Senior Engineer, Cybersecurity (Network Security)

NielsenIQ; Toronto; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading data analytics firm in Toronto is seeking a Cybersecurity expert to lead the design and implementation of secure infrastructure solutions. With a focus on collaboration and mentorship, this role offers opportunities for career advancement in a supportive and diverse environment. Candidates should have 5–8 years of relevant experience and a strong command of English.

Benefits

Flexible working environment

Professional development resources

Collaborative work environment

Opportunity for career advancement

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5–8 years of experience in Cybersecurity and/or IT.
• Proven track record of secure infrastructure solutions.
• Strong command of spoken and written English.

Responsibilities

• Lead design and implementation of secure infrastructure.
• Drive initiatives to strengthen security posture.
• Collaborate to deliver security solutions.

Skills

Cybersecurity expertise

Network Security

Risk management

Communication skills

Job description

Overview

Employer Industry: Data Analytics and Consumer Insights

Why consider this job opportunity

• Flexible working environment
• Opportunity for career advancement and growth within the organization
• Supportive and collaborative work environment
• Chance to mentor and uplift junior engineers
• Participate in a company committed to diversity and inclusion
• Access to professional development resources, including LinkedIn Learning

Responsibilities

• Lead the design and implementation of secure, scalable infrastructure solutions that align with security and compliance objectives
• Serve as a trusted subject matter expert, driving initiatives to strengthen security posture and advance engineering maturity
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver security solutions that effectively manage risk
• Champion automation, observability, and engineering best practices to enhance security infrastructure
• Proactively identify and mitigate risks, leading root cause analyses for long-term improvements

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5–8 years of experience in Cybersecurity and/or Information Technology (IT)
• Proven track record of designing and implementing secure infrastructure solutions in complex enterprise environments
• Expertise in Networking and Network Security Cybersecurity domains
• Strong command of spoken and written English for effective communication with a global workforce
• Working knowledge of the CIS framework and risk management practices

Preferred Qualifications

• Relevant industry certifications (e.g., ISC2, GIAC) are a plus
• Demonstrated leadership in coaching and mentoring junior engineers
• Hands-on experience with network analysis and security tools

Related topics

• #DataAnalytics
• #Cybersecurity
• #ConsumerInsights
• #CareerOpportunity
• #DiversityAndInclusion

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