Cyber Security Specialist

NDAX Canada Inc.; Calgary; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative firm in the cryptocurrency sector is seeking a skilled IT Security Specialist to enhance its security posture. This role involves setting up and configuring a Security Information and Event Management (SIEM) system, ensuring robust monitoring and incident response capabilities. The successful candidate will collaborate with a diverse team to develop effective security measures, optimize detection rules, and maintain comprehensive documentation. Join a forward-thinking company that values its employees with excellent benefits, including a supercharged health plan, personal days, and opportunities for professional growth. If you are passionate about cybersecurity and want to make a difference, this opportunity is for you.

Benefits

Supercharged Health Plan

Paid time off

Training and development opportunities

Bonuses and awards

Stock option plan

Awesome team environment

Qualifications

• Proven experience in deploying and managing SIEM solutions.
• Strong understanding of threat detection and incident response.

Responsibilities

• Deploy and configure the SIEM system for security event data.
• Develop and implement SIEM rules to detect threats and anomalies.

Skills

SIEM solutions deployment

Security event data analysis

Incident response

Problem-solving

Tools

Elastic Stack

Splunk

IBM QRadar

Azure Sentinel

Job description

As one of Canada’s largest and fastest growing cryptocurrency trading platforms, NDAX has set the bar high for the country’s fintech industry and is constantly leading the way in terms of security and innovation. We’re on a mission to empower more Canadians to unlock the full potential of digital finance. To address the various needs in the Canadian cryptocurrency space, NDAX has assembled a multidisciplinary team with diverse backgrounds, including finance, technology, engineering, compliance, marketing, and more.

We're proud to have been recognized as one of Canada’s Best Workplaces by Great Place to Work.

If you are an experienced Cyber Security Specialist, NDAX has the right opportunity for you!

We are seeking a skilled IT Security Specialist to set up and configure a Security Information and Event Management (SIEM) system preferable with Elastic Stack. The successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring robust security monitoring and incident response capabilities within our organization.

Key Responsibilities

• SIEM Setup and Configuration:
  Deploy and configure the SIEM system to collect, analyze, and store security event data from various sources (e.g., network devices, servers, applications). Integrate the SIEM with existing IT infrastructure to ensure comprehensive coverage.
• Rule Creation and Management:
  Develop and implement SIEM rules and use cases to detect security threats, anomalies, and compliance violations. Regularly review and fine-tune rules to minimize false positives and ensure accurate threat detection.
• Monitoring and Incident Response:
  Set up dashboards and alerts to provide real-time monitoring of security events. Collaborate with the security team to investigate and respond to security incidents identified by the SIEM.
• Documentation and Reporting:
  Maintain documentation for SIEM configuration, rules, and incident response procedures. Generate reports to provide insights into security posture and compliance status.
• Onboarding and Offboarding:
  Secure onboarding for new hires and offboarding for departing employees, which involves setting up user accounts, provisioning and deactivating access to systems, and providing technical support during transitions.

Minimum Requirements

• Proven experience in deploying and managing SIEM solutions (e.g., Elastic Stack, Splunk, IBM QRadar, Azure Sentinel).
• Strong understanding of security event data, threat detection, and incident response.
• Ability to create and optimize SIEM rules for effective security monitoring.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.

Benefits:

• Supercharged Health Plan: Coverage for medical, disability, dental, and vision!
• Chill Time: Paid time off plus 2 personal days just for you!
• Level Up: Training and development opportunities to boost your skills!
• Extra Goodies: Bonuses, awards, and surprise gifts!
• Future Investment: Stock option plan to share in the company’s success!
• Amazing Team: Work with great people and be part of an awesome team!