Networking and Cybersecurity Technician

We're looking for a talented, first level networking and cybersecurity technician.

Reporting to the Director of Technology, you will be responsible for providing technical support to the organization's internal users and customers, resolving routine IT problems and maintaining IT systems and peripherals. There may also be opportunities for advancement.

**WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU**:

- **Learning opportunities**:You'll have access to company-paid trainings to keep up with the latest technologies
- **Career development**: Once your probationary period is over, you will have the opportunity to progress and take on more network responsibilities, depending on your skills and passion
- **Collaborative work environment** You'll be surrounded by passionate, talented experts, ready to share their knowledge with you
- **A corporate culture focused on well-being**:We offer competitive benefits, a friendly working environment, and the possibility of working remotely
- **A competitive salary**:based on your experience and skills

**WHAT YOU WILL DO WITH US**:

- Monitoring company security systems and reporting any suspicious activity
- Regular monitoring of vulnerabilities and updates
- Help implement cybersecurity strategies, including firewall management, anti-virus and anti-spam, SIEM, intrusion detection solutions, and more
- Assist with configuration, troubleshooting, and incident resolution
- Participate in penetration tests and security audits
- Management of computer installations and updates (preparation and distribution)
- Preparation of equipment for users and customers
- IT inventory management
- Document management (user guides, technical and follow-up documentation, contractual and standards agreements (ISO 27001)
- User support, troubleshooting, employee training, and coaching

**PROFILE REQUIRED**:

- AEC/DEC in computer networking and/or cybersecurity. Level of experience ranging from graduates of a networking and/or cybersecurity training program to a few years of relevant and related experience
- Knowledge of the following:

- **Operating system**:proven knowledge of Windows 11, Windows server 2019-22 and Linux
- **Microsoft 365**knowledge is a plus
- **Artificial intelligence**:interested in establishing a security framework
- **Scripting **ability or interest in optimizing/automating systems using scripts or other solutions
- **Équipements**assembly, diagnosis and repair
- Analytical and synthesizing skills
- Excellent writing skills
- Excellent communication skills and ability to work effectively with multidisciplinary teams
- Flexibility and commitment
- Reside in the metropolitan area for in-person work (at least 2 days/week)
- Bilingualism (spoken and written French, functional spoken English)

**WHO WE ARE**

**_ Ad hoc research_** is a well known and recognized player in market research. Founded in 1984 over a beer by two HEC Montréal students, _HEC Montréal_, **_Ad hoc_** Ad hoc is first and foremost the fruit of a shared passion for discovering insights. Now, almost 40 years later, we have 90 permanent employees, 150 on-call staff and a firm that has kept its start-up spirit.

Over the years, we've built a company where professionals from different backgrounds and fields of expertise can come together to make a real difference. We work across the country on mandates as varied as video game development, customer experience in retail chains, advertising effectiveness for major brands and the image of financial institutions. We serve major clients such as Sobeys, Desjardins, Bell, RONA, L'Oréal, Hydro-Québec, Ubisoft, Loto-Québec, the SAQ, and many others. _Sobeys, Desjardins, Bell, RONA, L’Oréal, Hydro-Québec, Ubisoft, Loto-Québec_, la _SAQ_ et bien d’autres.

**Take a step towards a rewarding career and let your talent shine **We look forward to meeting you.