Security Specialist - Penetration testing

Intact Financial Corporation; Toronto; Hybrid; CAD 95,000 - 135,000; Full time

Job summary

Intact Financial Corporation is seeking a Security Specialist based in Toronto to conduct penetration testing and enhance cybersecurity measures. The ideal candidate is an experienced professional passionate about ethical hacking, with a strong background in offensive security and leadership capabilities. This role offers a hybrid work environment and a robust benefits package, emphasizing the company's commitment to employee growth and community impact.

Benefits

Flexible pension and benefits package

Employee Share Purchase Plan

Annual wellness account

Possibility to purchase extra days off

Community Impact program

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years in a role related to offensive security.
• At least 5 years as a technical leader.
• Experience in multiple penetration testing methods.

Responsibilities

• Conduct automated and manual penetration tests across various systems.
• Coordinate quality of external penetration testing.
• Collaborate with teams to address vulnerabilities.

Skills

Cybersecurity

Ethical Hacking

Problem Analysis

Team Collaboration

Education

Degree in Computer Science or related field

Tools

Penetration Testing Tools

Attack Simulation Tools

Job description

Our employees are at the heart of everything we do. Together, we help people, businesses, and society prosper in good times and be resilient in bad times.

Our employee promise represents Intact’s commitment to you in exchange for living our Values, striving to do your best work, being open to change and investing in your career. In return, we promise to provide support, opportunities and performance-led financial rewards at a workplace where you can shape the future, win as a team and grow with us.

About the role

What you'll do here :

• Conduct automated and manual penetration tests on a variety of target types (web and mobile applications, APIs, infrastructure, etc.) in complex environments.
• Coordinate and ensure the quality of penetration tests performed by external firms.
• Identify, document, and present vulnerabilities and cybersecurity issues.
• Develop suggestions for patches and mitigation controls aligned with best practices and actionable.
• Collaborate with development and infrastructure management teams to address security vulnerabilities.

What you bring to the table :

• Passionate about cybersecurity and adhere to the concepts of "ethical hacking."
• Autonomous, responsible, and able to lead multiple projects simultaneously while effectively managing priorities.
• Able to analyze complex problems and explain them in simple terms.
• Accustomed to working in a team, collaborating by sharing your ideas and experience, and taking initiatives to develop the skills of your team members.
• At least 10 years in a role related to offensive security and penetration testing, including at least 5 years as a technical leader.

You have experience :

• In penetration testing on web and mobile applications, APIs, systems and networks, in black, gray, and white box modes, in on-premises, cloud (AWS, Azure, GCP, etc.), and hybrid infrastructures.
• Using attack simulation tools to evaluate the effectiveness of existing controls.
• Creating environments from which to conduct penetration testing while minimizing risks in a regulated organization.
• Developing tools to test vulnerabilities described in articles and online resources, and developing exploits.
• In creating work methods based on penetration testing standards (OWASP, CWE, CVE, CVSS, NIST, MITRE ATT&CK, etc.).
• In operationalizing Critical Threat Intelligence (CTI) reports in penetration tests.
• In assessing ("scoping") the complexity of a penetration test in terms of time and effort and in identifying attack vectors to prioritize based on risks.
• With penetration testing logistics (planning, defining scope and requirements, authorizations, communications and escalations, legal considerations, etc.)
• With bug bounty programs.
• For candidates located in Quebec, bilingualism is required considering the necessity to interact on a regular basis with English-speaking colleagues across the country.
• No Canadian work experience required, but authorization to work in Canada is required.

LI-Hybrid

What we offer

Our hybrid work model provides the balance between working from home and enjoying meaningful in-person interactions.

Working here means you'll be empowered to be and do your best every day. Here is some of what you can expect as a permanent member of our team :

A financial rewards program that recognizes your success

An industry leading Employee Share Purchase Plan; we match 50% of net shares purchased

An extensive flex pension and benefits package, with access to virtual healthcare

Possibility to purchase up to 5 extra days off per year

An annual wellness account that promotes an active and healthy lifestyle

Access to tools and resources to support physical and mental health, embracing change and connecting with colleagues

A dynamic workplace learning ecosystem complete with learning journeys, interactive online content, and inspiring programs

Inclusive employee-led networks to educate, inspire, amplify voices, build relationships and provide development opportunities

Inspiring leaders and colleagues who will lift you up and help you grow

A Community Impact program, because what you care about is a part of what makes you different. And how you contribute to your community should be just as unique.

We are an equal opportunity employer

At Intact, our Value of respect is founded on seeing diversity as a strength. We strive to create an accessible workplace where employees feel valued, included and encouraged to share their unique perspectives.

We encourage applications from individuals who are members of equity-deserving groups, including but not limited to women, Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities, Black people, and members of the 2SLGBTQI+ community.

As part of Intact’s commitment to reconciliation, we acknowledge that we work, meet and travel across the land currently called Canada, originally inhabited by First Nations, Metis and Inuit people. This history extends through many centuries and continues to evolve today.

We have policies to ensure equal access and participation for people with disabilities, including providing workplace adjustments (accommodations). A copy of applicable policies is available on request.

If we can provide a specific adjustment to make the recruitment process more accessible for you, please let us know when we reach out about a job opportunity. We’ll work with you to meet your needs.

Learn more about our recruitment process and your candidate journey here.

If you are an employee of Intact or belairdirect, please apply for this role on Internal Career Site.

J-18808-Ljbffr

Create a job alert for this search

Security Specialist • Toronto, ON, Canada