Cyber Security Specialist in Vancouver

Canaccord Genuity (CG) is a leading independent full-service financial services firm, with operations in two principal segments of the securities industry: wealth management and capital markets. CG is driven by an unwavering commitment to build lasting client relationships – we achieve this by generating value for our individual, institutional, and corporate clients through comprehensive wealth management solutions and investment banking services.

We pride ourselves on understanding our clients’ needs and finding innovative, bespoke solutions. Our entrepreneurial and friendly team will challenge you to learn and grow every day. We value great work and collaboration and strive to eliminate bureaucratic thinking. We’re looking for talented people who thrive in a fast-paced environment and want to have an impact with innovative ideas and best practices.

At CG, we recognize that diversity across our business strengthens our client relationships and enables more innovative solutions. We strongly encourage applications from all qualified individuals regardless of race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, or disability status. CG provides an accessible candidate experience. If you need any accommodations throughout the interview process and beyond, please let us know.

We are looking for a Cyber Security Specialist to join our Enterprise Security team. Their primary responsibility will be protecting our environment through the identification of cybersecurity concerns and improving our technical security controls. This position reports to the Director of Enterprise Security.

Responsibilities:

• Confirm our security solutions are working properly (AV, firewalls, IPS);
• Produce meaningful security reports utilizing scripting and data modeling;
• Process SIEM-generated tickets and identify false positives for our Use Cases.

Skills & Qualifications:

Technology:

• In-depth knowledge of Azure and Azure-based security modules (e.g. Sentinel/Defender, Conditional Access, Azure Information Protection, Fabric);
• Familiar with Data Loss Prevention technologies (including database and AI controls);
• Anti-malware and forensic technologies.

Education:

• Relevant industry certifications (i.e. CISSP, CISM, CISA, SANS, etc.);
• Seeking GIAC Cyber Threat Intelligence (GCTI) designation;
• College diploma or university degree in English or technical course (e.g. Computer Science or Engineering).

Process:

• Knowledge of Cybersecurity incident handling required;
• Familiar with the many aspects of security compliance (technical controls, privacy, encryption);
• Familiarity with ISO 27001/27002 controls preferred;
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, organizational skills and attention to detail.

All applications will be held in strict confidence. In order to be considered for employment, candidates selected for interviews will be required to show proof of citizenship, permanent residence or eligibility to work in Canada with no restrictions.

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We wish to thank all candidates for their interest but only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted. No phone calls please. Thank you for your understanding.