Senior Security Operations Analyst | |
| Job ID | D3-CA-6A-B6-80-B7 |
| Company | Payments Canada |
| Location | Ottawa |
| Province | Ontario |
| Date Posted | 2018-07-19 |
| Posted Until | 2018-08-02 |
| Job Type | Full-time |
| Job Category | Information Technology |
| Description | |
| Do you want to help shape Canada’s financial services industry? Who We Are The Canadian economy depends on the exchange of billions of dollars each day. Payments Canada is responsible for the clearing and settlement infrastructure, processes and rules essential to those transactions. Like a complex network of bridges and roads, Payments Canada connects. We connect with our system participants and stakeholders to promote value flow in the economy. And we connect payers and payees to meet the needs of Canadian businesses and consumers. In accordance with our mandate, Payments Canada also facilitates the interaction of our systems with other payment systems, both within Canada and internationally, and facilitates the development of new payment methods and technologies. Who You Are You are passionate about technology and security and how it connects to the organization and the broader industry. You have post-secondary education in Computer Science or related technical discipline, combined with a minimum of 5 years of experience with a broad range security solutions, appliances, and tools. You enjoy a fast-paced and dynamic environment, with the opportunity to collaborate and deliver innovative solutions. You are an experienced relationship builder and have a proven ability to communicate effectively. You have a “can-do” attitude and love being a subject matter expert. Your passion of learning and continuous improvement are evident in your work. The Position Reporting to the Manager, IT Infrastructure, the Senior Security Infrastructure Analyst is responsible for the management and administration of IT security technologies and technical security controls at Payments Canada. The incumbent acts as a lead for the ESAOG (Enterprise Security Advisory and Operations Group) and is responsible for security initiatives related to the identification, evaluation, and implementation of on premise and cloud technology used by Payments Canada. Responsibilities of the role include: • Creating and maintaining relevant configurations for Operating Systems images, security devices/technologies, along with documentation of processes and procedures. • Providing analysis and trending of security log data from various security devices and maintain up-to-date knowledge of the IT security industry, including awareness of new or revised security solutions, improved security processes related to IT Infrastructure, and the development of new attacks and threat vectors. • Recommending solutions to mitigate risk in any activity that potentially impacts the security of existing information technology and management. • Participate and represent IT Infrastructure in cross-functional teams to solve complex cybersecurity incident issues and communicate the analysis to clients and leadership. • Continuously enhance the Security Program and work with vendors and Infrastructure teams to build an auditable, measurable, and sustainable level of compliance. • Collaborating with Service Providers and PMO to help identify security-related items for Payments Canada and vendor-supported Systems, and provide Security guidance to new and ongoing infrastructure projects. • Provide expert technical advice in information security, participate in the design, planning and implementation of IT infrastructure in the organization. | |
| Experience | Education/Other Requirements • Post-secondary degree or diploma in a computer related discipline • Minimum of 5 years’ experience within a similar role • Experience in Vulnerability Management, Penetration Testing, Security Incident Management • Experience in System Administration (security aspects) • Experience with Security Information and Event Management (SIEM) systems • Experience with scripting language (Python/Perl/Shell/Powershell) • Experience with security frameworks and best practices such as ISO2700x and NIST • Valid criminal records check or eligibility to obtain • Government of Canada Level II Security Clearance or eligibility to obtain • Participation in an on-call support rotation, along with overtime and travel outside of the Ottawa area may be required |
| Languages | English |
| Work Settings | Payments Canada as an Employer Talent development is a priority at Payments Canada. Advancement of your skills and competencies is of mutual benefit to you as an individual and to us as an organization. Payments Canada will provide you with a team environment and organizational culture that will support continued growth and individual learning opportunities that progress you along a rewarding career path. We offer a competitive compensation package commensurate with experience and a comprehensive benefits package. |
| How To Apply | What We Need From You If this role excites you, we want to hear from you! Please take the time to tell us about yourself in a cover letter – we want to hear your story – your background, your accomplishments, and why this role is a good fit with your future career aspirations. Qualified applicants should submit their covering letter and résumé, including salary expectations, to: hr@payments.ca. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted. |
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