Security Platform Engineer - EDR, Proxy

Sun Life • Toronto, ON

5d • CA$65,000 - CA$105,000 • Hybrid

About The Position

The successful candidate will join a growing security platform team working in an agile environment. They must possess the technical ability to plan, deploy, and manage a diverse range of security technologies that monitor and protect sensitive data and systems from infiltration and cyber-attacks. This role is crucial for maintaining and enhancing the organization's security posture.

Requirements

• 3-4 years of experience in information technology.
• A minimum of 3 years of experience in the information security field.
• An Information Technology University degree/college diploma in related discipline(s) or equivalent work experience, and/or 5 years experience in Information Technology.
• 3+ years in security IT industry experience.
• Experience with Endpoint Security Solutions such as CrowdStrike, Netskope, Semperis.
• Experience designing secure networks and endpoint systems.
• Experience planning, researching, and developing security policies, standards, and procedures.
• Experience in a system administration role supporting multiple platforms and applications.
• Experience with Windows and Linux based operating systems.

Nice To Haves

• Professional designation in IT security (such as CISM, CISSP, CISA, GIAC, AWS or CompTIA) preferred.

Responsibilities

• Supporting and managing existing security technologies such as CrowdStrike, Netskope, and Semperis.
• Working on security initiatives and enterprise-level projects, performing proof of technology/concept asks.
• Implementing new security controls and capabilities into existing technologies.
• Deploying, supporting, and maintaining new security technologies and platforms.
• Being part of a 24x7 on-call support team and participating in major incident management calls for support and consultation.
• Continuously improving operational and security platform process activities.
• Ensuring smooth transition and operationalization of projects, including developing RACI documents and educating BAU teams.
• Documenting, updating, and maintaining cyber security playbooks, policies, and knowledge base articles for Incident Management and CSIRT processes.

Benefits

• Flex hours and Flexible hybrid work model including in-country work-from-home if you prefer.
• Competitive salary and bonus structure influenced by market range data.
• 15 days vacation per year plus 5 care days and an innovative sabbatical program.
• Pension, stock, and savings programs to help build and enhance your future financial security.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree