Manager, Information Security Innovation Accelerator Engineer (GT&K)

KPMG LLP Canada; Toronto; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global professional services firm is seeking a talented Security Engineer for their Global Security Operations Center in Toronto. The role focuses on automation to enhance security operations with expertise in Azure technologies and scripting languages. Ideal candidates should have a strong background in incident response, threat detection, and DevOps tools. Join a dynamic team and contribute to providing innovative security solutions in a collaborative environment.

Benefits

Inclusive workplace

Career development opportunities

Supportive recruitment process

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience automating security workflows using scripting languages.
• Experience in Security Engineer roles or SOC environments.
• Familiarity with threat intelligence platforms.

Responsibilities

• Ensure continuous improvement to GSOC processes through automation.
• Support technical project activities.
• Installation and maintenance of GSOC technologies.
• Monitor systems and produce status reports.
• Manage user training and documentation.

Skills

Python scripting

PowerShell scripting

Bash scripting

KQL

Automation

Azure Security technologies

DevOps tools

Incident response

Threat detection

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computing, Information Security, or related field

Tools

Azure Sentinel

Logic Apps

Terraform

Docker

Kubernetes

Job description

Overview

At KPMG, you’ll join a team of diverse and dedicated problem solvers, connected by a common cause: turning insight into opportunity for clients and communities around the world.

We are seeking a talented and innovative Security Engineer to join our Global Security Operations Center (GSOC) team. This role focuses on Innovation, ensuring that automation supports and is part of any operationalization activities while leveraging DevOps principles to enhance security operations. The ideal candidate will possess expertise in Palo Alto Cortex, Azure technologies including Logic Apps and Microsoft Sentinel, and ServiceNow, and be responsible for building, improving, and maintaining automated workflows to streamline security monitoring and incident response.

What you will do

• Ensure continuous improvement to GSOC processes and technology through automation.
• Support the Innovation Lead and liaise with KPMG teams, business stakeholders, and vendors to design and setup activities at different stages of a technical project.
• Installation, management, maintenance and support of GSOC technologies hosted on multiple environments including physical Data Centers, Azure public cloud and O365.
• Monitor systems, identify/resolve issues, prepare status reviews and reports; Compile and maintain the necessary documentation of all system designs, builds and modifications.
• Responsible for coordination and delivery of user training and training material.
• Manage support cases to ensure issues are recorded, tracked, resolved, and follow-ups are done in a timely manner.

What you bring to the role

• 3 years’ experience automating security workflows using scripting languages such as Python, PowerShell, or Bash. 3 years’ experience with Query Languages preferably KQL. 3+ years of experience working as a Security Engineer or in a Security Operations Center (SOC) environment.
• Bachelor’s degree, Master’s, or PhD in Computing, Information Security, or related field (or equivalent work experience). Certifications such as CISSP, CISM, AWS Certified Security – Specialty, Azure Security Engineer are a plus.
• Familiarity with threat intelligence platforms and SIEM tools. Strong hands-on experience with automation and Azure Security technologies (including Azure Sentinel, Logic Apps, etc.). Expert in scripting or development languages e.g. Python, and a query language e.g. KQL
• Deep understanding of security technologies, principles, and best practices related to incident response and threat detection.
• Proven expertise in DevOps tools and practices (e.g., Git, Jenkins, Terraform, Docker, Kubernetes).

Providing you with the support you need to be at your best

Our Values, The KPMG Way

Integrity, we do what is right | Excellence, we never stop learning and improving | Courage, we think and act boldly | Together, we respect each other and draw strength from our differences | For Better, we do what matters

KPMG in Canada is a proud equal opportunities employer and we are committed to creating a respectful, inclusive and barrier-free workplace that allows all of our people to reach their full potential. A diverse workforce is key to our success and we believe in bringing your whole self to work. We welcome all qualified candidates to apply and hope you will choose KPMG in Canada as your employer of choice.

Adjustments and accommodations throughout the recruitment process

At KPMG, we are committed to fostering an inclusive recruitment process where all candidates can be themselves and excel. We aim to provide a positive experience and are prepared to offer adjustments or accommodations to help you perform at your best. Adjustments (informal requests), such as extra preparation time or the option for micro breaks during interviews, and accommodations (formal requests), such as accessible communication supports or technology aids, are tailored to individual needs and role requirements. You will have an opportunity to request an adjustment or accommodation at any point throughout the recruitment process. If you require support, please contact KPMG’s Employee Relations Service team by calling 1-888-466-4778.