MONTREAL [Hybrid] - Operational Network Security Specialist

QUANTEAM (RAINBOW PARTNERS Group); Montreal; Hybrid; CAD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading consulting firm is seeking an Operational Network Security Specialist in Montreal to enhance network security governance and operations. The role involves managing security tools, ensuring compliance, and collaborating with IT teams to integrate security solutions. Candidates should have a strong background in network security and 10 years of experience in IT Security.

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years in IT Production or IT Security.
• Strong experience with firewalls (Fortinet / Checkpoint).
• Fluent in English with effective communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage network security tools and oversee approvals.
• Handle daily operations and troubleshoot network issues.
• Conduct firewall rule reviews and ensure compliance.

Skills

Network Security

Firewalls

Analytical Skills

Communication

Attention to Detail

Job description

MONTREAL [Hybrid] - Operational Network Security Specialist

About the Company :

As the founding entity of RAINBOW PARTNERS, Quanteam is a consulting firm specializing in Banking, Finance, and Financial Services. Guided by our core values of closeness, teamwork, diversity, and excellence, our team of 1,000 expert consultants, representing 35 different nationalities, collaborates across 10 international offices : Paris, Lyon, New York, Montreal, London, Brussels, Geneva, Lisbon, Porto and Casablanca.

We are looking for an Operational Network Security Specialist to work with one of our clients, an international bank based in Montreal.

Job Overview :

The Operational Security Specialist will play a key role in maintaining and enhancing network security operations, governance, and architecture. This includes managing security tools, approving and reviewing network flows, and ensuring adherence to security guidelines.

Key Responsibilities :

• Network Security Operations & Governance :

Manage network security tools and oversee network flow approvals and reviews.

• Participate in network design assessments and diagram reviews.
• Support and Maintenance :

Handle daily operations of network security platforms, including troubleshooting and resolving network flow issues.

• Deploy, test, and transition new network security solutions, ensuring seamless integration with existing IT infrastructure.
• Audit and Compliance :

Respond to both internal and external audit requests.

• Conduct regular firewall rule reviews to ensure compliance with security policies.
• Develop, update, and enforce network security procedures, technical guidelines, and controls.
• Identify and evaluate vulnerabilities within the network security landscape.
• Analyze security alerts, investigate incidents, and implement preventive measures.
• Collaboration and Documentation :

Work closely with other IT teams to incorporate network security solutions into broader IT services and processes.

• Maintain technical documentation related to network security upgrades and service improvements.

Required Skills and Qualifications :

• Minimum of 10 years of experience in IT Production or IT Security, with specific knowledge in network security.
• Strong experience using network technologies such as firewalls (Fortinet / Checkpoint), WAF.
• Strong technical understanding of network technologies, security concepts, operating systems, and databases.
• Strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and adaptability.
• Effective communication skills, with fluency in English.
• Candidates must be located in Montreal or willing to relocate.
• Hybrid setup with 3 days on-site per week.

Seniority level : Associate

Employment type : Full-time

Job function : Consulting

Industries : IT Services and IT Consulting

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