City : Saint John

Category : IT, Telecom & Internet

Industry : Administrative and support services

Employer : J.D. Irving

SENIOR SECURITY ANALYST

Location: Saint John, Fredericton, or Moncton New Brunswick, Halifax Nova Scotia

We are looking for a Senior Security Specialist to join our IT Security Team in New Brunswick.  This is a dynamic role in a security conscious organization that uses a wide variety of technologies.  Utilizing a deep understanding of security technologies, best practices and industry standards will drive your success.  This critical position will ensure the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of JDI’s IT environment.  You will be empowered to jump right in, take ownership, and apply critical thinking that pushes the status quo.  As a senior contributor your influence will be felt within the team as a mentor and coach, and also across the business with leaders of all levels.  Practiced and professional communication will be a key to success as you listen, negotiate, and problem-solve your way to better solutions.  If you are self-driven, motivated by a fast-moving diverse, complex challenges environment and have a deep passion for security, this is an opportunity for you.

Your Focus:

• Thought leadership in how to protect an organization in a time of growing IT Security threats
• Investigation and resolution of complex and unusual problems
• Lead the implementation of processes relating to threat hunting and purple team exercises
• Own and maintain the risk assessment process for new software or services proposed for the organization
• Provide security guidance in all aspects of information technology including day to day  IT operations, application development and process control systemsincident response and technology optimization
• Liaise with subject matter experts, development teams, implementation support and production support staff to refine technical specifications, system scope and objectives
• Actively coach team members in a collaborative environment that emphasizes continuous learning
• Engage and interact with senior management and executives regularly for input, feedback and reporting

You Have:

• University Degree, College Diploma or Relevant Experience
• CISSP or similar certification
• 10+ years’ experience in complex IT environments
• 5+ years’ experience in network security, incident response, email threat protection and data loss prevention performing penetration testing and security incident management
• Demonstrated understanding of implementing risk management practicesProven ability to lead technical projects from conception to implementation
• Utilization of penetration testing tools and techniques or Red Team exercisesStrong cloud security knowledge
• Design and implementation of vulnerability management programsStrong scripting and query language abilities
• Interest in identifying and implementing automation opportunities
• Implementation and management of security incident and event management programs
• Design and implementation of security analyticsExperience in building security analytics to guide work prioritization
• Knowledge of Process Control Systems concepts and technology

You Are:

• Passionate about the field of Cyber Security
• Customer focused: motivated by inspiring others to do things differently 
• Technically inclined, process oriented and driven by a natural curiosity  
• Analytical; enjoy problem solving and being empowered to make decisions
• Happy in an environment where you can work independently as well as collaboratively  
• A leader: with the ability to motivate and mentor more junior team members
• A continuous learner: acquiring new skills and software applications is second nature 
• At home in a fast-paced work environment where solutions are not always clearly defined 
• A practiced communicator with strong verbal, written, and interpersonal skills 
• Organized, analytical and business savvy 

Extra:

• Ability to obtain Canadian Government Security Clearance

JDI IT: Who we are and what we offer 

The belief that what people experience matters more than technology is part of our foundational core. We also believe that our ability as a team grows exponentially when we share success. These centering values – some of our non-negotiables - guide our decisions and inform how we show up daily. Join a team that aims to simply the path forward and inspire commitment. 

 With over 300 employees centralized in Saint John, Fredericton, Dieppe and Halifax, we offer the opportunity to create real value by helping people and businesses work smarter.  JDI IT supports the entire J.D. Irving Limited group of companies which means we offer opportunities and experiences across a wide breadth of IT areas, businesses and industries.  As a member of the JDI IT team, you will be a key player in enabling the business to win by overcoming obstacles and “getting it done”!    

We believe in the power of diverse teams and invest in continuous professional growth. We are seeking naturally curious change makers looking to join a collaborative and motivated team.  Come help JDI IT Raise the Bar!    

We appreciate your interest in our company! Only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

To learn more about our products and services, click here. 

J.D. Irving, Limited is committed to the principle of equal opportunity in its employment practices and to providing an environment free from discrimination and harassment for all employees.