IT Security Analyst – Contract

Job title: IT Security Analyst – Contract

Company: LRO Staffing

Job description: IT Security Analyst – Contract – 13471

About the Opportunity

We are currently recruiting for an Intermediate IT Security Analyst for our Ottawa based client. This is a 1 year fully remote contract position with a dynamic, well established organization. Our client is an industry leader that provides an excellent work environment and culture.

Our client is seeking a “hands-on” candidate who will roll up their sleeves and get the job done with little supervision.

Duties include but are not limited to:

• Participating in strategic and tactical planning for IT Security to drive standards and architecture elements of the security program
• Maintaining security systems including UTM (Firewall, IPS, Application Control, web filtering and DLP), Messaging Gateway, SIEM, Encryption system, and Endpoint Protection
• Monitoring server logs, firewall logs, intrusion detection logs, web filtering, and antiviral systems for unusual or suspicious activity. Interpret activity and make recommendations for resolution. Conduct investigations into problematic activity
• Demonstrating expertise in the planning and design of enterprise security architecture and create and maintain inventory of security technology
• Monitoring external sources for available security patches, prioritize and make recommendations for implementation
• Conducting BIA’s and DR planning. Ensure DR configurations are updated to reflect production environment
• Participating in third party audits of technology systems
• Demonstrating expertise in the creation of enterprise security documents (policies, standards, baselines, guidelines and procedures)
• Maintaining up-to-date detailed knowledge of the IT security industry including awareness of new or revised security solutions, improved security processes and the development of new attacks and threat vectors
• Recommending additional security solutions or enhancements to existing security solutions to improve overall enterprise security
• Performing the deployment, integration and initial configuration of new security solutions and of any enhancements to existing security solutions
• Maintaining operational configurations of all in-place security solutions
• Demonstrating expertise in the design and execution of vulnerability assessments, penetration tests and security audits
• Participating in Risk Management and Security Working groups

About You

The successful candidate will have the following:

• College diploma or university degree preferably in the field of computer science
• Minimum 5-7 years of practical experience and demonstrated ability to carry out the functions of the job
• A recognized certification in the field (e.g. SANS, CISSP)
• Broad knowledge of the CISSP common body of knowledge
• Knowledge of security industry standards and best practices
• Technical knowledge of network, PC, and server operating systems, including Windows, Linux and VMWare
• Working technical knowledge of, routers, switches, firewalls, VPNs, intrusion-detection systems, web filtering, anti-virus, data encryption
• Knowledge of TCP/IP and network administration/protocols
• Knowledge and experience with disaster recovery planning and testing
• If you are a “Doer” with above average communication and presentation skills, please submit your resume

How to Apply

Please apply by clicking the “Apply Now” button below and follow the instructions to submit your résumé. You can also apply by submitting your résumé directly to . If you are already registered with us, please contact your Senior Recruiter. Please quote job 13471.

Thank you for your interest in this role. One of our Recruiters will be in touch with you if your profile meets the requirements for the role and the expectations of our clients. Please note that all candidates must be permitted to work in Canada to be considered for this opportunity.

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Location: Ottawa, ON

Job date: Fri, 05 Mar 2021 08:42:27 GMT