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Senior Specialist, CybersecurityGreat Canadian Entertainment • Toronto, ON, Canada
Senior Specialist, Cybersecurity

Senior Specialist, Cybersecurity

Great Canadian Entertainment • Toronto, ON, Canada
13 days ago
Salary
CA$71,500.00 yearly
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

Position Summary:

Under the guidance of the Manager, Cybersecurity Operations, the Senior Cybersecurity Specialist is responsible for the day-to-day operation, management, and continuous improvement of the organization’s cybersecurity tools and processes. This role is a key member of the Security Operations team, actively monitoring, triaging, and responding to security alerts and incidents. The analyst plays a hands-on role in managing security infrastructure, threat intelligence integration, and ensuring the operational effectiveness of security controls.

Key Accountabilities:

Security Monitoring & Incident Response

  • Monitor, analyze, and triage security alerts from SIEM, EDR, firewall, and other security platforms.
  • Perform Tier 2/3 incident response, including threat containment, eradication, and recovery.
  • Conduct root cause analysis and post-incident reviews to inform improvements.
  • Contribute to the maintenance of incident response plans, playbooks, and response runbooks.

Cybersecurity Tool Management & Optimization

  • Administer and tune cybersecurity tools (., SIEM, EDR, vulnerability scanners, DLP, email security, .
  • Create and refine detection rules, alerting thresholds, and automated workflows.
  • Ensure tools are integrated effectively and function as intended across environments.
  • Collaborate with vendors and MSSPs (if applicable) to troubleshoot or enhance tool performance.

Vulnerability & Threat Management

  • Perform vulnerability scans, analyze results, and coordinate remediation with infrastructure/application teams.
  • Support threat hunting activities and help identify stealthy or low-signal threats.
  • Stay informed about emerging threats, vulnerabilities, and attacker tactics (., via MITRE ATT&CK, threat intel feeds).
  • Assist in developing metrics and dashboards to track security posture and risk exposure.

Documentation, Reporting & Collaboration

  • Maintain clear and accurate documentation including incident reports, tool configurations, and operational procedures.
  • Provide technical reporting and summaries for audits, leadership, and compliance.
  • Collaborate with IT, compliance, and business units to ensure security practices align with operational needs.
  • Mentor junior analysts and contribute to operational maturity initiatives within the security team.

Educational and Functional Requirements:

  • Minimum 5 years of hands-on experience in cybersecurity operations, incident response, or related IT security roles.
  • Post-secondary education in Information Technology, Cybersecurity, Computer Science, or a suitable combination of education and experience.
  • Industry-recognized certifications such as CISSP, CISM, GCIH, GCIA, CompTIA CySA+, or equivalent are highly preferred.
  • Proven expertise in deploying and managing cybersecurity tools and infrastructure, including SIEM, EDR, firewalls, and vulnerability scanners.
  • Experience with operational cybersecurity tasks, including threat detection, log analysis, system hardening, patch management, and network security controls.
  • Strong understanding of threat landscapes, attack techniques (., MITRE ATT&CK), and common security frameworks such as NIST, ISO 27001, or CIS Controls.
  • Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with a demonstrated ability to respond effectively to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
  • Experience supporting audits and regulatory compliance processes is considered an asset.

Minimum Salary (CAD $) 71,500 - Midpoint Salary (CAD $)96,500.00 - Maximum Salary (CAD $) 121,500.00

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