Security Automation Specialist

KPMG Canada; Quebec; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

KPMG Canada is seeking a Security Automation Specialist to enhance security products and automate processes. The role involves optimizing security tools and requires proficiency in Python and network knowledge. Candidates should have a passion for cybersecurity and experience in a Security Operations Center.

Qualifications

• Proficiency in Windows and Linux environments is required.
• Excellent understanding of networks (firewall, TCP/IP).
• Practical experience in a Security Operations Center (SOC) is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Develop and optimize internal security products for incident detection.
• Maintain and develop Python code for automation.
• Integrate various security tools and external APIs into existing systems.

Skills

Python

Network Knowledge

Automation

REST API Integration

Continuous Integration/Continuous Deployment

Test Automation

Job description

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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 a global leader in Managed Detection and Response (MDR), providing monitoring and incident response services for an international clientele. As part of our ongoing growth, we are seeking an experienced and passionate Security Automation Specialist who is dedicated to cybersecurity and automation, with a strong background in software development.
You will play a key role in enhancing our security products, ensuring effective system integration, and contributing to the automation of our processes.
What You Will Do

• Develop and optimize our internal security products to improve incident detection and response capabilities;
• Design, implement, and maintain automated workflows to streamline SOC processes;
• Collaborate with SOC teams and other stakeholders to identify priority use cases and adapt automation accordingly;
• Integrate various security tools and external APIs into existing security systems;
• Maintain and develop Python code for automation and backend integrations;
• Configure REST API calls to third-party services;
• Ensure comprehensive and accurate documentation of the automation development;
• Perform technology watch activities to identify new optimization opportunities.

What You Bring To The Role

• Proficiency in Windows and Linux environments;
• Excellent understanding of networks (firewall, TCP/IP, etc.);
• Experience with servers and authentication systems;
• Practical experience in a SOC (an asset);
• Knowledge in Red Team and Threat Hunting (an asset);
• SOAR implementation, optimization, and management (an asset);
• SIEM configuration and integration with SOAR (an asset);
• Proficiency in Python and object-oriented programming;
• Experience with REST APIs and their integration into automated systems;
• Experience with Continuous Integration/Continuous Deployment (CI/CD);
• Knowledge of AWS (Lambda, Step Functions, RDS / PostgreSQL, S3, etc.);
• Experience with test automation (unit and integration);
• Ability to communicate effectively in English and French to serve clients in Quebec and Ontario.

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 an equal opportunities employer committed to creating an inclusive, respectful, and barrier-free workplace. We welcome all qualified candidates to apply.

Adjustments and accommodations throughout the recruitment process

We are committed to fostering an inclusive recruitment process and offer adjustments or accommodations to support candidates. Please contact KPMG’s Employee Relations Service team at 1-888-466-4778 for support.

Seniority level

• Not Applicable

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Engineering and Information Technology

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