The Cyber Security Specialist will support and strengthen the overall cyber security posture through the implementation and monitoring of advanced security controls across on-premise and cloud environments. This role ensures compliance with industry-specific security frameworks and standards while proactively identifying and mitigating cybersecurity risks.
Location:Saskatchewan, Canada
Responsibilities:
- Implementing and monitoring advanced security controls.
- Ensuring compliance with industry-specific security frameworks and standards.
- Proactively identifying and mitigating cybersecurity risks.
- Conducting security incident investigations and providing detailed reports.
- Performing vulnerability assessments and remediation tracking.
- Developing and maintaining security posture metrics and compliance documentation.
- Updating cybersecurity artifacts, including security policies and network diagrams.
- Configuring and utilizing security tools for threat detection, analysis, and automated response.
- Analyzing system logs, alerts, and forensic data to identify and resolve security issues.
Required Skills & Certifications:
- University degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Information Security, or a related field, or equivalent experience.
- At least 5 years of hands-on experience in IT security or cybersecurity operations, including security monitoring and incident response.
- Proven experience with cloud and enterprise security technologies, specifically Microsoft Azure, Microsoft Defender suite, Microsoft Sentinel (SIEM), and vulnerability management platforms (such as 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 Cybersecurity Framework, ISO/IEC 27001/27002, and relevant CSA security standards).
- Knowledge of incident response methodologies and best practices.
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Must be eligible to obtain and maintain a Government of Canada Level II (Secret) Security Clearance.
Preferred Skills & Certifications:
- One or more relevant professional security certifications (e.g., CISSP, CISM, GIAC, Microsoft Certified: Azure Security Engineer Associate).
- Experience working in highly regulated or critical infrastructure environments (energy utilities, nuclear industry, etc.).
- Familiarity with the cybersecurity challenges and regulatory requirements of industrial or power systems (including SCADA/ICS environments).
- Strong verbal and written communication skills.
- Proven ability to work effectively in a collaborative team environment.Special Considerations:
- Must be on-site full-time in Regina, Sask.
Scheduling:
- 100% Utilization.