Cyber Security Engineer
Mercado LibreTolima, Colombia • Medellín, Antioquia, Colombia
Posted February 27, 2026
Full Time
About the Company
Founded in 1999 and headquartered in Buenos Aires, Mercado Libre has become Latin America's leading e-commerce technology company, operating its flagship marketplace MercadoLibre.com alongside the digital payments platform MercadoPago.com. The company delivers end-to-end solutions for buying, selling, advertising and secure online payments, serving millions of users across 18 countries. Its core focus spans internet commerce, fintech, and logistics, enabling seamless transactions and efficient market creation throughout the region. Mercado Libre distinguishes itself through a user-friendly interface, robust safety mechanisms, and a proven track record of scaling marketplaces in emerging economies.
Job Description
As a Cyber Security Engineer, you will design and scale innovative and secure systems that solve real and high-impact problems, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to foster a security culture in the company.
Requirements
- Experience in penetration testing applied to high-complexity environments
- Experience in performing threat models using industry-standard methodologies
- Knowledge of secure development best practices and OWASP-based mitigations
- Ability to develop and review code in languages such as Golang, Java, Node, or Python
- Experience in vulnerability management and prioritization processes
Benefits
- Hybrid work modality
- Opportunity to work on dynamic, innovative projects
