Cybersecurity Engineer

Xanadu; Toronto; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Equity

Standard benefits

Job summary

Xanadu is looking for a cybersecurity professional to join our newly formed team. In this role, you will bridge high-level cybersecurity strategies with daily operations, ensuring our intellectual property remains secure without hindering innovation.

The ideal candidate will have a BSc in Cybersecurity or a related field and 1-2 years of IT or cybersecurity experience. Key responsibilities include incident response, alert triage, and developing security policies.

We offer a competitive salary of 80,000 - 100,000 CAD and standard benefits with eligibility for equity.

Qualifications

• 1-2 years of experience in a cybersecurity or IT role.
• Hands-on experience writing scripts in Linux or Python.
• Experience with major cloud providers, preferably AWS.

Responsibilities

• Triage and analyze alerts generated by MDR provider.
• Act as the initial responder for all cybersecurity incidents.
• Generate detailed incident reports for all cybersecurity incidents.

Skills

Cybersecurity awareness

Incident response

Policy drafting

Scripting in Linux or Python

AWS experience

Strong communication skills

Education

BSc. in Cybersecurity, Computer Science or related field

Tools

Linux

Python

AWS

Job description

Your role and responsibilities:

As part of the newly formed cybersecurity team you will bridge the gap between our high‑level cybersecurity strategy and daily technical operations. You will work at the intersection of our IT infrastructure and our core R&D teams to ensure our intellectual property is protected without slowing down innovation. This "wear‑many‑hats" role is perfect for a security‑minded builder who enjoys working across the entire stack—from hardening infrastructure and automating workflows to developing internal tools that keep our innovation secure.

• Triage and analyse alerts generated by our MDR provider, ensuring thorough follow‑up with affected users until alert resolution.
• Act as the initial responder for all cybersecurity incidents.
• Generate detailed incident reports for all cybersecurity and operational security incidents and follow up on the action items.
• Conduct awareness sessions to educate all employees on cybersecurity policies.
• Conduct application security audits and implement necessary controls.
• Develop scripts (across all three major OS) to automate the patching of reported CVEs without disrupting user workflows.
• Collaborate closely with various internal teams to refresh existing cybersecurity policies and establish new ones.
• Participate in the creation and validation of Disaster Recovery procedures by running tabletop and DR exercises.
• Collaborate with the IT team to research and evaluate new applications or solutions to enhance the company’s cybersecurity posture.

Required qualifications and experience:

• BSc. in Cybersecurity, Computer Science or related field.
• 1‑2 years of experience in a cybersecurity or IT role.
• Experience drafting policies relevant to cybersecurity frameworks.
• Hands‑on experience writing scripts in Linux or Python.
• Experience with one of the major cloud providers, AWS preferred.
• Security mindset, detail‑oriented and able to perform in a high‑pressure/high‑paced environment.
• Ability to manage shifting priorities and effectively handle frequent context‑switching.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills.

Preferred qualifications and experience:

• Experience in security operations, incident response, vulnerability assessments, and network architecture design.
• Basic knowledge of Windows PowerShell.
• Has worked in a startup environment and understands the importance of wearing multiple hats.
• Experience with creating CI/CD pipelines for automation.

Benefits:

Base salary range is 80,000 – 100,000 CAD, determined based on location, experience, and internal benchmarks. You will also be eligible for equity and standard benefits.

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement:

We are an equal opportunity employer and encourage candidates of all backgrounds to apply. We are committed to building an inclusive, safe, and equitable culture and fostering an environment where our employees feel included, valued, and heard. We are committed to meeting the needs of all individuals and support a barrier‑free workplace. Should you require accommodations at any point during the recruitment process please contact Recruiting at [e-mail].