Cyber Security Specialist

OnSite : Regina SK Onsite will only be considered

Position and / or Project Description :

Looking to bring in staff augmented contractor professional services of a Cyber Security Specialist. The Cyber Security Specialist is responsible for the support to strengthen our overall cyber security posture through implementation and monitoring of advanced security controls across on prem and cloud environments. This role will ensure compliance with industry specific security frameworks and standards while proactively identifying and mitigating cybersecurity risks. This is a contracted role and must be onsite full-time.

Mandatory Education / Certifications :

University degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Information Security or a related field; an equivalent combination of education and extensive professional experience in cybersecurity will be considered. At least years of hands-on experience in IT security or cybersecurity operations, including involvement in security monitoring and incident response.

Desired Education / Certifications :

One or more relevant professional security certifications are strongly desired – for example, CISSP (Certified Information Systems Security Professional), CISM (Certified Information Security Manager), GIAC certifications (SANS Institute), or vendor-specific credentials such as Microsoft Certified : Azure Security Engineer Associate. These certifications demonstrate a depth of knowledge and commitment to ongoing professional development.

Mandatory Experience :

• Technical Expertise : Proven experience with cloud and enterprise security technologies – specifically Microsoft Azure, Microsoft Defender suite, Microsoft Sentinel (SIEM), and vulnerability management platforms (such as Tenable One). Demonstrated ability to configure and use these tools for threat detection, analysis, and automated response. Proficiency in PowerShell, JSON, Kusto Query (KQL), Logic Apps, or a similar language.
• Frameworks & Methodologies : Strong familiarity with industry cybersecurity frameworks and standards ( NIST Cybersecurity Framework, ISO / IEC / , and relevant CSA security standards). Knowledge of incident response methodologies and best practices for handling and managing cybersecurity incidents.
• Analytical Skills : Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to assess complex systems for security risks. Capable of analyzing system logs, alerts, and forensic data across various sources (network, endpoint, cloud) to identify and resolve security issues.
• Security Clearance : Must be eligible to obtain and maintain a Government of Canada Level II (Secret) Security Clearance. This requires a comprehensive background check; the candidate must possess the personal reliability and integrity to meet federal security screening requirements. (Ref : Levels of security -

Desired Experience :

Deliverables :

Incident Reports and Analysis : Detailed security incident investigation reports and post-incident lessons-learned documentation for any cybersecurity incidents.