Cyber Security Specialist

Texas State Library and Archives Commision; Toronto; On-site; CAD 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A Canadian services company is seeking an experienced Cyber Security Specialist to support IT security operations. You will lead the security incident response team, develop security policies, and monitor IT infrastructure against threats. Candidates should have a degree in Computer Science, and 5+ years of experience in security operations, with essential expertise in Palo Alto Networks and Fortinet solutions.

Qualifications

• Degree in Computer Science or related field.
• CISSP, CISM, or related certification preferred.
• Solid understanding of penetration testing, compliance, and vendor management.

Responsibilities

• Lead security incident response and manage the CSIRT.
• Develop and enforce information security policies and procedures.
• Monitor IT infrastructure to prevent unauthorized access.
• Support audits, risk assessments, and ISO compliance.
• Guide security best practices during system design.
• Research and implement security tools aligned with firm goals.
• Assist in disaster recovery planning.
• Provide tier-3 security support and after-hours emergency response.
• Mentor team members on security awareness.
• Recommend improvements to processes and technologies.

Skills

5+ years of experience in security operations and management

Hands-on expertise with Palo Alto Networks

Hands-on expertise with Fortinet solutions

Experience with NGFWs

Experience with EDR like CrowdStrike

Experience with SIEM

Experience with SASE

Experience with CASB

Experience with DLP

Skilled at using Entra AD and Azure

Education

Degree in Computer Science or related field

Tools

Palo Alto Networks

Fortinet

CrowdStrike

Job description

Overview

Experienced Cyber Security Specialist sought for Canadian services company. You will be supporting IT security operations, contributing to strategic initiatives, and resolving complex security issues across the firm.

Responsibilities

• Lead security incident response, manage the CSIRT, and oversee remediation of threats.
• Develop and enforce information security policies and procedures.
• Monitor IT infrastructure to prevent unauthorized access and respond to incidents.
• Support internal / external audits, risk assessments, and ISO 27001 / 27017 compliance.
• Guide security best practices during system / application design and development.
• Research and implement security tools and metrics aligned with firm goals.
• Assist in disaster recovery and business continuity planning.
• Provide tier-3 security support and after-hours emergency response.
• Mentor team members and contribute to security awareness and training programs.
• Recommend improvements to processes, technologies, and vendor solutions.

Requirements

• Degree in Computer Science or related field.
• CISSP, CISM, or related certification preferred.
• 5+ years of experience in security operations and management.
• Hands-on expertise with Palo Alto Networks and Fortinet solutions - these are essential.
• Experience with NGFWs, EDR (e.g., CrowdStrike), SIEM, SASE, CASB, and DLP.
• Skilled at using Entra AD and Azure.
• Familiarity with PKI, encryption, and L4-L7 protocols.
• Solid understanding of penetration testing, compliance, and vendor management
• FORTINET AND PALO ALTO NETWORKS ESSENTIAL