Senior Cybersecurity Operations Specialist
Basis:
Permanent - Full Time
Area of Interest:
Technical Operations
Locations:
Oakville, ON
Develop and maintain the overarching strategy for Geotab's cybersecurity program, ensuring it aligns with organizational goals.
Take full ownership of cybersecurity incidents from identification through resolution, including conducting post-incident reviews to identify areas for improvement.
Employ advanced analytic techniques to predict future security threats and vulnerabilities, and take proactive measures to mitigate risk.
Regularly review and update Geotab's security policies, procedures, and frameworks to reflect both current and emerging threats.
Serve as the senior liaison between the security operations team and other departments, ensuring seamless communication and collaboration on security initiatives.
Participate and be an SME in internal and external security audits, ensuring compliance with industry standards and regulations.
Spearhead the development and maintenance of critical documentation, including but not limited to, Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), Incident Response Plans, and Disaster Recovery Plans.
Deliver high-level, technical briefings to stakeholders on the state of the cybersecurity landscape, ensuring they are apprised of risks, incidents, and preventive measures.
Identify gaps in current security tools, systems, and processes, and work to source or develop solutions.
Conduct and oversee risk assessments for existing and new technologies, systems, and business processes, providing strategic recommendations for improvement.
Lead or participate in special projects related to cybersecurity, including but not limited to, the evaluation and deployment of new security technologies.
Provide technical mentorship and guidance to junior analysts, developing their capabilities and overseeing their day-to-day responsibilities.
5-8 years experience in security operations/analysis, within a technology-focused industry.
Post-Secondary Diploma/Degree specialization in Computer Science, Engineering or a related field.
Professional certification in Information Security from a reputable institution highly valued. Example: CISSP, GSEC, OSCP, GCIA, CCSP, GCFA, GCIH, GCP, AWS
Experience and understanding in use of various security tools, such as EDR and SIEM technologies.
Experience in Python, Javascript, or other programming languages is a benefit (but not required).
Experience using Bigquery, SQL, and regex is highly valued.
Experience with cloud computing platforms such as AWS and GCP is a benefit.
High accuracy and meticulous attention to detail.
Able to work well under pressure and respond to fast changing priorities and deadlines.
Highly organized and able to manage multiple tasks and projects simultaneously.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Strong analytical skills with the ability to problem-solve to well-judged decisions.
A strong team-player with the ability to engage with all levels of the organization.
Technical competence using software programs, including, but not limited to, Google Suite for business (Sheets, Docs, Slides).
Entrepreneurial mindset and comfortable in a flat organization.