Cybersecurity Administrator- Vancouver

Compugen Inc; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 83,000 - 124,000; Full time

Job summary

Compugen Inc. in Vancouver is seeking a Cybersecurity Administrator/Infrastructure & Security Operations resource for a 6-month on-site contract in Downtown Vancouver to strengthen our security posture.

You will manage security programs, configure tools, monitor alerts, and coordinate remediation while staying ahead of evolving threats. Strong experience in SOC, vulnerability management, Azure/M365 security, and incident response is required, with relevant certifications preferred.

Qualifications

• Experience in security operations, detecting and responding to threats.
• Ability to manage vulnerabilities and coordinate remediation.
• Strong endpoint security practices and monitoring.
• Proficiency with Microsoft security tools (Defender, Sentinel, Entra ID).
• Experience with Azure and Microsoft 365 security administration.
• Ability to participate in incident response calls.

Responsibilities

• Manage and support the organization's security program.
• Configure and administer security tools.
• Monitor security activity and alerts.
• Track vulnerabilities and coordinate remediation activities.
• Reduce organizational risk through proactive security measures.
• Stay current on emerging threats and attack trends.
• Participate in incident response and security-related calls.

Skills

SOC experience

Vulnerability mgmt

Endpoint security

Microsoft security

Monitoring & IR

Risk assessment

Azure/M365 security

Education

AZ-104

MD-102

SC-200

CompTIA Security+

CISSP

Cisco/Meraki certs

Job description

About Compugen

Compugen is Canada's largest privately-owned Technology Ally. To innovate industries, transform businesses, connect communities, and drive meaningful change, we must think bigger, reach broader, and act bolder. Through knowledge, curiosity, and collaboration, Compugen helps organizations delivering experience by design. This is what it means to be human-centered and technology-enabled.

Our Culture

We are a human-centered culture where we prioritize your well-being and are invested in helping you reach your fullest potential. We're not only focused on achieving our goals — we're dedicated to helping you achieve yours.

If you're relentlessly curious, driven to make a difference, and collaborative at the core, then you belong with us.

Position Overview:

We are seeking a Cybersecurity Administrator/Infrastructure & Security Operations resource to strengthen our cybersecurity capabilities for a 6 month contract (strong possibility to extend) onsite in Downtown Vancouver.

Accountabilities

• Manage and support the organization's security program
• Configure and administer security tools
• Monitor security activity and alerts
• Track vulnerabilities and coordinate remediation activities
• Reduce organizational risk through proactive security measures
• Stay current on emerging threats and attack trends
• Participate in incident response and security-related calls as required

Desired Experience

• Security Operations (SOC or equivalent)
• Vulnerability Management
• Endpoint Security
• Microsoft Security technologies (Defender, Sentinel, Entra ID, Conditional Access)
• Security Monitoring and Incident Response
• Risk Assessment and Remediation
• Azure and Microsoft 365 Security Administration

Preferred Certifications

• AZ-104
• MD-102
• SC-200
• CompTIA Security+
• CISSP
• Cisco/Meraki certifications

Please note the stated compensation is for Incorporated Individuals. T4 contractors will receive a lower hour rate.

Equity Statement

At Compugen, we are committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. We actively recruit from all groups, including women, Indigenous people, persons with disabilities and members of visible minorities. We recognize the importance of removing barriers to participation and provide accommodation upon request to all applicants throughout the recruitment process. If you require an accommodation, our People & Culture representative will work with you to meet your needs in a confidential and respectful manner. We believe everyone deserves a seat at the table-and we are taking deliberate action to make this a reality.

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