Security Engineer

Illumiti Inc.; Puebla de Zaragoza; Hybrid; MXN 300,000 - 420,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Work from abroad occasionaly

Flexible working time models

Pension and health benefits

Modern work environment

Open feedback culture

Job summary

Syntax is seeking a Junior Security Engineer in Mexico to join the Security Engineering team. This hands-on role supports PAM deployment and ongoing security platform administration, with a focus on CyberArk.

The successful candidate will work with Windows and Linux servers, AD, and various security tools, growing under senior engineers. English communication and strong organization are essential, with opportunities for certification and career advancement.

Qualifications

• 1–3 years of IT/security-related experience.
• Windows and Linux server administration.
• Active Directory concepts, including users, groups, permissions, and authentication.
• Foundational networking knowledge (TCP/IP, DNS, firewalls) and core security principles.
• Strong troubleshooting skills and a methodical approach to problem-solving.
• Proficiency in English with strong written and verbal communication.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Willingness to learn new technologies and take ownership of tasks.

Responsibilities

• Assist deployment and administration of CyberArk PAM, including onboarding privileged accounts.
• Monitor health and availability of security platforms and troubleshoot issues.
• Handle service requests and incidents via the ticketing system.
• Participate in patching, upgrades, and routine maintenance of security tools.
• Collaborate with infrastructure, operations, and SOC to enforce security policies.
• Support audit and compliance activities with evidence, reports, and documentation.
• Participate in incident response activities as directed.
• Create and maintain documentation, including procedures and troubleshooting guides.
• Identify opportunities to automate repetitive tasks and improve team workflows.

Skills

Windows server administration

Linux server administration

Active Directory concepts

Networking fundamentals

Troubleshooting

English communication

Tools

CyberArk PAM

ServiceNow

Splunk SIEM

EDR security tools

PowerShell

Python

Bash

Azure AD

Job description

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Syntax is a leading Managed Cloud Provider for Mission Critical Enterprise Applications and has been providing comprehensive technology solutions to businesses of all sizes since 1972. Syntax has undisputed strength to implement and manage ERP deployments (Oracle, SAP) in a secure and resilient private, public or hybrid cloud. With strong technical and functional consulting services, and world-class monitoring and automation, Syntax serves some of North America’s largest corporations across a diverse range of industries. Syntax has offices worldwide, and partners with Oracle, SAP, AWS, Microsoft, IBM and other global technology leaders.

Job Title: Junior Security Engineer

Location: Mexico

Position Summary:

We are seeking a Junior Security Engineer to join our Security Engineering team. This is a hands-on technical role supporting the engineering, deployment, and day-to-day administration of the security platforms that protect Syntax and our customers’ mission-critical environments. The initial focus will be on Privileged Access Management (PAM) with CyberArk, with opportunities to contribute to other security technologies with ever increasing responsibilities. The ideal candidate is curious, eager to learn, possesses strong English communication skills, and demonstrates a high level of personal accountability and organization.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Support the deployment, configuration, and ongoing administration of the organization’s CyberArk PAM solution, including onboarding privileged accounts, managing safes, and maintaining platform policies.
• Monitor the health and availability of security platforms, and troubleshoot and resolve issues or resolve them appropriately.
• Work service requests and incidents through the ticketing system, meeting defined service levels and keeping stakeholders informed.
• Participate in patching, upgrades, and routine maintenance of security tools under the guidance of senior engineers.
• Collaborate with infrastructure, operations, and SOC teams to enforce security policies and resolve access-related issues.
• Support audit and compliance activities by producing evidence, reports, and documentation as required.
• Participate in incident response activities as directed.
• Create and maintain clear documentation, including procedures, configurations, and troubleshooting guides.
• Identify opportunities to automate repetitive tasks and improve team workflows.

Required Qualifications:

• 1–3 years of experience in IT, systems administration, help desk/service desk, or a security-related role.
• Working knowledge of Windows and Linux server administration.
• Understanding of Active Directory concepts, including users, groups, permissions, and authentication.
• Foundational knowledge of networking (TCP/IP, DNS, firewalls) and core security principles such as least privilege and defense in depth.
• Strong troubleshooting skills and a logical, methodical approach to problem-solving.
• Proficiency in English with excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail, with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Willingness to learn new technologies and to take ownership of assigned work.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Exposure to CyberArk or another PAM solution (e.g., BeyondTrust, Delinea).
• Familiarity with identity platforms such as Microsoft Entra ID (Azure AD), Okta, or SailPoint, and concepts such as SSO, MFA, SAML, and OAuth.
• Scripting experience with PowerShell, Python, or Bash.
• Experience working with ITSM/ticketing tools such as ServiceNow.
• Familiarity with SIEM (e.g., Splunk), EDR, or vulnerability management platforms.
• Experience in cloud or hybrid environments (AWS, Azure, OCI, or GCP).
• Industry certifications such as CompTIA Security+, CyberArk Defender, Microsoft SC-300, or equivalent.

Why Join Us?

• A collaborative and security-minded engineering team
• Opportunities for growth and technical advancement
• Support for certification and continuing education
• Clear paths for growth and advancement as you develop your skills and expertise.

If you are passionate about technology, eager to learn, and ready to take on new challenges, we’d love to hear from you!

Why Syntax?

Become a part of our success story and work in a company with exciting innovation projects that are causing a stir across the industry. We recently launched one of the world's most advanced manufacturing facilities based on SAP S/4HANA Cloud and SAP Digital Manufacturing Cloud for Execution - for Smart Press Shop, a pioneering joint venture between Porsche and forming specialist Schuler.

• Global tourist: With us, you can also work from abroad from time to time
• Flexible working time models, home office
• Attractive benefits, e.g. company pension scheme or various health offers
• A modern environment in which the "you" is part of it
• Open feedback culture, flat hierarchies and a motivated team
• Individual career planning with continuous training and coaching on the job

Syntax is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age or veteran status.