Title:  IT Security & Governance Engineer

Are you a proactive IT Security professional ready to safeguard systems and influence global strategies across Latin America? Join our Regional IT Team as IT Engineer – Security & Governance and play a key role in protecting infrastructure, driving governance, and ensuring compliance in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.

You will support cybersecurity operations and governance initiatives across the LATAM region. This role is essential to manage security incidents, collaborate with global teams in the implementation of cybersecurity technologies, and ensure alignment with corporate standards while adapting solutions to regional needs.

A Taste of What You’ll Be Doing

• Lead Security Incident Management – Coordinate with global cybersecurity teams to identify, contain, and resolve security incidents across LATAM, ensuring timely response and documentation of root causes and corrective actions.
• Ensure Governance and Compliance – Support IT Change Management, Disaster Recovery, and audit readiness; participate in the creation and maintenance of policies, procedures, and standards aligned with global frameworks.
• Drive Regional Security Solutions – Influence the design and implementation of global security solutions to ensure they meet LATAM-specific requirements; support deployment, testing, and documentation of new technologies.
• Deliver Project Execution and Support – Manage timelines, coordinate resources, and ensure sustainability of IT security projects; provide Level 3 support and troubleshooting for infrastructure and security platforms.
• Collaborate and Communicate Effectively – Act as a regional liaison with global teams, vendors, and internal stakeholders; promote security awareness and training initiatives to strengthen the security culture in the region.

We’re Looking for Someone With

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related field.
• 4–6 years of experience in IT Security, Network Security, or Infrastructure roles, preferably in a multinational environment.
• Strong knowledge of IT networking (intermediate level), operating systems, and workplace technologies; CCNA or equivalent certification preferred.
• Experience with IT security tools and frameworks (e.g., CEH, ISO/IEC 27001, COBIT); familiarity with ITIL and project coordination is a plus.
• Advanced English proficiency; able to work independently and communicate effectively with global teams.
• Strong problem-solving skills, sense of urgency, and ownership mindset; ability to manage multiple priorities and drive continuous improvement.

What’s Next

After you apply, your application will be reviewed by a real recruiter, so it may take us a few weeks to get back with you by email or phone. Visit our How We Hire page to get insights into our hiring process and more about what we offer.

If you join our team, you’ll be rewarded for the difference you make. Our comprehensive benefits offer you the support you need through your life events, big or small. Visit our benefits page & be sure to ask your recruiter for more specific information.

Get to Know Us

At Kellanova, we are driven by our vision to be the world’s best-performing snacks-led powerhouse, unleashing the full potential of our differentiated brands and our passionate people. Our portfolio of iconic, world-class brands include Pringles, Cheez-It, Pop-Tarts, MorningStar Farms, Special K, Krave, Zucaritas, Tresor, Crunchy Nut, among others.

Kellanova’s Culture of Best means we bring our best to all that we do in pursuit of our vision to be the world’s best performing snacks-led powerhouse. Our culture celebrates boldness and empowers our people to challenge the status quo, achieve results, and win together.Our focus on Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion (ED&I) enables us to build a culture of belonging where all employees have a place at the table and are inspired to share their passion, talents and ideas to work.

Mars has agreed to acquire Kellanova in a combination that will shape the future of snacking! The transaction is anticipated to close towards the end of 2025 (subject to customary closing conditions, including regulatory approvals). The companies remain separate until closing.

You can learn more at www.futureofsnacking.com and our hiring teams will be happy to discuss further questions if your application advances in the hiring process.

Let’s shape the future of snacking.

Kellanova is an Equal Opportunity Employer that strives to provide an inclusive work environment, a seat for everyone at the table, and embraces the diverse talent of its people. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, disability, religion, national origin, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, sexual orientation, age, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. For more information regarding our efforts to advance Equity, Diversity & Inclusion, please visit our website here.