Security Operations Analyst, Managed Security Services

CDW LLC.; Mississauga; On-site; CAD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

CDW is seeking a Firewall Engineer with 1 to 3 years of experience in firewall administration (Palo Alto, Check Point) and familiarity with AWS, Azure, and GCP. The role involves 24x7 security support, incident handling, and contributing to service delivery in a managed security services environment.

You will manage firewall policies, IPS configurations, NAT rules, and participate in security projects while pursuing professional certifications and training.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering/CS or a related field, or a 3-year diploma.
• 4 years IT experience, including 1 year in IT/systems support.
• Beginner certifications in Managed Security Services (e.g., CCSA, CCNA-Security, ACE, Security+).

Responsibilities

• Provide first-level security support, monitor SLAs and customer service.
• Develop knowledge and technical expertise through training and certifications.

Skills

First-level security support

Troubleshooting

Strong communication

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science/Engineering or related field

3-year diploma in related field

Tools

Palo Alto

Check Point

AWS

Azure

GCP

Firewall policies management

Job description

Description

The Analyst – Managed Security Services provides first-level technical client support and upholds defined service level agreements (SLA) and customer service excellence for Network Security.

The Analyst focuses on developing their knowledge and technical expertise.

We are seeking a Firewall Engineer with 1 to 3 years of experience in firewall administration, including Palo Alto and Check Point technologies, as well as familiarity with AWS, Azure, and GCP environments. The ideal candidate will have experience managing firewall policies, IPS configurations, NAT rules, and supporting firewall-related projects.

What you will do:

• 24x7 Support – 80% job weight
  • Monitors and resolves first-level security support requests. Escalates second-level support to senior team members
  • Collects and disseminates information to clients during and post-incident
  • Identifies, records, and escalates service performance trends, anomalies, and SLA breaches to senior leadership
  • Updating the knowledge base articles
  • Apply Trusted Advisor techniques to build up client trust and influence loyalty
• Professional Development – 20% job weight
  • Attends training sessions or shadowing activities, and obtains industry related certifications as determined by Manager
  • Participate notably in assigned self-paced training

What we expect of you:

• Bachelor's degree (B.A./B.S.) or 3-year diploma in Engineering, Computer Science, or a Technology related field, OR
• 4 years of Information Technology experience, to include 1 year in supporting information technology/systems
• Beginner level certification in a Managed Security Services discipline is a plus, including but not limited to:
  • Check Point: CCSA, Cisco; CCNA-Security ; Palo Alto: ACE ; CompTIA Security +, Microsoft SC-200, Microsoft AZ900, Microsoft AZ500 or similar technology certifications
• Call handling/ticket experience is a plus
• The position is part of a 7-day per week, 24 hour per day managed services operations. To provide the required coverage, must be willing to work weekends, holidays, and overtime.
• Foster a positive team environment by being approachable and assisting teammates.
• Actively engage in coaching and continuous learning to enhance technical skills.
• Understanding of IT infrastructure and Information Systems design, including hardware, software and services used in an enterprise.
• Investigate and resolve technical issues using established procedures.
• Demonstrate strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Apply critical thinking and problem-solving abilities to address challenges.
• Manage time effectively and maintain organizational skills.
• Proficiency with productivity tools such as word processing, spreadsheet, diagram creation, presentation and email processing applications.
• Demonstrated ability to learn and adapt to new technologies and products.

CDW is committed to being an AI-fluent organization

We’re looking for people who bring curiosity, a learner’s mindset, and a willingness to engage with ever-evolving technology and tools. We value adopting AI as a partner, openness to experimentation, and a shared interest in learning together on AI. Our goal is to create a culture where AI enhances—not replaces—human creativity and decision-making. You don’t need to be an expert today; what matters is your readiness to explore, adapt, and grow with us as we integrate AI responsibly and effectively into our work.

Additionally, CDW is committed to fostering an equitable, transparent, and respectful hiring process for all applicants. During our application process, our goal is to understand your experience, strengths, skills, and qualifications. As an AI forward company, we see AI not just as a tool, but as a catalyst for new ways of thinking, creating, and communicating. We encourage candidates to embrace an AI mindset, one that’s curious, adaptive, and ready to explore what’s possible. We welcome thoughtful use of AI to expand your perspective and elevate how you share your story, while ensuring your application remains rooted in your own background, judgment, and voice.

About Us

CDW is a Fortune 500 technology solutions provider that helps businesses, government, education, and healthcare organizations achieve what’s possible through technology. What makes CDW different isn’t just what we do—it’s how we do it. At CDW we act as one—building trust, speaking candidly, and working together to achieve more. We play to win—focusing on what matters most and delivering for our customers. And we think forward—staying curious, moving fast, and continuously learning. We believe meaningful work happens when people feel supported, heard, and empowered to contribute. That’s why we think of ourselves as coworkers, not just employees—working together to solve complex challenges and deliver real impact for our customers and communities.

As a full‑stack, full‑lifecycle technology partner, CDW brings deep expertise, strong relationships, and broad industry knowledge to help turn ideas into outcomes. When you join CDW, you become part of a collaborative environment where your work matters, your growth is supported, and your contributions help shape what’s next.

Together, we deliver the full promise of what technology can do. Together, we Make Amazing Happen.

CDW is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regards to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other basis prohibited by state and local law.