, encryption programs, and other security software
- Fix vulnerabilities
- Develop and promote best practices for information security
- Conduct threat research
- Perform periodic risk assessments and penetration tests
- Installing security measures and operating software to protect systems and information infrastructure, including firewalls and data encryption programs.
- Work with the security and network teams to perform tests and uncover network vulnerabilities.
- Fix detected vulnerabilities to maintain a high-security standard.
- Perform penetration testing.
- Help colleagues install security software and understand information security management
- Conduct threat research
- Perform periodic risk assessments and penetration tests
- This role will provide on call support in a rotative schedule
Other tasks
- Stay current on Information Technology (IT) security trends and news.
- Develop company-wide best practices for Cybersecurity.
What will we require from you?
- Proven work experience as a Cybersecurity Subject Matter Expert, Analyst or similar role.
- Experience with computer network penetration testing and techniques.
- Understanding of firewalls, proxies, SIEM, antivirus and IDP/IPS concepts.
- Ability to present and explain Security Awareness Training concepts.
- Ability to identify and mitigate network vulnerabilities and explain how to avoid them.
- Ability to generate Security Metrics and Audit Artifacts in a timely manner.
- Willingness to learn and expand technical skills to meet department demand.
- Bachelor’s degree in computer science, industrial engineering or related field .
- Bi-lingual (Spanish and English).
- We expect someone who is open to feedback and capable of managing consistent people interactions
Preferred
- Understanding of Python or other programming languages
- Security+ and any other Cybersecurity certification
- Experience in information security or related field.
Some important intangibles
• You feel connected to our mission and values: Integrity, Respect, Accountability, Passion Community and Continuous Improvement.
• You are a self-starter who doesn’t need direct supervision to motivate you for success.
• You enjoy sharing your quirkiness and talents with your coworkers.
• Enjoy working hard.
• Full of energy for the things one sees as challenging.
• Not fearful of acting with a minimum of planning.
• The ability to remain calm when dealing with unforeseen constraints.
• Can handle stress.
The above description is designed to state the general nature and level of work performed in the function. It is not intended to contain or be construed as an exhaustive inventory of all job duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job. A complete job description may be made available to you through the hiring process.
Benefits & Perks – We take care of our people
We believe taking care of our people is the right thing to do. This is what we can offer for all your hard work:
• Beyond competitive pay, PriceSmart offers a life insurance.
• Other great perk is a free PriceSmart Membership Card.
• Calm Meditation App.
• Supportive, nurturing environment with many opportunities for learning and growth.
• Mandatory: Enjoy team building, family spirit and plenty of room to recharge.
Our Commitment
We not only embrace and celebrate the diversity of our membership base and communities, but also strive to achieve the same in our employees. At PriceSmart, we are committed to equal employment opportunity, regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, disability, veteran status or any other class protected by applicable law. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer.
Get to know us
PriceSmart was founded with a purpose: to inspire and impact the lives and businesses of our Members, our employees and our communities through the ethical delivery of the best quality goods and services at the lowest possible prices.
Throughout the years, we have constantly asked ourselves how we can do more and have a greater impact. We want to prove that we are a company that can grow, be profitable and do good in the world, and we have learned that it takes a great organizational culture to achieve that goal.
At PriceSmart, you can look forward to company events, anniversaries celebrating our employees with more than 20, or 30 years of tenure, volunteering and learning opportunities, and just great company filled with curious, kind folks. Dreaming up and sharing ideas aren’t responsibilities reserved for certain teams or leaders; the challenge of building our own culture is on all of our shoulders. That sense of community and belonging keeps us excited to walk through the door every day, wherever that door may be, in any of our 13 countries.
