ISO Security Specialist

Popular; San Juan (PR); Hybrid; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Job summary

Popular is seeking an ISO Security Specialist to maintain the security, integrity, availability, and compliance of our network security environment. The role blends hands-on security work with governance, risk management, and oversight of on-premises and cloud security technologies.

The ideal candidate has 3–5 years in network security operations, strong firewall governance experience, and familiarity with regulatory standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in cybersecurity, computer science, information systems, or related field.
• 3–5 years in security operations, firewall governance, or risk management.
• Strong knowledge of regulatory frameworks and audit readiness.

Responsibilities

• Manage and govern network security technologies including firewalls, WAFs, IDS/IPS, NAC, VPN, and DDoS protections.
• Oversee firewall governance processes, rule lifecycles, recertifications, and connectivity requests.
• Conduct security reviews, control assessments, and risk evaluations for compliance.
• Support audit readiness activities, evidence collection, and regulatory examinations (NIST, ISO 27001, SOX, NYDFS, FFIEC).
• Coordinate security-related change management and remediation efforts.
• Monitor, investigate, and respond to security incidents and control deficiencies.
• Collaborate with infrastructure teams, MSSPs, app owners, and stakeholders to secure implementations.

Skills

Network Security Operations

Cybersecurity Operations

Firewall Governance

Security Monitoring

Information Security Risk Management

Security Compliance and Governance

Audit Readiness

Collaboration Across Teams

Education

Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity or related field

Tools

Palo Alto Networks

Fortinet Security Platforms

Cisco Security Technologies

IDS/IPS Solutions

NAC

Cloud Security Controls

ServiceNow

JIRA

Guardicore

Job description

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Date: Sep 15, 2026

Location: San Juan-Cupey, PR

Company: Popular

Workplace Type: Hybrid

ISO Security Specialist

General Description

The ISO Security Specialist is responsible for maintaining the security, integrity, availability, and compliance of the organization's network security environment. This role combines hands-on security operations, governance, compliance, risk management, and technical oversight of critical network security technologies across on-premises and cloud environments.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage and govern network security technologies, including:
  
  
  
  • Firewalls (NGFW)
  
  
  • Web Application Firewalls (WAF)
  
  
  • IDS/IPS
  
  
  • Network Access Control (NAC)
  
  
  • VPN and secure proxy solutions
  
  
  • DDoS protection platforms
  
  
  
  


• Network segmentation and microsegmentation technologies


• Oversee firewall governance processes, rule lifecycle management, recertifications, and connectivity requests.


• Conduct security reviews, control assessments, and risk evaluations to ensure compliance with corporate standards and regulatory requirements.


• Support audit readiness activities, evidence collection, regulatory examinations, and compliance initiatives (NIST, ISO 27001, SOX, NYDFS, FFIEC, etc.).


• Coordinate security-related change management, CAB activities, implementations, and remediation efforts.


• Monitor, investigate, and support response to security incidents, operational issues, and control deficiencies.


• Collaborate with infrastructure teams, service providers, MSSPs, application owners, and business stakeholders to ensure secure implementation and operation of security controls.


• Maintain security documentation, policies, procedures, governance artifacts, metrics, and management reporting.


• Serve as a Subject Matter Expert (SME) for Network Security Operations and Network Defense functions.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, Information Systems, Information Technology, Computer Engineering, Telecommunications, Network Engineering, or a related field.


• 3-5 years of experience in one or more of the following areas:
  
  
  
  • Network Security Operations
  
  
  • Cybersecurity Operations
  
  
  • Firewall Administration and Governance
  
  
  • Security Engineering
  
  
  • Security Monitoring and Incident Response
  
  
  • Information Security Risk Management
  
  
  • Security Compliance and Governance
  
  
  • Preferred Technical Expertise
  
  
  • Palo Alto Networks
  
  
  • Fortinet Security Platforms
  
  
  • Cisco Security Technologies
  
  
  • IDS/IPS Solutions
  
  
  • Network Access Control (NAC)
  
  
  • Secure Proxy Technologies
  
  
  • VPN Technologies
  
  
  • DDoS Protection Platforms
  
  
  • ServiceNow
  
  
  • JIRA
  
  
  • Firewall Compliance and Policy Review Tools
  
  
  • Microsegmentation technologies (Guardicore preferred)
  
  
  • Cloud Security Controls
  
  
  
  

Preferred Certifications

• CISSP


• SSCP


• CompTIA Security+


• CISM, CRISC, or CISA


• Cisco CyberOps Associate or CCNP Security


• Fortinet NSE


• Microsoft Security Certifications (SC-200, SC-300, SC-100, AZ-500)

Ideal Candidate Profile

A cybersecurity professional with strong experience in Network Security Operations, firewall governance, security compliance, and operational risk management. The ideal candidate combines technical expertise with governance and audit readiness capabilities, is comfortable working in highly regulated environments, and can effectively collaborate across technical and business teams while ensuring operational excellence and security compliance.

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

Our hybrid work model benefit applies to certain positions and is subject to changes based on the organizational needs.

ABOUT US

Popular is Puerto Rico’s leading financial institution and have been evolving since it was founded over a century ago. From a small bank it has developed into a large corporation that offer a wide variety of services and financial solutions to our customers, with presence in the United States, the Caribbean and Latin America.

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.

We reaffirm our commitment to always offer essential financial services and solutions for our customers and communities, 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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