IT Production Security – EDR Support Engineer

NOVIPRO; Montreal; Hybrid; CAD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A consulting firm is seeking an EDR Support Engineer to join its IT security operations team in Montreal. The role involves maintaining EDR tools, particularly Tanium, and ensuring security solutions within the endpoint protection domain. Candidates must have at least 10 years of IT experience and 5 years in cybersecurity, with a strong background in EDR technologies and scripting. The position is hybrid, requiring on-site attendance three days per week until November 11, 2026.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 10 years of experience in IT with at least 5 years in cybersecurity.
• Expertise in deploying and managing EDR technologies, particularly Tanium.
• Experience leading EDR-related programs or projects.

Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain EDR tools, focusing on Tanium.
• Ensure stability of production systems and technical controls.
• Perform in-depth analysis of security issues.

Skills

IT security expertise

Endpoint Detection and Response (EDR)

Tanium

Scripting (PowerShell, Python)

Job description

NOVIPRO, as a consulting firm and trusted recruitment partner, is supporting a major organization in the financial services sector in the search for a specialized professional to join its IT security operations team. This position focuses on the support and governance of Endpoint Detection and Response (EDR) systems in a large-scale enterprise environment.

Key Details

• Work arrangement: Hybrid (minimum 3 days onsite per week; attendance required on Mondays or Fridays)
• Location: Montreal
• Job type: Contract, until November 11, 2026, 40 hours per week
• Language requirements: Bilingual (English/French) or English-speaking only

Responsibilities

The EDR Support Engineer will be accountable for the ongoing operation, support, and evolution of security solutions within the endpoint protection domain. Specific duties include:

• Operate and maintain EDR tools with a primary focus on Tanium
• Ensure the stability of production systems and the sustainability of technical controls
• Perform in-depth analysis of security issues and coordinate responses
• Design, develop, deploy, test, and transition new security functionalities
• Provide expert-level support for the lifecycle of the EDR platform
• Maintain up-to-date and comprehensive technical documentation
• Develop, enforce, and maintain security policies, standards, and baselines
• Support governance activities and participate in service delivery processes tied to EDR

Required Experience and Expertise

• At least 10 years of experience in IT, with a minimum of 5 years in cybersecurity
• Demonstrated expertise in deploying and managing Endpoint Detection and Response technologies, specifically Tanium
• Hands‑on experience leading or managing EDR‑related programs or projects
• Proficiency in scripting languages such as PowerShell or Python
• Strong background in developing and maintaining security‑related tools, procedures, and technical documentation
• Deep understanding of information security principles, infrastructure protection, and operational resilience

Assets

• Certifications in cybersecurity (e.g., CISSP, CISM, CEH, etc.)
• Prior experience in team leadership or coordination roles