Information Security Specialist ensuring optimal protection of data and systems at University of Toronto. Implementing security platforms and best practices for data integrity and threat mitigation.
Responsibilities
Responsible for implementing, managing and optimizing information security platforms designed to protect data and systems.
Act as a subject matter expert in the implementation of security controls.
Work closely with IT teams to ensure security best practices are integrated into daily operations and projects.
Monitor security alerts and dashboards, respond to suspicious activities.
Ensure proactive threat detection and mitigation.
Requirements
University degree in Computer Science, Engineering or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Minimum 7 years of Information security experience in a heterogeneous environment.
Minimum 3 years of progressive experience in creating, implementing and maintaining Information Security technologies and platforms.
Excellent understanding of security tools and technologies such as firewall, IDS/IPS, SIEM, EDR, etc.
Expert proficiency in security frameworks and foundational networking/OS security.
Experience with scripting (Python, Bash) to automate security tasks.
Extensive experience leveraging network and security analysis tools for deep packet inspection, forensic analysis, and advanced troubleshooting.
Experience running penetration testing and vulnerability scanning.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Demonstrated ability to exercise sound judgment, tact and diplomacy.
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