SOC DevOps Specialist

Fortinet; Burnaby; On-site; CAD 101,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A global cybersecurity leader is looking for a SOC DevOps Engineer in Burnaby. This role involves contributing to SOAR automation, maintaining SOC technologies, and monitoring infrastructure. Ideal candidates should have experience with various security technologies, cloud environments, and scripting. Strong communication skills are essential, along with a Bachelor's degree in a related field. The position offers competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package.

Benefits

100% company paid medical, dental, and vision coverage

Employee & Family Assistance Plan

Competitive Paid Time Off

Equity program participation

Qualifications

• Experience in SOC operations and Incident Response lifecycle.
• Hands-on experience with Security technologies like Firewalls, SIEM, EDR, NDR is a bonus.
• Security certifications such as CISSP, CEH, GSEC are a plus.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to SOAR automation playbook development life cycle.
• Setup and maintain SOC technologies for daily operations.
• Monitor SOC technologies and infrastructure.

Skills

Security products and technologies

Service management processes

Multi-tenant environment

Private cloud technologies

Reporting tools

Security technologies (SIEM, SOAR)

SOAR platforms expertise

Linux and Bash scripting

Python scripting

Incident detection & response workflows

Layered security understanding

Network concepts

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field

Tools

FortiAnalyzer

FortiSIEM

FortiSOAR

PostgreSQL

Job description

Join Fortinet, a cybersecurity pioneer with over two decades of excellence, as we continue to shape the future of cybersecurity and redefine the intersection of networking and security. At Fortinet, our mission is to safeguard people, devices, and data everywhere. Fortinet is looking for a SOC DevOps Engineer to join SOCTeam in the Burnaby office.

Job Duties

• Contribute to SOAR automation playbook development life cycle including test and release
• Setup and maintain SOC technologies such as FortiAnalyzer, FortiSIEM and FortiSOAR for daily operations
• Monitor SOC technologies and infrastructure for availability and security
• Debug Fortinet products’ issues and collaborate with product Dev/QA teams
• Maintain staging environment and performing required tests
• Support SOC team with threat detection development, test and release
• Create queries and reports using PostgreSQL for SOC triage, threat hunting and other purposes

Required Technical Skills & Experience

• Experience with Security products and technologies; Fortinet products are a bonus
• Experience with service management processes like Configuration, Change and Incident management
• Experience with multi-tenant environment and related designs and architecture
• Hands‑on experience with private cloud technologies
• Hands‑on experience with reporting tools; PostgreSQL experience is a bonus
• Hands‑on experience with Security technologies such as SIEM and SOAR
• Expertise in any of top SOAR platforms (FortiSOAR is preferred)
• Hands‑on experience with Linux and Bash scripting
• Hands‑on experience with Python scripting and API programming; QA and DevOps experience is a bonus
• Understanding of SOC operations and Incident Response lifecycle
• Security Knowledge: Understanding of incident detection & response workflows, threat intelligence, and attacker TTPs
• Understanding of layered security at data, OS and network levels
• Understanding of network concepts, common protocols and services
• Understanding and hands‑on experience with security products like Firewalls, SIEM, EDR, NDR is a bonus
• Knowledge of SDLC lifecycle and hands‑on experience with CI/CD pipelines and tooling is a bonus

Required Soft Skills

• Team player, solution-focused, strong conflict management skills
• Multi-tasking, time and stress management skills
• Self‑directed, takes initiative, open to new challenges and learning opportunities
• Understands the importance of discipline, consistency, collaboration and communication
• Good verbal and written communication skills

Educational & Certification Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Security, or related field
• Security certifications are a bonus (e.g., CISSP, CEH, GSEC, GCIA, GCFA, etc.)

About Our Team

Join our team, known for its collaborative ethos, working seamlessly with global customers, internal engineering teams and product development groups. Our team culture emphasizes continuous learning, innovation, and a strong commitment to customer satisfaction. We embrace Fortinet’s core values of openness, teamwork and innovation, fostering an environment where team members support each other, share knowledge, and leverage AI to solve complex technical challenges. Our inclusive and dynamic team thrives on collaboration and is driven by the shared goal of maintaining Fortinet’s high standards of excellence in cybersecurity solutions.

Why Join Us

We encourage candidates from all backgrounds and identities to apply. We offer a supportive work environment and a competitive Total Rewards package to support you with your overall health and financial well‑being. Embark on a challenging, enjoyable, and rewarding career journey with Fortinet. Join us in bringing solutions that make a meaningful and lasting impact to our 660,000+ customers around the globe.

The Canada base salary range for this full‑time position is expected to be between $101,600 – $124,200 annually. Wage ranges are based on various factors including the labour market, job type, and job level. Exact salary offers will be determined by factors such as the candidate’s subject knowledge, skill level, qualifications, and experience.

Fortinet strives to provide you and your family with a comprehensive benefits package. Benefits eligibility starts on your first day of hire and comprises of 100% company paid medical, dental, and vision coverage, including a Health Spending Account and a Personal Spending Account that gives you flexibility to spend where you need it the most. Our Employee & Family Assistance Plan (EFAP) offers you and your family access to various services like counseling, legal advice, mental health resources etc. We also provide critical illness, disability, and life insurance, as well as a Group Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP) with a company match to help you save faster for retirement. We offer competitive Paid Time Off and flexible leave policies, including paid health days, to help you take care of yourself and your family members.

All roles are eligible to participate in the Fortinet equity program. Bonus eligibility is reviewed at time of hire and annually at the Company’s discretion.