Information Security Specialist at UTM

Enhance security protocols as an Information Security Specialist at the University of Toronto Mississauga. Focus on optimizing systems and protecting data in a full-time role. The University of Toronto Mississauga is seeking an Information Security Specialist to support its security initiatives. This position, reporting to the Senior Manager, involves managing security tools such as SIEM and EDR. You will ensure compliance with security practices while collaborating with IT teams to address evolving threats. Key Responsibilities:

• Implement and optimize information security platforms
• Monitor security alerts and respond to suspicious activities
• Perform incident response during breaches or threats
• Configure and maintain various security tools
• Collaborate on security best practices across departments Requirements:
• University degree in Computer Science or related field
• Minimum 7 years of information security experience
• Proficiency in security tools like firewall and IDS/IPS
• Experience with scripting languages like Python
• Strong understanding of risk management and security frameworks Use your extensive security expertise to protect the UTM community's data and systems.