Security engineer Jobs in Vaughan, ON

Are you the kind of security professional who enjoys identifying vulnerabilities, strengthening security posture, and proactively protecting infrastructure in a fast-paced environment?

We are looking for a Cybersecurity & Systems Administrator to join a growing healthcare technology organization and play a key role in supporting cybersecurity operations, compliance initiatives, and infrastructure security across the business.

This is a hands-on opportunity for someone who combines strong security fundamentals with practical infrastructure knowledge and enjoys working across vulnerability management, monitoring, patching, security operations, and compliance initiatives.


💻 Who You Are:

• A cybersecurity-focused IT professional with strong systems and infrastructure awareness
• Someone who enjoys proactively identifying risks and improving security practices
• Comfortable working independently while collaborating across technical and compliance teams
• Practical and solutions-oriented, with the ability to balance security best practices with operational realities
• Curious, detail-oriented, and proactive when investigating vulnerabilities or security concerns
• Someone who takes initiative and does not require constant direction or micromanagement

📍 Work Type:

• Location: Concord, ON (Fully Onsite – 5 days/week)
• Vacancy Type: This role reflects a newly created position

Requirements

🎯 What You’ll Do (Your Superpowers)

• Monitor and maintain security infrastructure, endpoint protection, alerts, and access controls
• Identify vulnerabilities, assess risks, and support remediation efforts across the environment
• Monitor security logs, investigate alerts, and support ongoing security operations
• Ensure systems, patches, updates, and security controls remain current and properly maintained
• Support cybersecurity policies, operational procedures, and compliance initiatives
• Assist with SOC 2 Type II readiness, monitoring, and security governance activities
• Support Windows and Linux environments from a security and infrastructure perspective
• Collaborate closely with Infrastructure and Compliance teams to strengthen security posture and operational maturity
• Investigate emerging vulnerabilities and proactively improve internal security practices

⭐ What We’re Looking For (Our Wishlist)

• 4+ years of experience in Cybersecurity, Systems Administration, or Infrastructure environments
• Strong hands-on experience supporting Windows Server and Linux environments
• Experience working with endpoint protection and security tools such as Microsoft Defender
• Understanding of identity and access management concepts, including tools such as JumpCloud and SSO environments
• Experience monitoring vulnerabilities, assessing risks, and supporting remediation efforts across infrastructure environments
• Familiarity with patch management, security monitoring, and maintaining secure system configurations
• Understanding of networking fundamentals and security best practices across different operating systems and infrastructure environments
• Experience supporting or working with technologies such as MySQL within production environments
• Ability to proactively identify risks, investigate vulnerabilities, and recommend practical mitigation strategies
• Strong troubleshooting, analytical, and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work independently, prioritize effectively, and take ownership of initiatives

Nice to Have:

• Experience supporting Azure-based infrastructure, including identity, access management, and cloud security best practices
• Experience supporting cybersecurity compliance initiatives, security controls, and audit readiness within regulated or compliance-driven environments (SOC 2 Type II exposure considered a strong asset)
• Experience administering and supporting Microsoft 365 environments, including user management, access controls, and security configurations
• Cybersecurity certifications such as Security+, CISSP, CEH, or similar

🔥 What Makes This Role Exciting

• Opportunity to take ownership of cybersecurity initiatives internally
• Strong exposure to security operations, compliance, and infrastructure environments
• Involvement in SOC 2 Type II implementation and security governance initiatives
• High-impact role within a growing healthcare technology organization
• Collaborative environment with visibility across technical and operational teams
• Opportunity to help shape and strengthen the organization’s long-term security strategy

Benefits

• Base Salary: $90,000 – $110,000
• Paid Time Off: Competitive vacation and personal days to help support a healthy work-life balance
• Health & Wellness Benefits: Comprehensive medical and dental coverage, plus a $2,000 Health Spending Account to support your overall well-being
• Team Culture: Enjoy a collaborative and social environment with company events, holiday celebrations, summer outings, ski trips, and Friday team lunches
• Meaningful Work: Be part of a team helping strengthen security and operational excellence in an innovative health-tech environment

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