Cyber Security Specialist 0075-0512

3 weeks ago


Toronto, Canada Foilcon Full time

**Experience required**:

- 7+ years of robust experience in a hands-on security role, supporting incident response, threat intelligence, secure architecture, and other security assurance activities.
- In-depth knowledge and experience with industry standards and security frameworks such as NIST 800-53, ISO/IEC 27001, CIS, Etc.
- Knowledge and experience working with SOC Audit reports, including SOC 2 Type 2.
- Extensive knowledge in cyber risk management frameworks, conducting threat risk assessments, and recommending mitigations to reduce or eliminate identified risks.
- Knowledge of cybersecurity concepts, including threats, vulnerabilities, security operations, cloud security, encryption, defense-in-depth, auditing, authentication, risk management, and has a track record of driving security solutions.
- Strong understanding of Cyber Kill Chain, MITRE ATT&CK, Diamond Model of Intrusion Analysis, and Indicators of Compromise (IOCs).
- Experience in developing and deploying security training and awareness campaigns across organizations.
- Strong interpersonal capabilities to effectively liaise with stakeholders ranging from technical teams to senior executives within the organization. Adeptness in understanding, managing, and aligning stakeholder expectations.
- Demonstrated experience in developing and maintaining comprehensive documentation. Strong technical and business writing capabilities.
- Agile responsiveness to evolving project dynamics, ability to pivot strategies based on emerging challenges or changes in project requirements.
- Solid experience in fostering and managing relationships with external vendors and ensuring optimal service levels and performance benchmarks are met.
- Exceptional written and oral communication skills, proficient in translating intricate technical details into clear, comprehensible insights for stakeholders irrespective of their technical aptitude.

**Deliverables**

The Senior Cyber Security Specialist is expected to play a pivotal role in the successful execution of a robust cyber security program. Their responsibilities and expectations encompass the following:

- Support the development of a comprehensive cybersecurity program tailored to the organization's specific needs, risk profile, and regulatory requirements.
- Create and maintain cybersecurity policies, procedures, and guidelines that align with industry best practices and standards.
- Conduct regular risk assessments to identify vulnerabilities and threats, and establish risk mitigation strategies and incident response plans.
- Ensure that the organization complies with all relevant cybersecurity regulations and standards.
- Support the development and delivery of cybersecurity training and awareness programs to educate employees on best practices.
- Establish and manage an effective incident response plan, including incident detection, containment, recovery, and post-incident analysis.
- Research and recommend cybersecurity tools, technologies, and solutions to enhance the security posture of the organization.
- Oversee third-party vendors and service providers to ensure their security measures align with the organization's standards.
- Coordinate and conduct regular security audits and assessments to evaluate the effectiveness of the cybersecurity program.
- Generate regular reports and documentation on the cybersecurity program's status, risks, and compliance.
- Defines, evaluates, and assesses security architecture requirements for system environments and IT projects.
- Ensures the incorporation of IT security and contingency measures in the development of systems.
- Support security projects and tasks within the agency as assigned.

**Desirable Qualifications**:

- Educational Background: A bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or related disciplines.
- Relevant professional certifications such as Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP), Certified Cloud Security Professional (CCSP), Systems Security Certified Practitioner (SSCP), CompTIA Security+, GIAC Certifications

**Must Haves**:

- This is a new security modernization project from OPS. Resource will be reviewing vendor security.
- Resource will need to have experience reviewing SOC 2 Type 2 documentation and writing recommendations for enhancements based on the report findings.
- Strong preferences for a resource with any one of these relevant certifications:

- Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP)
- Certified Cloud Security Professional (CCSP)
- Systems Security Certified Practitioner (SSCP)
- CompTIA Security+
- GIAC Certifications



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