Senior Cybersecurity Specialist

InSync Systems; Regina; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Cybersecurity Specialist to enhance their cyber security posture. This role involves implementing advanced security controls across both on-premises and cloud environments, ensuring compliance with industry standards, and proactively addressing cybersecurity risks. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in IT security, particularly with cloud technologies like Microsoft Azure. Join a dynamic team where your expertise will contribute to safeguarding critical systems and infrastructure in a highly regulated environment. If you're passionate about cybersecurity and ready to make a significant impact, this opportunity awaits you.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of hands-on experience in IT security or cybersecurity operations.
• Proven experience with cloud and enterprise security technologies.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for detailed security incident investigation reports.
• Complete regular vulnerability scan results and remediation tracking.

Skills

IT Security

Cybersecurity Operations

Cloud Security Technologies

Incident Response

PowerShell

Analytical Skills

Education

University degree in Computer Science

Professional Security Certifications (CISSP, CISM)

Tools

Microsoft Azure

Microsoft Defender suite

Microsoft Sentinel (SIEM)

Tenable One

Job description

We are looking for a Senior Cybersecurity Specialist for a 12-month contract position, with possible extensions in Regina, Saskatchewan. Must be legally entitled to work in Canada.

Position is available as on-site location. 8 hours a day, 40 hours a week. This is NOT a remote role.

Role Description

The Cybersecurity Specialist is responsible for the supporting and strengthening the overall cyber security posture through implementation and monitoring of advanced security controls across prem and cloud environments. This role will ensure compliance with industry specific security frameworks and standards while proactively identifying and mitigating cybersecurity risks.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for detailed security incident investigation reports and post-incident lessons-learned documentation for any cybersecurity incidents.
• Complete regular vulnerability scan results and remediation tracking reports (utilizing Tenable One) to communicate risk levels and progress to stakeholders.
• Periodic security posture and compliance reports, including Azure Secure Score dashboards and other metrics, to inform management of the current state and improvements over time.
• Documentation demonstrating alignment of security controls with NIST CSF, ISO 27001, and applicable CSA standards, to support regulatory audits and internal compliance requirements.
• Responsible for updating cybersecurity artifacts such as security policy documents, standard operating procedures, network diagrams, and system security plans for nuclear-related projects and systems.

Required Skills and Experience

• University degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Information Security or a related field; an equivalent combination of education and extensive professional experience in cybersecurity will be considered.
• At least 5 years of hands-on experience in IT security or cybersecurity operations, including involvement in security monitoring and incident response.
• Proven experience with cloud and enterprise security technologies – specifically Microsoft Azure, Microsoft Defender suite, Microsoft Sentinel (SIEM), and vulnerability management platforms (such as Tenable One).
• Demonstrated ability to configure and use these tools for threat detection, analysis, and automated response. Proficiency in PowerShell, JSON, Kusto Query (KQL), Logic Apps, or a similar language.
• Strong familiarity with industry cybersecurity frameworks and standards (e.g. NIST Cybersecurity Framework, ISO/IEC 27001/27002, and relevant CSA security standards).
• Knowledge of incident response methodologies and best practices for handling and managing cybersecurity incidents.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to assess complex systems for security risks. Capable of analyzing system logs, alerts, and forensic data across various sources (network, endpoint, cloud) to identify and resolve security issues.
• Must be eligible to obtain and maintain a Government of Canada Level II (Secret) Security Clearance.

Desired Skills and Experience

• One or more relevant professional security certifications are strongly desired – for example, CISSP (Certified Information Systems Security Professional), CISM (Certified Information Security Manager), GIAC certifications (SANS Institute), or vendor-specific credentials such as Microsoft Certified: Azure Security Engineer Associate.
• Experience working in highly regulated or critical infrastructure environments (energy utilities, nuclear industry, etc.) is an asset.
• Familiarity with the unique cybersecurity challenges and regulatory requirements of industrial or power systems (including SCADA/ICS environments) will be beneficial.

Please note that while all applications are appreciated, only candidates selected for interview will be contacted.

InSync Systems Inc. is a privately-owned boutique Canadian Resourcing and Consulting Services Company that works closely with a range of corporate clients across multiple industries to bring them solutions that effectively address their business needs.