Global Threat Responder x3

Nexus Systems Group Inc.; Toronto; On-site; CAD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A technology solutions provider in Toronto is seeking an experienced cybersecurity professional. You will manage incidents, enhance response strategies, and oversee projects to mitigate information security risks. The ideal candidate has over 10 years in IT and 3 years in cybersecurity, enjoys stakeholder engagement, and holds relevant certifications. Strong organizational and problem-solving skills are essential. This role offers a collaborative environment with global partners.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of IT experience.
• 3+ years in Cybersecurity with hands-on experience.
• Proficiency in incident management.

Responsibilities

• Run 3rd party incident handling and improve response playbooks.
• Monitor events and coordinate cybersecurity responses.
• Guiding team for best incident response practices.

Skills

Incident management

Cybersecurity threat management

Data analysis and reporting

Stakeholder communication

Problem-solving

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in a technical field

CISSP certification

CISM certification

Tools

PowerBI

Job description

Typical Day in Role:

• Run 3rd party incident handling, refine and improve response playbooks.
• Reporting to Senior Manager, Global Threat Response
• Monitoring 3rd party events – coordinate general cyber security response to news, intelligence notifications
• Working with stakeholders around the globe
• Bridging communication between technical operations teams and globally based business leadership, and demonstrating an understanding of the business risk in doing so
• Compiling and contextualizing investigating data for business consumption
• Guiding team to best practice for incident response
• Solutioning for multiple security domains (Security Management, Security Engineering, Identity and Access Management, etc.).
• Leading complex projects providing security advice to ensure information security risk are mitigated.

Candidate Requirements/Must Have Skills:

1. 10+ years of working experience in IT
2. 3+ years of prior experience in Cybersecurity - hands-on working experience in management of threats and industry
3. 3+ year of incident management experience
4. 3+ years’ experience using productivity tools (PowerBI) to produce quantitative/qualitative reports, data flow diagrams & visual presentations.

Nice-To-Have Skills:

1. Bilingual in Spanish is a strong nice to have, candidates with the requirements who speak Spanish will be prioritized
2. Built and run a TTP framework methodology for pattern and behaviour-based content development
3. Built custom reporting of mitigation status against threats
4. Experience involving red team (Vulnerability Assessments, Web app assessments), consulting (Compliance, policy creation), SOC and Device Management
5. Built a security program to defend against APT
6. Experience having sized, deployed, maintained, and hardened SIEM and NGFW solutions
7. CISSP and/or CISM certification

Soft Skills Required:

• Excellent written, presentation, and verbal communication skills
• Proven ability to quickly learn and understand complex topics and new technologies
• Superior problem solving & decision-making skills to resolve complex work issues
• Ability to work under pressure in a dynamic environment
• Efficient and thorough note taking skills
• Well established organization skills in terms of meeting deadlines and coordinating different work streams of activities

Education:

• Bachelor's degree in a technical field such as computer science, engineering, business, or equivalent work experience
• Certifications (CISSP, CISM, CCSP, CRISC) are an asset