Cyber Security Specialist (SOC)

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Because we believe connections unite us, possibilities fuel us, and moments define us.

As we grow our team, the well-being of our team members remains our top priority. To ensure the health and safety of our team members, including those in the recruitment process, our team members are working from home, and are equipped to do so safely and efficiently.

The Rogers Information and Cyber Security Unit is seeking a highly motivated Cyber Security Specialist to join our Cyber Protection Centre. This role is responsible for maintaining and advancing our existing cybersecurity program through the continual review and development of Rogers's cybersecurity strategy and security incident response procedures. This role is equivalent to a SOC Tier 1 specialist. Reporting to the Sr. Manager, Cyber Incident Response and Intelligence, the incumbent will be tasked with providing support to Rogers’ cyber incident response function, which includes the identification and application of threat intelligence information.

Summary of Essential Job Functions:

• Providing first-line response and initial management of any new or developing cybersecurity-related issues including participation in on-call rotation.
• Enhanced level triage and assessment of security events to determine the risk to the business.
• Utilizing “kill chain” methodologies, effectively determine risk prioritized response, investigate security events, and make clear recommendations on mitigation.
• Review and interpret alerts, events, and system alarms using SIEM, other tools, behavioral analytics, and network analysis while providing evolved emergency response services, incident management and analysis.
• Respond to service provider network attacks affecting critical network infrastructure and the cloud environments.
• Produce detailed incident reports and technical briefs on security incidents and preparing executive risk-based metrics reports based on the MITRE ATT&CK model.
• Participate and contribute to post incidents reviews and documentation.
• Identify and report on threat intelligence from external & internal resources and use to apply risk based assessments.
• Investigation of security events to determine root cause.
• Tracking and reporting of events and investigations.
• Contribute to security projects, meetings, and ad-hoc requests.

Required Skills and Experience:

• 1-3 years + applied technical experience.
• Expertise in Kill Chain Methodology & Cyber Threat Intelligence Framework is an asset.
• Experience with forensic tools and methodologies is required
• Scripting (Powershell, Bash, Perl, Python) knowledge/experience a bonus.
• Direct experience with developing security metrics, KRIs and KPIs for leadership team.
• Strong knowledge of Clouds, Service provider/ Telecom infrastructure, virtual environments, web applications and APIs
• Working knowledge of TCP/IP networking, including routing and common ports/protocols.
• Proficiency with large data manipulation tools ie, Excel, DBs, Open Source, and Linux tools
• Demonstrated relevant experience as a key member of threat intel, incident response, malware analysis, or similar role.
• Strong knowledge of malware families and network attack vectors.
• Strong knowledge of Linux, Windows system internals.
• Understanding of payment card processing, related fraud, and carding techniques.
• Self-motivated individual with a 'will do' attitude and a strong desire for continuous process improvement.
• Proven ability to work in a stressful or crisis situation.
• Ability to drive things, work well both independently and in a team environment.
• Ability to clearly articulate risk & findings to internal clients both verbally and in written form.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and relationship skills.
• Strong organizational, time management, and multi-tasking skills.
• Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP) or Certified Information Security Manager (CISM) certification is good to have.
• Ability to obtain security clearance (if required).
• Undergraduate degree in computer science, engineering, information science, or a related technical discipline.

As a condition of hire, all new employees will be required to provide proof of vaccinations against COVID 19. Any request for an exception under Human Rights legislation must be supported by evidence to be considered by Rogers on a case by case basis.

Please click here to review conditions that may qualify for medical exemption to the COVID-19 vaccine.

Schedule: Full time
Shift: Day
Length of Contract: Not Applicable (Regular Position)
Work Location: 8200 Dixie Road (101), Brampton, ON
Travel Requirements: None
Posting Category/Function: Technology & Information Technology
Requisition ID: 247739
 
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1. Our people are at the heart of our success
2. Our customers come first. They inspire everything we do
3. We do what’s right, each and every day
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5. We work as one team, with one vision
6. We give back to our communities and protect our environment

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Posting Notes:  Digital & Technology