Security Analyst​/Lead

The Security Analyst/Lead is responsible for our client’s computer, network and cyber security. The Security Analyst/Lead administers all aspects of information security and is responsible for the identification, investigation and resolution of security events; as well as for conducting vulnerability audits and taking timely action to remediate findings. The Security Analyst/Lead is involved in the design, configuration and implementation of security solutions.

They are also accountable for the creation and maintenance of standards, baselines, guidelines and procedures. The Security Analyst/Lead is expected to be fully aware of the enterprise’s security goals as established by its stated policies, procedures and guidelines and to actively work towards upholding and further developing those goals to improve the Information Security maturity level.
Responsibilities
Identify security threats from normal traffic throughout the day
Respond to security incidents and provide timely resolutions
Defend corporate IT infrastructure against unauthorized access, modification, destruction and DDoS attacks.  Implement, configure firewall equipment
Monitor, respond to and rectify security incidents
Proactively implement industry best practices on security
Perform vulnerability and network scanning assessments

Define, implement, maintain and enforce security policies, standards and procedures  Define, review and update of security policies and standards
Regular review and updates of security procedures
Continuous improvement on security procedures
Conduct annual security awareness training

Conduct internal / external security audits including but not limited to CSAE 3416 SOC II, customer security questionnaires  Lead role in security audits around finance
Lead role in annual SOC II audits
Lead role in conducting customer security questionnaires and audits
Lead role in the security area for responses to Request for Proposal (RFPs)

Training (self and others) and transfer of knowledge to other IT staff for ongoing improvement in systems and application securities
Qualifications
5 years of relevant experience in systems security
Hands on experience managing/supporting/configuring Cisco firewalls
Working knowledge of variety of security technologies in areas of:
End Point Protection, Malware Protection (Network), Patch Management, URL filtering, Identity and Access management (IAM), etc.
Proven ability to conduct research into Information Security issues and security products as required.
CCNA certification (as a minimum)
CISSP
Proven analytical and problem-solving abilities
Ability to effectively prioritize and execute tasks in a high-pressure environment
Excellent written, oral, and interpersonal communication skills
Proven ability to conduct research into Information Security issues and security products as required
Proven ability to present ideas in business-friendly and user-friendly language
Highly self-motivated; able to work with minimal supervision
Keen attention to detail
Team-oriented and skilled in working within a collaborative environment
This is a permanent position located in Brampton, ON with an annual salary of $ – $

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