Principal Security Analyst - Remote

Cyderes co; Toronto; Remote; CAD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading cybersecurity services provider is seeking a Managed Services Principal Security Analyst to deliver security solutions and exceed client expectations. This role involves strategic advisory and deep-dive analysis, ensuring quality SOC deliverables and conducting proactive investigations. The ideal candidate will have extensive IT security experience and strong leadership skills.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of IT security experience, including senior roles.
• Proficiency with SIEM platforms and Endpoint Detection software.

Responsibilities

• Own security outcomes for assigned customers.
• Lead customer cadence calls and act as a trusted advisor.
• Perform Threat Hunting to detect and isolate threats.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Threat Hunting

Networking

Scripting

Education

Industry certifications (Sec+, CEH, GCIH, GCIA, GSEC, OSCP)

Tools

SentinelOne

CrowdStrike

Defender

Splunk

Elastic

IBM QRadar

Chronicle

Siemplify

FortiSOAR

Job description

Cyderes (Cyber Defense and Response) is a full lifecycle cybersecurity services provider offering managed security services, identity and access management, and professional services to manage enterprise cybersecurity risks. We specialize in complex, multi-technology environments with agility to address advanced cyber threats. With global operations in the United States, Canada, the United Kingdom, and India, we leverage extensive experience to enhance our clients’ cyber outcomes.

About the Job:

The Managed Services Principal Security Analyst is responsible for delivering security solutions to clients. The Principal Security Analyst will consistently meet and exceed client expectations, representing the Cyderes brand through positive interactions with internal teams. This customer-facing role involves strategic advisory, deep-dive analysis, and creating custom security content for managed service customers.

Responsibilities:

1. Take ownership of security outcomes for assigned customers.
2. Provide guidance, mentorship, and leadership to Security Analysts.
3. Lead customer cadence calls and act as a trusted advisor.
4. Create custom dashboards and reports for customer updates.
5. Ensure quality of SOC deliverables.
6. Perform Threat Hunting to detect and isolate threats, providing recommendations.
7. Conduct proactive security investigations to identify malicious activities.
8. Analyze customer security posture, risks, and security data at an expert level.
9. Maintain documentation and runbooks for analysis processes.
10. Advise on technology improvements to enhance customer security.
11. Communicate recommendations and guidelines based on analysis results.
12. Stay informed on the evolving threat landscape.

Requirements:

1. 5+ years of progressive IT security experience, including recent senior roles.
2. System Administration experience (Windows, Unix/Linux, Mac).
3. Deep understanding of networking concepts and analysis of network artifacts.
4. Experience with Endpoint Detection and Response software (e.g., SentinelOne, CrowdStrike, Defender).
5. Proficiency with at least one leading SIEM platform (e.g., Splunk, Elastic, IBM QRadar, Chronicle).
6. Industry certifications such as Sec+, CEH, GCIH, GCIA, GSEC, OSCP, or working towards one.
7. Knowledge of SOAR platforms (e.g., Siemplify, FortiSOAR).
8. Basic scripting or development skills in languages like Python, PowerShell, Bash, or JavaScript.
9. Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
10. Expert knowledge of the MITRE ATT&CK framework.

Cyderes is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). Qualified applicants are considered regardless of race, religion, color, sex, age, disability, sexual orientation, genetic information, national origin, or veteran status.

Note: This posting is for direct applicants only. Outside recruiters are asked not to contact us regarding this position.