TekStaff's Client has a current vacancy for a IT Security Advisor.

Pay Rate Range: $55 - $68

Job Description

This is a 6 month contract located in Scarbrough, ON/ Hybrid (2 days/ week)

Candidate Requirements/Must Have Skills:

1. 8+ years of working experience as an IT Security Analyst / Security Advisor

2. 5+ years’ recent hands-on experience with cloud security controls and experience in deployments and cloud architecture security (GCP and Azure preferred)

3. 5+ years’ hands-on experience with security controls/mechanisms and threat/risk assessment techniques pertaining to complex data, application, and networking environments

4. 5+ years’ combined experience with security technologies such as: Identify & Access Management, PKI, Intrusion Prevention, vulnerability assessments (any are OK please list which)

Nice-To-Have Skills:

1. Experience with client is a strong preference so they are familiar with systems

2. Experience with/knowledge of financial services’ Security Governance Framework (policies and standards) is a strong asset.

3. Experience with Agile, Lean, Rapid Labs and other accelerated project frameworks would be an asset.

4. Security Certifications: CISSP, CCSP, GSEC, CISA, CISM, etc.

5. Experience with regulatory guidelines related to the financial industry like OSFI.

Soft Skills Required:

• Must have advanced verbal and written communication skills in English, especially report writing ability.
• Proven ability to meet deadlines for multiple assignments and adapt quickly to changing priorities.

Education

• College or university degree in Computer Sciences, Information Systems/Security or technical equivalent.

Security Certifications: CISSP, CCSP, GSEC, CISA, CISM, etc. an asset

TekStaff may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools as part of the applicant screening process. However, applications will also be reviewed by a member of our Recruitment team to ensure a fair and thorough assessment.