Bilingual Senior Cybersecurity Specialist: Microsoft Azure

CMHC; Ottawa; Hybrid; CAD 84,000 - 106,000; Full time

Job summary

A national housing agency is seeking a Senior Cybersecurity Specialist to join their IT Security Operations Team in Ottawa. This hybrid role involves protecting digital infrastructure and ensuring compliance with security standards. Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree and 5+ years of experience in cybersecurity, specifically with Microsoft 365 and Azure. Strong understanding of system hardening and threat response is crucial.

Benefits

Annual Paid vacation

Annual individual performance incentive

Defined benefit pension plan

Comprehensive group insurance

Support for personal and professional growth

Inclusive workplace culture

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in cybersecurity with a focus on Microsoft 365 and Azure.
• Proven hands-on experience with Microsoft Defender XDR, Sentinel, Purview, and Azure AD.
• Deep understanding of system hardening, secure configuration, and zero trust principles.

Responsibilities

• Lead implementation of Microsoft Security Suite tools.
• Conduct vulnerability assessments and penetration testing.
• Develop and enforce system hardening standards.
• Lead incident detection and response efforts.
• Monitor, analyze, and respond to security incidents.
• Collaborate with teams to assess risks and implement strategies.
• Maintain and evolve security policies to meet requirements.
• Mentor junior cybersecurity staff.

Skills

Microsoft 365

Azure security technologies

Incident response

Vulnerability management

Microsoft Defender XDR

Threat response automation

Scripting experience

Analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in computer science or Cybersecurity

Tools

Kali Linux

Burp Suite

Metasploit

Job description

A national housing agency is seeking a Senior Cybersecurity Specialist to join their IT Security Operations Team in Ottawa. This hybrid role involves protecting digital infrastructure and ensuring compliance with security standards. Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree and 5+ years of experience in cybersecurity, specifically with Microsoft 365 and Azure. Strong understanding of system hardening and threat response is crucial.