Job Description

We are currently working with our client in Edmonton to find a talented and experienced Security Analyst to join their team. This individual will provide technical direction, support, and training to Business Technology Services team members, as well as assist clients and IT project leads in situations requiring knowledge of IT Security, Change Management, and Disaster Recovery Planning.

This role can be completed fully remote with candidates required to meet and collaborate at our client's Edmonton office once in a while.

Responsibilities:

• Design and implement solutions for complex IT security-related problems
• Define Security standards and architecture to ensure the confidentiality and availability of WCB computing resources
• Participate in Threat Hunting and Incident Response processes
• Leadership in the planning and support of IT Security and Change Management environments
• Configure and support EDR, IPS, Web Reputation, SIEM, and other security technologies
• Develop standards for the implementation of system changes to the Production, Pre-production, and Training environments
• Perform threat and risk assessments
• Design and Implement security solutions for cloud products including Microsoft Azure, Power BI, D365, and SaaS applications
• Research and evaluate technology and best practices, and work as a team in designing integrated, flexible, and reliable security, change management, and disaster recovery solutions
• Plan and lead larger technology implementation projects requiring the management of up to five individuals and following WCB APAC standards
• Educate, coach, and lead junior Security Analyst staff

Qualifications:

• Graduate from a recognized university or institute of technology in a computer-related discipline
• Minimum of 5 years' experience in the IT security industry, with at least 3 years of technical support experience
• Technical training must be up to date in the Microsoft Active Directory, Azure, and Security Products (such as SIEM, IPS/IDS, email/web filter, etc.)
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, as well as excellent client service skills
• Ability to lead a team, bring forward new ideas, and make concepts a reality
• Good business writing skills
• Ability to learn and adapt to new technology quickly

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