ISO Security Specialist

At Popular, we offer a wide variety of services and financial solutions to serve our communities in Puerto Rico, United States & Virgin Islands. As employees, we are dedicated to making our customers dreams come true by offering financial solutions in each stage of their life. Our extensive trajectory demonstrates the resiliency and determination of our employees to innovate, reach for the right solutions and strongly support the communities we serve; therefore, we value their diverse skills, experiences and backgrounds.

 

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Over 8,000 people in Puerto Rico, United States and Virgin Islands work at Popular.

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Job Type

Full Time

General Description

Work closely with in-house software development teams, Information Technology teams, and other business units, along with vendors/third-party organizations to ensure that Security testing and Threat modeling assessments are included in the workflow and performed as required per documented Standards. Work with the internal Threat Intel unit and other Cyber Security units to define, project plan, implement, and operationalize Red team activities with in-house staff, and improve the current Threat Intelligence Program. Maintain industry and cyber knowledge to optimize and align Popular’s Security testing and Threat Intelligence processes and systems.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Threat Intelligence and Threat detection/hunting program for the Cyber Threat Intelligence unit, providing leadership with reporting on advanced persistent threats (APTs).
• Integrate threat intelligence into security operations for real-time response.
• Proactively search for signs of malicious activities within the organization's network and systems
• Provide Cyber and Physical New & Emerging Threat Intelligence and Geopolitical Intelligence with output analysis. 
• Provide reports to leaders regarding the effectiveness of Threat Intelligence and makes recommendations for the adoption of new policies and procedures.
• Streamline incident response procedures based on threat intelligence insights.
• Lead the Penetration testing to identify and address vulnerabilities in systems, networks, and applications.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities (cont.)

• Develop and implement the ability to run penetration testing activities with internal tools and internal staff.
• Analyze to improve the current Threat Modeling process, implementing identified gaps.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate threat modeling into development processes.
• Conduct threat modeling exercises to identify potential vulnerabilities and weaknesses.
• Support team activities during incident response including malware outbreaks, zero-day vulnerabilities and other major security events. 
• Communicates with multiple departments and levels of management to resolve technical and procedural Cyber Threat Intelligence risks.
• Stay up-to-date and evaluate security trends, evolving threats, risks and vulnerabilities and apply tools to evaluate the risk in the context of the financial sector to mitigate risk.
• Other duties as required throughout the year that align with the Corporate or Unit goals.

EducationBachelor's Degree in Computer Engineering or Computer ScienceBachelor's Degree from an accredited University/College in Information Systems or related fieldsExperience

Three (3) years of threat intelligence, cyber security, and cloud related experience in a complex technology environment.  

Certifications / Licenses

Certifications and licenses such as Security+, CompTIA CySA+, CompTIA PenTest+, CEH, OSCP,CTIA, CISM, CISSP, CCSP, SSCP are preferable.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (KSA's)

• Strong business acumen: ability to understand the needs and concerns of business stakeholders and colleagues and respond promptly and effectively to stakeholder requests. Ability to conduct analysis on work procedures, business results and recommends changes to improve the effectiveness of the business's management.
• Strong technical acumen: knowledge of Information Security and Information Technology concepts. Ability to write technical instructions using programs and technology. Robust knowledge of applicable local and federal laws, regulations, and guidelines.
• Communication skills: effectively interact with internal and external stakeholders. Ability to foster trusting relationships with colleagues and clients. Highly develop written and verbal communications skills, strong ability to communicate ideas (storytelling). Presents numerical data effectively. Superior communication and interpersonal skills. Excellent report-writing and presentation skills. Polished in preparing presentations, summaries, and reports for all audiences.
• Analytical skills: Stays focused on main issues, prevents irrelevant issues or distractions from interfering with timely completion of assignments. Collects, research and complements data; Synthesizes complex or diverse information. Demonstrates attention to detail; Applies design principles; Generate creative solutions. Strong quantitative, research and analytical skills. Experience with data analysis, persuasive and informative writing, workload management, and process management.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (KSA's cont.)

• Problem Solving: Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner; Develops alternative solutions. 
• Project Management: Ability to prioritize and work with multiple projects and tasks with minimum supervision; self-direct and task switch between strategic and tactical initiatives regularly. Capacity to achieve results according to plan ensuring the expected quality. Excellent organization capacity to define priorities, meet deadlines, and flexible to change. Knowledge on project coordination, identification of business needs, work plan, budget control, time management, resource allocation, team management and status reports. Must demonstrate leadership, logic, and reasoning skills.
• Operational/Regulations Processes: Knowledge on budget administration, resources allocation, organization’s policies, and regulations. Ability to establish, conduct and track operational processes properly.
• Computer and Technological Skills: Proficient in MS Office 365. Experience with data management tools such as Power Pivot, Power BI, among others is desired. Ability to achieve results by providing innovative ways of working with operational and technological considerations.

Region Locations

Puerto Rico or Florida

Work Schedule

Hybrid or Remote

ValuesPassion for PeopleSucceed TogetherOwn Every MomentBuild the FutureAdditional Requirements

The information provided here is only a general guide as to the nature of the position and does not constitute an exact description of the goals, tasks, duties, and responsibilities of the position. The specific details of each position are described in the employee’s objectives within the performance evaluation.

Important: The candidate must provide evidence of academic preparation or courses related to the job posting, if necessary.

 

If you have a disability and need assistance with the application process, please contact us asesorialaboral@popular.com. This email inbox is monitored for such types of requests only. All information you provide will be kept confidential and will be used only to the extent required to provide needed exemptions or reasonable accommodations. Any other correspondence will not receive a response.

 

As Puerto Rico’s leading financial institution, we reaffirm our commitment to always offer essential financial services and solutions for our customers, including during emergency situations and/or natural disasters. Popular’s employees are considered essential workers, whose role is critical in the continuity of these important services even under such circumstances. By applying to this position, you acknowledge that Popular may require your services during and immediately after any such events.

 

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