It & Security Lead

About the RoleWe are an established SaaS company in Mexico City, recently acquired by an international corporation.
You will own our IT and security function end-to-end — managing a complex technical environment, ensuring operational continuity, and leading key infrastructure modernization initiatives.
This is a hands‐on role with real ownership and direct impact on how the business operates and protects itself.Who You AreYou are a self‐directed, hands‐on technologist who gets things done in messy, real‐world environments.
You take ownership, sweat the details, and hold yourself to results — not effort.
You communicate clearly with both technical and non‐technical stakeholders, and you're comfortable working within a structure that has both local and corporate expectations.ResponsibilitiesManage and harden legacy Unix and Linux environments; maintain operational stability and security postureLead infrastructure migration and technology modernization projects, including cloud environments (AWS, Azure)Define, document, and implement IT and information security policies across the organizationAdminister the Azure tenant and Microsoft 365 suite, including Entra ID, Intune, and DefenderManage all employee endpoint security: CrowdStrike, Cloudflare, ActZero, and KnowBe4 platformOwn the full IT employee lifecycle: onboarding, offboarding, asset inventory, and access controlDeploy and enforce MFA and access controls across all systems and usersDesign, implement, and maintain backup and disaster recovery (DR) practices; conduct regular testingManage key vendor relationships (hosting, licensing, security services) and associated IT budgetsManage and optimize API integrations with external platforms and service providersProduce and maintain corporate security reporting for local and parent‐company stakeholdersImplement and enforce network security policies: firewall configuration, VPNs, and network access controlsMust‐HavesStrong Linux administration (RHEL, CentOS, or Ubuntu) — requiredHands‐on experience with legacy Unix environments (SCO Unix or similar)Experience managing cloud environments (AWS and/or Microsoft Azure) — requiredAzure administration: Entra ID (AAD), Intune, Defender, and Microsoft 365Network security: firewalls, VPNs, Cloudflare, secure network architectureEndpoint security management (MDM/EDR); CrowdStrike or equivalent toolingExperience with API integrations and API managementProven experience leading infrastructure migrations or technology modernization projectsSecurity policy design and implementationBackup and DR design and implementationStrong written communication in Spanish; English proficiency is a meaningful advantageNice to HaveSecurity certifications: CompTIA Security+, AZ‐500, CISSP, or equivalentKnowBe4 or similar security awareness platform administrationExperience working within a parent/subsidiary matrix reporting structureFamiliarity with NIST, ISO *****, or similar frameworksBusiness‐level English proficiencyWho This Is NOT ForThis Is NOT For Pure cloud‐native engineers with no legacy Unix experience, Managers who delegate all hands‐on work — this role requires deep individual technical ownership, Candidates who have not led infrastructure migrations end‐to‐end.Business UnitBusiness Unit: AvanceScheduleScheduled Weekly Hours: 40PositionNumber of Openings Available: 1Worker TypeWorker Type: RegularCareer SiteCareer Site: More About Jonas SoftwareCompany ProfileJonas Software is a leading provider of enterprise management software solutions, serving a wide range of vertical markets including hospitality, healthcare, construction, education, personal care, fitness, leisure, moving and legal services, to name a few.
Within these markets, Jonas is comprised of over 65 distinct brands, each a respected leader in its domain.
Jonas' vision is to be the branded global leader across these verticals and to be recognized by customers and industry stakeholders as the trusted provider of "Software for Life."
We are committed to technology, product innovation, quality, and exceptional customer service.
Jonas Software supports over 60,000 customers in more than 30 countries.
We employ over 6,000 skilled professionals, including industry experts and technology specialists.
Across our broader network, we support a global workforce of more than 30,000 employees.
Headquartered in Canada, Jonas Software has a global footprint with offices around the world.
We're a 100% owned subsidiary of Constellation Software Inc., based in Toronto, publicly listed on the TSX (CSU.TO), and a member of the S&P/TSX 60 Index.IS THIS YOU?
At Vesta, we have long realised that our greatest asset is our employee base.
As such we strive to provide our team with a fantastic working environment and an enriching career, which we know will translate into world‐class service to our valued clients.
This allows Vesta Software Group to maintain and extend our lead as the premier software and services provider in each of our markets.
If being part of a growing organization that moves at a fast pace and constantly strives to get better each and every day is what you are looking for, then we want to hear from you.
Everyone has heard the sports analogy "to be the best, you have to beat the best"; well at Vesta Software Group we have tweaked that slightly to fit vertical market software.
We believe to be the best you have to hire and retain the best!!
!Equal OpportunityVesta Software Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer.AccommodationIf you need accommodation for a disability at any stage of the application process or want more information on our accommodation policies, contact recruitment at ****** InfoVesta Software Group is part of a CSI group of companies.
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