Defensive Cybersecurity Advisor

Desjardins Group; Lévis; Hybrid; CAD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial services organization is looking for a defensive cybersecurity advisor to join their Cyber Threats Investigations and Hunting Department. In this role, you will investigate security alerts and collaborate efficiently with other teams. Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree and at least four years of relevant experience, including knowledge of security tools and cybersecurity practices. The position offers competitive salary, benefits, and remote work flexibility.

Benefits

Competitive salary and annual bonus

4 weeks of flexible vacation

Defined benefit pension plan

Group insurance including telemedicine

Reimbursement of health and wellness expenses

Qualifications

• Minimum of four years of relevant experience.
• Other combinations of qualifications and relevant experience may be considered.
• Action oriented, Business insight, Customer Focus, Differences, Interpersonal Savvy, Nimble learning.

Responsibilities

• Investigate security events.
• Apply mitigation measures in response to security events.
• Document investigations in an operational security ticketing system.
• Help resolve security issues.
• Participate in incident response.
• Help improve and optimize security operations.

Skills

Knowledge of French

Proficiency in security tools (SIEM, EDR)

Proficiency in cybersecurity concepts

Knowledge of cloud computing environments

Knowledge of scripting (Bash, PowerShell)

Education

Bachelor's degree in a related field

Job description

Overview

As a defensive cybersecurity advisor, you’re part of the Cyber Threats Investigations and Hunting Department. Our mission is to defend Desjardins Group against cyber threats. We’re looking for someone who’s passionate about cybersecurity, committed to staying current and active in the community. You serve as a cybersecurity investigation analyst whose main task is to investigate alerts flagged by our various security tools. In your role, you must work and communicate efficiently with other Security Operations Centre members and partner teams.

Responsibilities

• Investigate security events

• Apply mitigation measures in response to security events

• Document investigations in an operational security ticketing system

• Help resolve security issues

• Participate in incident response

• Help improve and optimize security operations and make them more efficient

What we offer

• Competitive salary and annual bonus

• 4 weeks of flexible vacation starting in the first year

• Defined benefit pension plan that provides predictable, stable income throughout retirement

• Group insurance including telemedicine

• Reimbursement of health and wellness expenses and telework equipment

* Benefits apply based on eligibility criteria.

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What you bring to the table

• Bachelor's degree in a related field

• A minimum of four years of relevant experience

• Please note that other combinations of qualifications and relevant experience may be considered

• Knowledge of French is required

• Proficiency in security tools (SIEM, EDR, etc.)

• Proficiency in cybersecurity concepts and information system security practices

• Knowledge of cybersecurity concepts in cloud computing environments

• Knowledge of scripting (Bash, PowerShell, etc.)

Action oriented, Business insight, Customer Focus, Differences, Interpersonal Savvy, Nimble learning

Trade Union (If applicable)

At Desjardins, we believe in equity, diversity and inclusion. We\'re committed to welcoming, respecting and valuing people for who they are as individuals, learning from their differences, embracing their uniqueness, and providing a positive workplace for all. At Desjardins, we have zero tolerance for discrimination of any kind. We believe our teams should reflect the diversity of the members, clients and communities we serve.

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Job Family

Security (FG)

Unposting Date

2026-02-9