Cybersecurity Specialist

NexGedia Enterprise; Edmonton; Hybrid; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A technology security firm in Edmonton is seeking a Cybersecurity Specialist to enhance security measures and conduct vulnerability assessments. You will have a hybrid work model and responsibilities include monitoring infrastructure and collaborating on security policies. Ideal candidates possess a diploma in computer science and a minimum of one year of related experience. This position offers professional development opportunities and competitive compensation.

Benefits

Continuous development programs

Personalized training options

Coaching and mentoring support

Qualifications

• Minimum of one year of experience in IT or information security.
• Proficiency in security technologies such as SIEM and firewalls.
• Knowledge of Microsoft and Linux environments.

Responsibilities

• Monitor the infrastructure for updates and preventive measures.
• Perform intrusion detection and vulnerability assessments.
• Participate in managing security patches and audits.

Skills

Intrusion detection

Vulnerability assessments

Security technologies (SIEM, firewall, etc.)

Knowledge of normative frameworks

Scripting knowledge (PowerShell, Shell)

Cloud experience (AWS)

Education

College or university diploma in computer science

Tools

Rapid7

CrowdStrike

Job description

Overview

Title: Cybersecurity Specialist
Location: Edmonton, hybrid, 2d/week onsite
Start date: As soon as possible
Duration: 12 months.
Working hours: 37.5 hours per week
Languages: English, mandatory

The comany values continuous development and internal mobility. Our personalised training programs, based on on on-the-job learning, help you master your profession and develop new fields of expertise. Tools such as the Data Academy, Language Training, Harvard Learning Centre and coaching and mentoring support are available to you at any time.

Description

You report to the Manager - Security Services on this team and work closely with several specialists. The hybrid work environment and inclusive culture foster collaboration, innovation and professional development.

Responsibilities

• Monitor the infrastructure to ensure that updates, corrections and preventive measures are applied
• Perform intrusion detection analyses and vulnerability assessments to ensure a proactive response to incidents
• Participate in the management of security patches and the vulnerability management process
• Produce reports on indicators related to information security and collaborate in technical audits
• Support, maintain and update the security infrastructure in accordance with established service objectives
• Participate in developing, updating and complying with security policies, standards and procedures
• Contribute to it monitoring and knowledge of cybersecurity threats

Prerequisites

• College or university diploma in computer science or a related field.
• Minimum of one year of experience in information technology or information security.
• Knowledge of normative frameworks (e.g., ISO 27001, NIST, PCI DSS, COBIT, OWASP).
• Proficiency in security technologies (SIEM, firewall, encryption, vulnerability management, etc.).
• Knowledge of Microsoft, Linux environments or scripts (PowerShell, Shell, etc.).
• Knowledge of tools (Rapid7, CrowdStrike).
• AWS certified.