Security Supervisor II at Penumbra (Cartago, Costa Rica)
Penumbra· Cartago, Costa Rica·
Role details
Work type
Onsite
Level
Manager
Job description
General Summary The Security Supervisor II leads site security operations, ensuring the protection of employees, visitors, assets, and business activities. This role oversees security personnel and systems, supports investigations, coordinates security initiatives, and collaborates with internal and external stakeholders to maintain a safe, compliant, and secure environment. The position plays a key role in driving operational excellence while fostering a proactive security culture across the organization.
Qualifications
- High school diploma required;
- Technical or associate degree in Security Management, Criminality, Business Administration, or related field
- 3+ years of experience in physical security.
- Experience managing security services in a corporate or regulated environment.
- Strong English communication skills (written and verbal).
- Proven ability to manage multiple priorities with strong attention to detail.
- Experience with administrative processes, documentation, and recordkeeping.
- Strong interpersonal and stakeholder management skills.
- Ability to handle confidential and sensitive information.
- Customer-focused, proactive, and solution-oriented mindset.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.
- Highly organized with strong reporting and documentation skills.
- Ability to work independently and adapt to changing priorities.
Why work at Penumbra
- Purpose‑driven mission: Employees directly contribute to saving lives and improving outcomes for patients with neurological and vascular diseases.
- Culture of innovation: “High‑powered innovation, cooperation, and fun” as described on the careers page; emphasis on meaningful work and collaboration. penumbrainc.com
- Global but tight‑knit: HQ in Alameda (San Francisco Bay Area) with offices in Europe and South America; employees appreciate reverse commute and public transit options. penumbrainc.com
- Growth opportunities: Rapidly growing headcount (over 4,700 employees) and expanding into new markets mean internal mobility and advancement.
- Engineering & manufacturing focus: Large technical workforce (R&D, quality, manufacturing engineering) with on‑site roles in Roseville and Alameda; many of the 64 open positions are engineering‑related. jobs.lever.co
- Work policy: Most roles appear to be on‑site (e.g., Manufacturing Engineer, R&D Engineer); no explicit remote policy disclosed, but the company provides reasonable accommodation for disabilities.