SOC Infrastructure Specialist

Fortinet; Burnaby; On-site; CAD 83,000 - 102,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading cybersecurity company located in Metro Vancouver is seeking to hire an experienced professional to support the design and upkeep of its Security Operations Center (SOC) infrastructure. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in network and security technologies, complemented by hands-on experience with Fortinet products. This role offers a competitive salary, comprehensive health benefits starting from day one, and participation in the company's equity program. Join us to advance your career while ensuring IT security excellence.

Benefits

100% company-paid medical, dental, and vision coverage

Employee & Family Assistance Plan

Group Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP) with company match

Competitive Paid Time Off

Flexible leave policies

Qualifications

• Hands-on experience with firewalls, SIEM, and SOAR.
• Familiarity with OpenStack and cloud environments.
• Knowledge of SOC operations and incident response.

Responsibilities

• Support design and upkeep of SOC infrastructure.
• Help configure Fortinet products.
• Monitor SOC infrastructure performance.

Skills

Network and security technologies

Cloud environment design

Linux operating systems

Multitasking and time management

Bash and Python scripting

Effective communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Security, or related

Tools

FortiAnalyzer

FortiSOAR

FortiWeb

Job description

Job Duties

• Support the design, deployment, and upkeep of SOC infrastructure on private cloud.
• Help configure and maintain Fortinet Fabric products, including FortiAnalyzer, FortiSOAR, and FortiWeb.
• Facilitate customer onboarding and troubleshoot data collection issues.
• Monitor the performance, capacity, and security of SOC infrastructure.
• Contribute to the creation and maintenance of standard operating procedures (SOPs) and knowledge management resources.
• Aid in the development of automation processes and SOAR playbooks.
• Collaborate with various product teams to address challenges related to SOC technologies.
• Coordinate with the product Dev/QA teams to prepare and test new firmware releases.

Required Technical Skills & Experiences

• Proficient in network and security technologies, with hands‑on experience in firewalls, SIEM, and SOAR; familiarity with Fortinet products is preferred.
• Experienced in designing and configuring private and public cloud environments, with a preference for knowledge of OpenStack.
• Solid grasp of IT service management processes, including configuration, change, capacity, and incident management.
• Hands‑on experience with Linux operating systems, with desirable skills in Bash and Python scripting.
• Knowledgeable about SOC operations and the Incident Response Life Cycle, with prior experience in a SOC environment preferred.
• Familiar with layered security principles across data, OS, and network levels.
• Understanding of network concepts, protocols, and services.
• Familiarity with the Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC) and software build management practices.

Required Soft Skills

• Collaborative team player with a strong focus on solutions and effective conflict resolution skills.
• Proficient in multitasking and managing time and stress effectively.
• Self‑motivated and proactive, demonstrating a willingness to embrace new challenges and learning opportunities.
• Values discipline, consistency, and effective communication in all interactions.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Educational & Certification Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Security, or a related discipline.

The Canada base salary range for this full-time position is expected to be between $83,000 - $102,000 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.