Security Analyst I

You + Helix

Helix is a place where innovators and doers gather in order to drive significant progress in population genomics. We have come together to work at the intersection of clinical care, research, and genomics.  

If you’re excited by the idea of making a meaningful impact and joining a team where we pride ourselves on driving innovation through fostering an environment with an emphasis on empowering one another to grow, Helix might be the place for you!

Helix + The World

Helix is the leading population genomics company. Helix enables health systems, public health organizations and life science companies to accelerate the integration of genomic data into patient care and public health decision making.

We are continuing to scale our world-class team to support our dedication to empowering every person to improve their life through DNA. 

Helix + Transparency

At Helix, we value transparency. You will find the expected compensation, interview process, what to anticipate during onboarding, and your first 90 days listed in the job description for all Helix roles.

What is special about this role?

We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Security Analyst to join our dynamic Security Team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for assisting in incident response activities, analyzing security events, and documenting incident findings. Over a six-month project, you will gain valuable hands on experience in incident handling while also learning about genetics and the healthcare industry. This role offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to the overall security posture of our organization and expand your knowledge in these interdisciplinary fields.

If you are passionate about cybersecurity, have a strong desire to learn, and are ready to contribute to incident response efforts, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity. Join us in safeguarding our organization against evolving cyber threats!

As a Security Analyst, you will:

• Perform user access reviews and log reviews in accordance with our compliance programs
• Assist in monitoring and analyzing security alerts and events.
• Work closely with senior security team members to investigate and respond to security incidents.
• Participate in incident detection, containment, eradication, and recovery efforts.
• Document incident details, analysis, and resolution procedures in a clear and concise manner.
• Maintain incident response documentation, ensuring accuracy and relevance.
• Collaborate with team members to develop and update incident response playbooks.
• Provide timely and accurate updates to stakeholders during incident response activities.
• Actively contribute to the improvement of incident response processes and procedures.
• Communicate effectively with internal teams and external partners regarding incident details and resolutions.
• Provide support in the investigation and resolution of security incidents and breaches.

About you:

• Recently graduated with a computer science related degree (software engineering, computer software, ect)
• Basic understanding of security principles, techniques, and technologies.
• Familiarity with security tools such as firewalls, intrusion detection/prevention systems, and data loss prevention.
• Knowledge of network protocols and operating systems (macOS, Windows, Linux, etc.).
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and teamwork abilities.
• Relevant certifications (e.g., CISSP, CompTIA Security+, CEH) are a plus.

Pluses:

• Experience with scripting languages (e.g., Python, Bash) for automation.
• Understanding of security principles and practices.
• Familiarity with regulatory requirements and standards (e.g., SOC2, GDPR, ISO 27001).

More About This Role:

• Position Type: Permanent employment, with an initial project duration of 6 months.
• Growth Opportunity: Be part of dynamic teams where your contributions will be noticed, and there’s potential for longer-term work depending on project needs and performance.
• Compensation: Competitive salary with full benefits and bonus including severance if the project does not extend.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. For more information or to make an accommodation request reach out to HR@helix.com. 

Expected Interview Process:

1) Recruiter Screen 2) Manager Screen  3) Tech Screen

Expected Pay For This Role:

Expected Helix monthly salary range: $36,000 MXN

The salary range above is our reasonable estimate of the base compensation for this role across MX locations. Actual starting pay will be based on non-discriminatory job-related factors, including exact work location, experience, relevant training and education, and skill level. Your recruiter can share more about your specific work location salary range during the hiring process. 

Our office is located at the WeWork - Varsovia, Mexico City
We gather intentionally in our office space once per week to work on things like pair programming/live collaboration, skillshare sessions, social segments, team lunches, and volunteering opportunities.

What To Expect During Your Onboarding Week:

We want to make sure your first week is spent learning the foundations. You will be invited to live orientation sessions and spend time with your hiring manager developing your individual roadmap to success. 

Helix is proud to be an equal opportunity employer, and committed to providing employment opportunities regardless of race, religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, childbirth and breastfeeding, age, sexual orientation, military or veteran status, or any other protected classification, in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.

Hybrid: #LI-Hybrid