IT Security Consultant

Modern cyber security tools and solutions across the NIST phases (identify, protect, detect, respond, recover)

Leading tools and systems in our modern infrastructure and data-driven culture in expanding automation and controls plants.

Leading and participating in Network vulnerability evaluations and assessments, Digital forensics, Threat intelligence analysis Active cyber tasks, Malware identification and analysis

Participating and leading in cyber event mitigation and incident response programs including red teaming.

Strong, collaborative team of energetic and experienced security experts

Support the identification, selection, design, and implementation of cutting-edge security technologies and solutions.

Design and implement security measures for the protection of computer systems, networks and information both on-premise and cloud-based.

Identify and define system security requirements.

Conduct security assessments and translate business and project requirements into documented, risk-based security requirements and recommendations.

Present security findings, solution options, remediation priorities, and residual risks clearly to technical and business stakeholders, and track recommendations through resolution.

Perform threat modelling and security design reviews, and develop reusable security patterns, standards, reference architectures, and solution design documentation.

Design and assess identity and access management controls, including privileged access management, conditional access, identity governance, service accounts, workload identities, and secrets management.

Embed security into the software development lifecycle through application and API security reviews, CI/CD security controls, code and dependency scanning, infrastructure-as-code review, and container security.

Design and assess cloud security controls, including secure landing zones, cloud security posture management, workload protection, logging and monitoring, identity configuration, encryption, and native cloud security services.

Define and assess data security controls, including data classification, information protection, data loss prevention, encryption, key management, retention, and privacy-by-design requirements.

Coordinate security testing, perform control and configuration reviews, validate remediation, and complete post-implementation security assurance activities.

Maintain project status, security risk and control-effectiveness reporting, vulnerability trends, and concise executive-ready summaries.

Provide guidance to teammates and colleagues across the organization on cybersecurity practices and engineering principles

Develop technical solutions and security tools to help mitigate security vulnerabilities and support efficient operations.

Prepare and document standard operating procedures and protocols.

Technical hands-on experience implementing Cloud security solutions and controls on Azure, AWS, or similar cloud service provider.

Collaborate with internal cyber teams including architecture, GRC and Operations from discovery, scoping & design to the post implementation handover.

Collaborate with the project stakeholders throughout the project cycle to minimize impact to integrated systems and service ensuring a smooth delivery.

Collaborate with all functions of the business to constantly improve and evolve our Cyber Security posture.

Undergraduate degree in computer science, engineering, or a related discipline.

5+ years' experience in information security or engineering

3+ years of industry experience working in Cyber Security, with focus on technical, hands-on delivery of Cyber Security projects.

Excellent written and verbal communication, interpersonal, intercultural skills, and the proven ability to influence and communicate effectively at all levels

Knowledge across diverse IT systems, networking, load balancers, firewalls, and security components, Server, hypervisor, security applications, and operating systems.

Expertise in network security technologies that will aid network projects: e.g., load balancers, Certificates, IDAM, IDS/IPS, VPN, NextGen firewalls, SIEM, Endpoint etc.

Represent cybersecurity within Enterprise Architecture and Platform Engineering forums to ensure projects and designs are based on internal and industry best security practices.

Technical experience in designing and implementing infrastructure components required for Cyber-related projects.

Expertise in the hands-on delivery of advanced, diverse security tools and systems in modern infrastructure.

Experienced working with the industry recognized frameworks and standards including NIST

Excellent communication skills, analytical thinking skills and ability to work in a fast-paced environment.

Expertise in working with SIEM, MDR and managed services and incident response programs and ongoing operating optimization tasks.

Industry recognized professional security certifications such as MS Certified Azure Security Engineer, CISSP, CCSK, CCSP, are desired

Bilingual English/French written language would be an asset

Cloud Security

DevSecOps

Zero Trust

SIEM

EDR

Malware defense

Encryption

Certificate and Key Management

Local area networks and firewalls

Scripting

Vulnerability management

IDS/IPS

Web filtering

Directory service

Multi-factor authentication systems

Exploits and hacking techniques

Network and operating system security principles

We are carbon neutral.

We are one of the only food companies in Canada to set science-based targets.

Doing What’s Right

Shared Value

High Performance

Diverse and Inclusive Teams

Disciplined Decision Making

Our Accountability

Intense Curiosity

Transparency and Humility

We thank all applicants for their interest in exploring employment opportunities with Maple Leaf Foods; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Applicants may be subject to a background check and must meet the security criteria designated for the position. Championing diversity and inclusion is a critical component to advancing our collective purpose and vision, living the Maple Leaf Leadership Values, and delivering winning results. Accommodation is available upon request for applicants with disabilities in the recruitment and assessment process and when hired; please contact our Talent Attraction Team at [email protected] . Disclaimer: Please note that salaries posted on sites other than the MLF Careers Page are not a reflection of Maple Leaf Foods and are an estimated salary range provided by that particular job board. Maple Leaf Foods offers competitive wages and an attractive total rewards package, which will be discussed during an interview with our Talent Team.

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