Job Description

Intermediate Security Analyst - Permanent - 18619
About the Opportunity
Reporting to the Sr. Manager, Security Architecture & Operations, the Intermediate Analyst, Security Operations is responsible for supporting the execution of the information security roadmap and managing daily IS security operations. The role requires effective prioritization across functional areas, strong documentation and analytical skills, and the ability to proactively identify and address operational needs.
Duties include but are not limited to:

• Support the day-to-day operations of the information security program set out by management
• Monitor multiple environments to detect, validate and respond to anomalous activity, security events, or unauthorized access of information assets
• Work to promptly resolve tickets related to information security, such as virus/malware infections on desktop, phishing, suspicious network traffic and vendor account reviews
• Assist with security vulnerability assessments, identifying and prioritizing findings for resolution
• Actively seek mitigation or closure in identified security risks and gaps
• Track security trends/events to provide information on monthly security reporting
• Attend security industry talks, seminars and events to stay current with latest information security trends
• Utilize problem solving to find root cause in security incidents
• Work collaboratively with other Information Services teams to reach common resolutions and goals
• Provide technical support in the areas of vulnerability assessment, risk assessment, network security, product evaluation, incident management and security tool implementation
• Conduct security product evaluations, and recommend products, technologies and upgrades to improve security posture
• Liaise with security product and service vendors to provide day to day support and monitoring of all networks
• Work with our internal Communications and Learning teams to provide security awareness and training materials for a wide range of audiences, which ranges from senior leaders to field staff
• Provide management of regular phishing simulations including, but not limited to, selection of templates, launching of campaigns and providing reporting & enforcement of compliance with phishing related policies
• Monitor, triage and respond to emails that have been reported by employees as suspicious and potential phishing attacks. Provide monthly metrics related to these reported emails
• Support the operational components of incident management, including detection, response, and reporting
• Provide 24/7 response to security operations as it relates to monitoring and alerting of potential security incidents. Be available at any time to actively investigate / document those alerts and manage confirmed security incidents

About You
The successful candidate will have the following:

• A bachelor's degree in Information Systems or Information Security
• 2-3 years' experience applying information security principles and practices in an enterprise environment, or 3-5 years of experience supporting information technology
• Hands on experience of security technologies and tools such as SIEM, IPS, EDR, MDM, web content filters and email security gateways
• A strong understanding of the business impact of security tools, technologies and policies
• A good understanding of Windows and Linux operating systems, and network protocols
• A good understanding of the public cloud (AWS, Azure, etc.)
• Working towards and/or having CISSP and/or Security+ certifications would be an asset
• Strong in analytical thinking, problem solving and troubleshooting
• An ability to manage multiple tasks with minimal supervision
• Excellent reporting skills, with demonstrated ability to create reports
• Excellent verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills with the ability to explain technical matters to a non-technical audience
• Flexibility and ability to adjust quickly to changes in priorities, or to different business demands
• Must be able to respond to, and action, security alerts on a 24/7 basis

About the Job

• Full time opportunity with a global organization based in Toronto
• Opportunity to work on a great team with an amazing manager
• Professional development and growth opportunities
• A collaborative and supportive team environment
• This position is primarily WFH with a day a week in the office

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How to Apply
Please apply by clicking the "Apply Now" button below and follow the instructions to submit your resume. You can also apply by submitting your resume directly to If you are already registered with us, please contact your Senior Recruiter. Please quote job 18619.
Thank you for your interest in this role. One of our Recruiters will be in touch with you if your profile meets the requirements for the role and the expectations of our clients. Please note that all candidates must be permitted to work in Canada to be considered for this opportunity.
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