Security Specialist - Network and End Point Security

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We’re looking for a Security Advisor Specialist to join our growing team!

• Support the design and implementation of a ZTNA architecture to replace traditional VPN access with identity‑based, application‑level private access.
• Collaborate with network, identity, and endpoint teams to define user‑to‑application access policies aligned with the Zero Trust model.
• Assist in deploying and tuning ZTNA platforms (e.g., Zscaler Private Access, Netskope Private Access, Prisma Access, Cloudflare Zero Trust).
• Participate in integration with Identity Providers (IdP) (Azure AD, Okta) for conditional access and continuous verification.
• Document and validate the VPN decommissioning strategy, ensuring secure migration of remote and internal users to ZTNA.

• Implement and maintain NDR solutions to monitor network traffic for suspicious behavior and lateral movement.
• Analyze alerts, perform network forensics, and collaborate with the SOC to fine‑tune detections.
• Improve network telemetry coverage to support threat hunting and investigations.

• Collaborate closely with the Endpoint Security team to ensure endpoint coverage, visibility, and correlation between EDR/XDR and network telemetry.
• Support EDR policy tuning, incident investigation, and endpoint hardening initiatives.
• Assist in integration of endpoint and ZTNA agents to enforce device posture checks before granting access.

• University degree in information security or any combination of equivalent education and experience
• Minimum 10 years of relevant experience in information technology, more specifically in information technology security
• Security certification would be an asset (CISSP, CCSP, ZTA, etc)
• Strong understanding of Zero Trust principles (NIST SP 800‑207) and ZTNA architectures.
• Experience with ZTNA or Secure Private Access solutions (Zscaler, Netskope, Prisma Access, Cloudflare, Cisco Duo).
• Understanding of identity‑based access controls, device posture validation, and application segmentation.
• Familiarity with VPN technologies (IPsec, SSL VPN) and migration strategies to ZTNA.
• Deep understanding of TCP/IP, routing, switching, DNS, proxies, and firewalls.
• Hands‑on experience with EDR/XDR (Crowd Strike, Defender for Endpoint, Sentinel One, Carbon Black).
• Strong ethical principles and understanding of business and information security ethics
• No Canadian work experience required however must be eligible to work in Canada.
• For candidates located in Quebec, bilingualism is required considering the necessity to interact on a regular basis with English‑speaking colleagues across the country

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Our hybrid work model provides the balance between working from home and enjoying meaningful in‑person interactions.

Working here means you'll be empowered to be and do your best every day. Here is some of what you can expect as a permanent member of our team:

• A financial rewards program that recognizes your success
• An industry‑leading Employee Share Purchase Plan; we match 50% of net shares purchased
• An extensive flex pension and benefits package, with access to virtual healthcare
• Flexible work arrangements
• Possibility to purchase up to 5 extra days off per year
• An annual wellness account that promotes an active and healthy lifestyle
• Access to tools and resources to support physical and mental health, embracing change and connecting with colleagues
• A dynamic workplace learning ecosystem complete with learning journeys, interactive online content, and inspiring programs
• Inclusive employee‑led networks to…