Position: Senior IT Security Specialist who is a well-rounded security generalist with deep hands-on technical expertise, and who
Location: Montreal
Our Saskatoon client has an Outstanding Opportunity for a Permanent Senior IT Security Specialist who is a well-rounded security generalist with deep hands-on technical expertise, and who thrives in a collaborative environment where both mentoring and execution are essential.
Must Have:
• Minimum 10 years as an IT Security Specialist
• Experience in cloud security configuration (GCP, Azure)
• Strong knowledge of security architecture principles
• Hands-on experience configuring and maintaining tools such as SIEM, PAM, SWG, CASB, EDR, and antimalware platforms
Nice-to-Have:
• CISSP or other relevant security certifications
• Strong communication skills with the ability to explain risks clearly.
• Generalist-level understanding of security concepts across multiple domains.
• Willingness to learn new technologies.
• Experience balancing operational and project work (approx. 50/50).
Responsibilities:
• Provide technical security expertise to IT projects and business projects
• Conduct security reviews of new applications (on-premises and cloud)
• Support governance and compliance activities (e.g., security baselines, change reviews)
• Maintain and enhance existing security tools and solutions.
• Implement new security technologies and process improvements.
• Review and approve security-related changes.
• Mentor junior and intermediate team members.
You'll be taken care of:
• Enjoy a strong total rewards package, including:
• Competitive compensation with base + variable pay
• Flexible health, dental, vision, plus Health & Personal Spending Accounts
• Fixed benefits (life, AD&D, disability) and paid vacation
• Employee & Family Assistance Program
• RRSP and RPP matching
• Career development opportunities
• Relocation support for eligible candidates