Spécialiste sécurité de l'infrastructure / Infrastructure Security Specialist

Date Posted: 2025-02-21

Country: Canada

Location: LOC13052 1000 Boul Marie Victorin, Longueuil, Quebec, J4G 1A1, Canada

Job Title: Infrastructure Security Specialist

About Pratt & Whitney Canada

Pratt & Whitney Canada (P&WC) is a global leader in the aerospace industry, headquartered in Longueuil, Quebec. We manufacture next-generation engines that power the world’s largest fleet of business, general aviation, and regional aircraft and helicopters.

For nearly 100 years, we have pioneered advancements in engine development, supporting cargo and equipment transportation, wildfire suppression, and passenger travel.

An Employer of Choice

Pratt & Whitney Canada was recognized as one of Canada’s Top 10 Employers in 2025 by Forbes and ranked #1 in the aerospace and defense industry in the country. Our headquarters is also listed among the top employers in the Montreal region. These accolades reinforce our reputation as an employer of choice in Montreal, Canada, and worldwide.

Why join the team?

The Infrastructure Security Specialist is responsible for designing, implementing, managing, and monitoring the organization’s network and server security protocols. This role ensures the integrity, confidentiality, and availability of data across various infrastructure layers and is essential in safeguarding the organization’s critical assets from cyber threats. The ideal candidate possesses a strong background in network and infrastructure security, understands compliance frameworks, and has hands-on experience with security tools and technologies.

What will your day-to-day look like?

• Network Security: Design and maintain secure network architectures; monitor and secure LAN, WAN, VPN, firewall, and other network devices to prevent unauthorized access.
• Infrastructure Hardening: Ensure that servers, databases, and other IT infrastructure components are configured securely, applying best practices and compliance requirements.
• Monitoring and Detection: Implement and manage security monitoring tools, SIEM solutions, IDS/IPS, and threat detection systems to identify vulnerabilities, suspicious activities, or breaches.
• Vulnerability Management: Conduct regular vulnerability assessments, penetration testing, and patch management processes to reduce risk exposures.
• Incident Response: Develop and implement incident response plans and procedures; respond to security breaches, conduct root-cause analysis, and implement necessary remediation.
• Compliance & Governance: Ensure that all infrastructure security practices align with regulatory standards (e.g., ISO 27001, NIST, GDPR, HIPAA).
• Access Control: Manage identity and access management (IAM) policies, including privileged access management, to safeguard against unauthorized access to critical systems.
• Documentation: Maintain thorough and up-to-date security documentation, including network diagrams, configuration details, and response protocols.
• Collaboration: Work closely with IT and DevOps teams to integrate security practices within development and deployment processes.

What do you need to be successful?

Required Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in information security, Computer Science, or a related field. A Master’s degree is a plus.
• Experience: 5+ years of experience in IT infrastructure security, network security, or a related field.
• Certifications: Relevant certifications (e.g., CISSP, CEH, CCSP, CompTIA Security+, CISM) are highly desirable.

Technical Skills

• Proficient in network security principles, protocols, and technologies (firewalls, VPNs, IPS/IDS).
• Strong knowledge of operating systems security (Windows, Linux) and virtualization environments.
• Hands-on experience with SIEM tools, EDR, and vulnerability management platforms.
• Familiarity with cloud security (Azure, AWS) and hybrid infrastructure models.
• Understanding of security frameworks and compliance standards (ISO, NIST, PCI-DSS).

This position is part of a French-speaking work environment; it requires a very good knowledge of English to read and understand, daily, documentation and technical terms that may emanate from international organizations, as well as to write and communicate in English with customers, suppliers or international colleagues.

This position has been designated as ‘onsite’, with regular in-person work at our premises.

What do we offer?

• Pension and savings plan with employer contributions
• Group insurance program
• Opportunities for advancement (career progression)
• Merit or recognition program
• Health and wellness program, including virtual health care
• Recreational and sports club
• Nearby daycares
• Transportation accessibility or public transit program and free parking

Working at Pratt & Whitney Canada

The masculine pronoun is used without discrimination and solely for the purpose of making the text easier to read. We will consider applications from all qualified candidates.

At Pratt & Whitney Canada, we combine passion, boldness, and precision to design, manufacture, and maintain the most advanced and reliable aircraft engines in the world. Our work and the quality of our products contribute to the success of our customers, who in turn save lives, support commerce, connect communities, and protect freedoms.

At Pratt & Whitney Canada, you have the opportunity to make a difference every day—just look up. Are you ready to go beyond?

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