Nu Mexico is seeking a dynamic and experienced IT Risk Specialist to support the execution of IT risk programs within the Non Financial Risk squad. This role combines strategic oversight of IT risk management, ensuring the organization navigates complexities and fights emerging threats in the Latin American fintech landscape.
Requirements
- Minimum of 5 years of experience in cybersecurity or IT Risk Management
- Bachelors’ degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Information Technology, a Risk Management related field, or equivalent experience
- In-depth knowledge of IT and cybersecurity risk management concepts, practices and methods
- Understanding of cloud computing models such as Infrastructure as a Service (IaaS), Platform as a Service (PaaS), and Software as a Service (SaaS)
- Understanding of cybersecurity concepts such as confidentiality, integrity and availability, supply chain risks, cryptography, endpoint and network security, cloud security, mobile security, API security, etc.
- Understanding of DevOps practices and tools used in cloud environments
- Knowledge of risk management frameworks and methodologies
- Proven experience in risk management within the fintech sector is a plus
- An advanced degree is a plus
- Certificates in information security or IT risk management (CISSP, CEH, OSCP, CISA, CISM, CRISC, ISO27001 and/or other) is a plus
- Proficiency in using risk management software, tools, and agile methodologies
- An ability to navigate and thrive in a technology-driven environment
- Fluent in English and Spanish, with exceptional communication skills
Benefits
- Nubank equity
- Health and life insurance
- Food card
- 17 days of paid vacation with 25% vacation bonus
- Holiday Bonus ("Aguinaldo") of 30 days of pay per year
- NuCare - Our mental health and wellness assistance program
- NuLanguage - Our language learning program
- Extended maternity and paternity leaves
- Diversity and Inclusion at Nu