IT Engineer; Security - Fluent in Mandarin

IT Engineer (Security) – Fluent in Mandarin

Reporting to the Senior IT Manager – Business Engagement, the Information Security Engineer is responsible for overseeing the implementation of security procedures and policy, safeguarding computer systems, networks and information, and promoting security best practices and awareness.

• Implement, maintain, and enhance security policies, standards, and controls.
• Monitor, detect, and respond to security threats, vulnerabilities, and incidents.
• Conduct risk assessments before system deployments and perform periodic security audits on live systems.
• Manage security tools, including SIEM, intrusion detection and prevention systems (IDS/IPS), and data loss prevention (DLP) solutions.
• Remediate and patch vulnerable systems to mitigate security risks.
• Investigate security breaches and provide detailed reports and remediation strategies.
• Promote security best practices and awareness across the organization.
• Stay current with industry standards, emerging threats, and regulatory updates.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory frameworks such as PCI, PII, CASL, and other security mandates.
• Provide off-hours support and participate in shift rotations as required.
• Perform other duties as assigned by senior management.

• A bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Security, Cybersecurity, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in information security or a related field.
• Experience in designing secure networks, systems, and application architectures.
• Proven expertise and practical experience working with a diverse range of infrastructure hardware.
• Strong knowledge of MS Windows and Linux-based system programming and architecture.
• Familiarity with risk management methodologies and best practices.
• Hands‑on experience with security management tools such as IPS, IDS, DLP, and SIEM.
• Possession of security-related certifications (e.g., CISSP) is an asset.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills with keen attention to detail.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with a service‑oriented mindset.
• Ability to work in a dynamic environment with flexibility and responsiveness to evolving security challenges.
• Fluency in written and spoken English.
• Able to communicate in Chinese (Mandarin and/or Cantonese) is an asset.
• Quarterly discretionary bonus.
• Life/AD&D insurance.
• Extended health/dental/vision care.
• Paid annual/sick/marriage/bereavement leave.

• 5‑day work week (Monday to Friday), 9:00 am – 5:30 pm.

Mid‑Senior level

Full‑time

• Information Technology
• Retail, Food and Beverage Retail, and Food and Beverage Services

Scarborough, Ontario, Canada CA $70,00‑CA $80,00 4 weeks ago