Cyber Security Operations Specialist
About the position
Inspirational, innovative and entrepreneurial - this is how we describe our empowered teams. Combine your passion with purpose and join a culture that is thriving in the face of change. Make an impact with our Technology - Cyber Security team as a Cyber Security Operations Specialist. This diverse team of tech-savvy problem solvers enables MNP to take a proactive and prepared approach to cyber crime and capitalize on new technologies and innovations. As a trusted advisor, you’ll investigate threats, develop policies and enhance infrastructure to minimize the impact of security-related events to protect MNP's business operations and reputation. MNP is proudly Canadian. Providing business strategies and solutions, we are a leading national accounting, tax and business advisory firm in Canada. Entrepreneurial to our core, our talented team members transcend obstacles into opportunities and are successfully transforming mid-market business practices.
Responsibilities
- Analyze and investigate security alerts generated by various security tools and platforms
- Respond promptly to security incidents, assess the impact, and implement appropriate countermeasures
- Proactively search for signs of malicious activity within the organization's network and systems
- Conduct digital forensics to determine the scope, nature, and impact of security incidents
- Document findings and provide detailed reports for further analysis and remediation
- Plan and maintain user security awareness training and testing
- Monitor assets vulnerability posture and collaborate with IT teams on remediating findings
- Participate in the development and enhancement of incident response plans and operational procedures
- Collaborate with other teams to prevent, contain, and eradicate security threats
- Maintain in good state and optimize security policy enforcement and monitoring systems to ensure maximum effectiveness
- Respond to ServiceNow inquiries and requests from the users and various IT teams regarding policy conflicts and technical issues
- Stay updated on the latest cyber security trends and technologies and recommend security controls alignment
Requirements
- At least 5 years of progressive experience in Cyber Security
- Ability to learn new technologies and adapt to evolving requirements
- Strong communication, collaboration, and influencing skills
- Extensive experience in investigating security alerts, threat hunting, and conducting post-breach forensic investigations
- Demonstrate application of knowledge in networking security and IT infrastructure administration to mitigate cyber risk
- Proficiency in using various enterprise-grade and open-source cyber security tools and technologies
- Demonstrable knowledge of IT infrastructure and services, including cloud-based, strong troubleshooting skills
- Proven ability to lead small process improvement projects, initiatives and deliver results on time
- Completion of GIAC, EC-Council, ISC2 or other equivalent cyber security certification is required
Nice-to-haves
- Skills in automating security responses with SOAR, scripts, AI agents is considered an asset
Benefits
- generous base pay
- vacation time
- 4 paid personal days
- a group pension plan with 4% matching
- voluntary savings products
- bonus programs
- flexible benefits
- mental health resources
- exclusive access to perks and discounts
- professional development assistance
- MNP University
- a flexible ‘Dress For Your Day’ environment
- firm sponsored social events
