Infrastructure / Security Specialist

Orion Systems Integrators; Toronto; On-site; CAD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

A premier global business and technology services firm is seeking an experienced Infrastructure / Security Specialist in Toronto, Ontario. In this role, you will design and maintain infrastructure and security systems, ensuring the secure operation of applications and services. The ideal candidate will have at least 8 years of experience, particularly in cloud-native technologies such as Kubernetes and Rancher. This role offers an opportunity to contribute to innovation in a dynamic and supportive environment.

Qualifications

• At least 8 years of experience in infrastructure and security.
• Strong knowledge of identity and access management.
• Must be eligible for up to a Top Secret Security Clearance.

Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and maintain infrastructure and security systems.
• Ensure security and integrity of applications and services.
• Monitor and analyze system logs for potential threats.

Skills

Cloud-native technologies

Security principles

Networking fundamentals

Problem-solving skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or IT

Tools

Kubernetes

Rancher (RKE2)

Keycloak

LDAP

Ceph

Artifactory

Job description

Overview

Orion Innovation is a premier, award-winning, global business and technology services firm. Orion delivers game-changing business transformation and product development rooted in digital strategy, experience design, and engineering, with a unique combination of agility, scale, and maturity. We work with a wide range of clients across many industries including financial services, professional services, telecommunications and media, consumer products, automotive, industrial automation, professional sports and entertainment, life sciences, ecommerce, and education.

Job Summary

We are seeking an experienced Infrastructure / Security Specialist to join our team. As an Infrastructure / Security Specialist, you will be responsible for designing, implementing, and maintaining our organization's infrastructure and security systems. You will work closely with our development teams to ensure the secure and efficient operation of our applications and services. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in infrastructure and security, with expertise in technologies such as Rancher (RKE2), Kubernetes, Ingress, Egress, Kong, Keycloak, Ceph, Artifactory, Networking, Security, SSO, Identity Provider, LDAP, and OAuth.

Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and maintain our organization's infrastructure and security systems, including Rancher (RKE2), Kubernetes, Ingress, Egress, Kong, Keycloak, Ceph, and Artifactory.
• Ensure the security and integrity of our applications and services, including identity and access management, authentication, and authorization.
• Implement and maintain single sign-on (SSO) and identity provider (IDP) solutions using Keycloak and LDAP.
• Configure and manage network security, including firewalls, VPNs, and access controls.
• Develop and implement security policies, procedures, and standards to ensure compliance with industry regulations and best practices.
• Monitor and analyze system logs to identify potential security threats and vulnerabilities.
• Collaborate with development teams to ensure secure coding practices and implement security testing and validation.
• Provide technical leadership and guidance to junior team members.
• Stay up-to-date with emerging trends and technologies in infrastructure and security, and make recommendations for improvements and innovations.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.
• At least 8 years of experience in infrastructure and security, with a focus on cloud-native technologies such as Kubernetes, Rancher (RKE2), and Kong.
• Strong knowledge of security principles, including identity and access management, authentication, authorization, and encryption.
• Experience with SSO and IDP solutions, including Keycloak and LDAP.
• Proficiency in networking fundamentals, including TCP / IP, DNS, and HTTP.
• Experience with Ceph and Artifactory is a plus.
• Strong understanding of security regulations and compliance, including HIPAA, PCI-DSS, and GDPR.
• Excellent problem-solving skills, with the ability to analyze complex issues.
• Must be eligible for up to a Top Secret Security Clearance.

Orion is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, citizenship status, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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