Senior Cyber Security Specialist to enhance cyber security through implementation and monitorin[...]

S I Systems; Regina; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Cyber Security Specialist to enhance its cybersecurity posture. This full-time, onsite role focuses on implementing and monitoring advanced security controls across both on-premises and cloud environments. You will collaborate with teams to ensure compliance with industry standards while proactively identifying and mitigating security risks. Ideal candidates will have extensive experience in IT security operations and proficiency with tools like Microsoft Azure and Tenable One. Join a dynamic environment where your skills will make a significant impact on organizational security.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of hands-on experience in IT security or cybersecurity operations.
• Proven experience with Microsoft Azure and security monitoring tools.
• Strong familiarity with industry cybersecurity frameworks and standards.

Responsibilities

• Implement and monitor advanced security controls in on-prem and cloud environments.
• Conduct threat detection, analysis, and automated response activities.
• Prepare detailed incident reports and maintain security metrics.

Skills

IT security operations

cybersecurity operations

Microsoft Azure

Microsoft Defender suite

Microsoft Sentinel (SIEM)

PowerShell

JSON

Kusto Query (KQL)

Logic Apps

NIST standards

ISO/IEC 27001/27002

CSA standards

analytical skills

problem-solving skills

Education

Professional security certifications (CISSP, CISM, GIAC, etc.)

Tools

Tenable One

Job description

Senior Cyber Security Specialist to enhance cyber security through implementation and monitoring of advanced security controls across on prem and cloud environments.(1016532)

Our client is seeking a Senior Cyber Security Specialist to enhance cyber security through implementation and monitoring of advanced security controls across on prem and Azure cloud environments.(1016532)

Must Have

• Minimum 7 years of hands-on experience in IT security or cybersecurity operations, including security monitoring and incident response.
• Proven experience with Microsoft Azure, Microsoft Defender suite, Microsoft Sentinel (SIEM), and vulnerability management platforms (e.g., Tenable One).
• Proficiency in PowerShell, JSON, Kusto Query (KQL), Logic Apps, or a similar language.
• Strong familiarity with industry cybersecurity frameworks and standards (e.g., NIST, ISO/IEC 27001/27002, CSA standards).
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills for assessing complex systems and identifying security risks.
• Eligibility to obtain and maintain a Government of Canada Level II (Secret) Security Clearance.

Nice to Have

• Professional security certifications (e.g., CISSP, CISM, GIAC, Microsoft Certified: Azure Security Engineer Associate).
• Experience working in regulated/critical infrastructure industries (energy utilities, nuclear, etc.).
• Familiarity with SCADA/ICS environments.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, particularly in articulating cybersecurity risks to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.

Description

The client seeks a Senior Cyber Security Specialist to support strengthening their cybersecurity posture by implementing and monitoring advanced security controls in both on-premises and cloud environments. The specialist will ensure compliance with industry frameworks and proactively identify and mitigate cybersecurity risks. This full-time onsite role will involve collaborating across teams to enhance overall security effectiveness.

Responsibilities

• Implement and monitor advanced security controls in prem and cloud environments.
• Conduct threat detection, analysis, and automated response activities.
• Perform security monitoring and incident response.
• Analyze system logs, alerts, and forensic data across multiple sources.
• Prepare detailed incident reports and post-incident lessons-learned documentation.
• Produce vulnerability assessment and remediation tracking reports using Tenable One.
• Maintain and update security metrics and compliance reports (including Azure Secure Score).
• Develop and maintain cybersecurity documentation and updated security artifacts.