Cybersecurity Analyst

IQVIA Inc; Ciudad de México; Hybrid; MXN 460,000 - 620,000; Full time

Job summary

IQVIA Inc is seeking a Security Analyst to support Vulnerability Management, Attack Surface Management, CTEM, and Penetration Testing oversight. The role emphasizes triage, remediation tracking, and collaboration with asset owners to meet SLAs.

The ideal candidate has 2 years in IT/security, strong English, and hands-on experience with vulnerability tools, EASM, and threat intel. A degree in CS or related field is preferred, with certification exposure valued.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science or related field or equivalent experience.
• 2 years of IT or information security experience required.
• Fluent English, written and spoken.
• Experience with vulnerability management, EASM, and threat intel.
• Knowledge of networking (TCP/IP, DNS, TLS), Windows and Linux, web apps and cloud basics.
• Understanding of CVSS, EPSS, OWASP Top 10.
• Exposure to CSPM/CNAPP, CTEM platforms; scripting (Python/PowerShell) and BI reporting preferred.

Responsibilities

• Operate vulnerability and external attack surface scanning; monitor tool health and coverage.
• Triage, validate, and prioritize findings using severity, threat intel, and asset criticality.
• Identify asset owners and track remediation tickets against SLAs.
• Support penetration testing: scope details, scheduling, remediation tracking, retests.
• Monitor threat intel for newly exploited vulnerabilities and assess impact.

Skills

Vulnerability management

Threat intelligence

IT security fundamentals

Networking basics

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science or related field

Tools

Vulnerability scanning tools

External Attack Surface Management (EASM)

Threat Intelligence Platforms

ITSM ticketing systems

Job description

Supports the day-to-day operation of the Vulnerability Management, Attack Surface Management, Continuous Threat Exposure Management (CTEM) and Penetration Testing oversight capabilities.

Essential Functions

• Operate vulnerability and external attack surface scanning; monitor tool coverage and health, and identify unknown, unmanaged or misconfigured internet-facing assets.
• Triage, validate and prioritize findings using severity, exploitability, threat intelligence and asset criticality; filter out false positives.
• Identify asset owners and raise, track and follow up remediation tickets against agreed SLAs.
• Support the penetration testing program: collect scope details, schedule tests, track findings through remediation and coordinate retests.
• Monitor threat intelligence for newly exploited vulnerabilities and assess impact on the organization's assets.
• Maintain Standard Operating Procedures and produce dashboards and KPI reports on exposure, aging and SLA adherence.
• Escalate high-risk exposures and contested findings to the Senior Analyst.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, a related field, or equivalent experience – Req
• Equivalent work experience may substitute for degree – Pref
• 2 years of related work experience in IT or information security – Req
• Fluent English, written and spoken – Req
• Experience with: Vulnerability Management / scanning tools; External Attack Surface Management (EASM); Threat Intelligence Platforms or feeds; IT Service Management (ITSM) ticketing – Req
• Knowledge of networking (TCP/IP, DNS, TLS), Windows and Linux, web applications and cloud basics – Req
• Understanding of CVSS, EPSS, known-exploited vulnerability catalogs and OWASP Top 10 – Req
• Exposure to CSPM/CNAPP, Exposure Management / CTEM platforms, scripting (Python, PowerShell) and spreadsheet / BI reporting – Pref
• CompTIA Security+ – Req Or
• CompTIA CySA+ – Req Or
• GIAC Security Essentials (GSEC) – Req
• CompTIA PenTest+, eJPT, CEH or a cloud fundamentals security certification – Pref

IQVIA is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive work environment. Our goal is to attract and retain the best talent, regardless of gender, race, marital status, ethnic origin, nationality, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other characteristic. Join us!

IQVIA is a leading global provider of clinical research services, commercial insights and healthcare intelligence to the life sciences and healthcare industries. We create intelligent connections to accelerate the development and commercialization of innovative medical treatments to help improve patient outcomes and population health worldwide. Learn more at https://jobs.iqvia.com

IQVIA is committed to integrity in our hiring process and maintains a zero tolerance policy for candidate fraud. All information and credentials submitted in your application must be truthful and complete. Any false statements, misrepresentations, or material omissions during the recruitment process will result in immediate disqualification of your application, or termination of employment if discovered later, in accordance with applicable law. We appreciate your honesty and professionalism.