The opportunityThe Engineering Lead, Network Security Tools is a senior technical role that will accountable for introduction of new security and connectivity technology capabilities at Ontario Teachers’. This role is responsible for Network Security Tools strategy, planning design and continuous improvement and works with various service providers to oversee implementation.Who you'll work withThis role is additionally responsible for relationship management with key vendors and internal partners, managing services, processes and KPIs, related to system design effectiveness, requirements traceability, customer and partner satisfaction, system design quality and system availability in order to take proactive actions and deliver expected levels of system capability.What you'll doDefines and manages TI (Technology Infrastructure) controlsResearch new technologies and prototypes new ideasManages & executes on evaluation and introduction of all new TI technology (hardware and software)Coordinates and executes all FOAK testing and POCs (scoping and execution)Collaborates in deep architectural discussions to ensure solutions are designed for successful deployment, security, and availabilityDesigns, develops and delivers scalable and automated capabilities and architecture - Infrastructure as codeIdentifies and communicates design & engineering decisions Clients (costs, timelines, scope, prioritization, design decisions, risks) to TIProcures hardware, software and software licensing, and manages licensing model choicesProvides Level 3 Support for various infrastructure and COTS software (rotating on-call). Target is 5% or less time spent on supportParticipates as required in the delivery of Customer ProjectsGoverns functional services and processes (approvals, prioritization, and key decisions)Prioritizes builds in coordination with Business & Demand Management functionArchitects, designs and implements On Prem and Cloud Based solutionsEnsures success in building and migrating applications, software, and services as requiredDevelops KPIs to simplify service consumption by end-users and engineersOptimizes and supports our existing Technology and data centre based solutionsMinimizes system integration complexity while maintaining system reliability and business continuity objectivesTechnical Skills & Presence – is the technical authority in multiple areas of Technology Infrastructure (TI). Understands & applies the strategic direction of the organization and the supporting IT systems and Infrastructure ArchitectureLeads technology innovation - Implements improved technical solutions. Designs and implements innovative solutions to advance business opportunitiesSubject Matter Expertise - Actively seeks, provides or coordinates internal or external training for TI employees. Maintains knowledge of emerging security and mentor’s system engineers on technical specialtiesTechnical Strategic Planning - Coordinates development of technical standards and processes between Infrastructure Engineering and other TI areas. Demonstrates ability to translate organizational structures to technical ArchitecturesTechnical Alignment to Business Needs and Technical Solutions - Practical approach to solving business needs with optimal technical approach. Advocates for appropriate technologies to solve business problemsQuality & Initiative - Implements technical projects that have met quality standards for production. Ability to apply out of the box thinking. Investigates areas for quality standards and decreases numbers of defects. Implements standard repeatable processesWhat you'll needExpert understanding of Cyberark PAM and other authentication and authorization toolsSignificant experience in the design, delivery and operation of secure and reliable security platformsBachelor’s degree in computer science, Business Studies, IT or relevant experienceITIL Foundations certification preferredTOGAF certification preferredNice to have skills - Managed ServicesQradar, SIEM, XDR, oath2, SoarPaaS & SaaS - Security and Operations :CyberArk Engineering or AdministratingManaged and monitored the Privileged Access Management CyberArk platform including all components including but not limited to vaults, CPM, AAM, CCP, PSM, PSMP, PVWA, PTA, agents, plugins, and connectors.Experience in managing, configuring, and optimizing the CyberArk for large enterprise organizations.Ability to onboard new privilege accounts and platformsExperience with developing and incorporating custom plug-insExperience with SASE / SSE solutions interconnecting clients and data centers around the worldManaging a variety of enterprise security tools and platformsExperience with SIEM integrationUsing and supporting oath2#LI-PA, #LI-HybridWhat we’re offeringPay-for-performance environment that offers competitive salary and incentiveNumerous opportunities for professional growth and developmentComprehensive employer paid benefits coverageRetirement income through a defined benefit pension planThe opportunity to invest back into the fund through our Deferred Incentive ProgramA flexible / hybrid work environment combining in office collaboration and remote workingCompetitive time offOur Flexible Travel Program gives you the option to work abroad in another region / country for up to a month each yearEmployee discount programs including Edvantage and PerkopolisAt Ontario Teachers', diversity is one of our core strengths. We take pride in ensuring that the people we hire and the culture we create, reflect and embrace diversity of thought, background and experience. Through our Diversity, Equity and Inclusion strategy and our Employee Resource Groups (ERGs), we celebrate diversity and foster inclusion through events for colleagues to connect for professional development, networking & mentoring.We are building an inclusive and equitable workplace where our talent is respected, accepted and empowered to be themselves.
To learn more about our commitment to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion, check out
- How to apply
- Accommodations are available upon request (peopleandculture@otpp.com) for candidates with a disability taking part in the recruitment process and once hired.Candidates must be legally entitled to work in the country where this role is located.Ontario Teachers’ may use AI-based tools to assist in screening and assessing applicants for this position. These tools may help us identify candidates whose skills and experience align with Ontario Teachers’ objectives by analyzing information provided in resumes and applications. Our use of AI does not replace human decision-making.To learn more about how Teachers’ uses AI with your personal information, please visit our
- Functional Areas :
- Information Technology
- Vacancy :
- Current
- Requisition ID :
- 6308
#J-18808-Ljbffr