Hardening Practices Engineer, Deloitte Global Technology

Job Type: Permanent 
Work Model: Remote 
Reference code: 129773   
Primary Location: Toronto, ON  
All Available Locations: Toronto, ON

Our Purpose

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By living our Purpose, we will make an impact that matters.

• Have many careers in one Firm.
• Enjoy flexible, proactive, and practical benefits that foster a culture of well-being and connectedness.
• Learn from deep subject matter experts through mentoring and on the job coaching

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Deloitte Global is the engine of the Deloitte network. Our professionals reach across disciplines and borders to develop and lead global initiatives. We deliver strategic programs and services that unite our organization.

What will your typical day look like?

Work You’ll Do: The successful candidate will be responsible for supporting the Hardening Practices Program provided by Deloitte Technology to Deloitte’s network of member firms. You will write security configuration baselines and develop compliance policies to measure member firms’ deployment of security controls against published baselines. This role will support fellow security team members from around the world. You will support deployment leads and their teams with implementation of security controls and providing compliance reporting in support of those deployment activities. You will be supported to help build a deep understanding of the technologies you will be writing baselines for, and you will be expected to be proactive and to respond quickly and efficiently to support requests that come to you from member firm deployment leads.

 Key Responsibilities:

• Operational Support: Provide support for questions and requests related to deployment of baseline controls, from deployment teams around the world.
• Feedback and Review Process: Facilitate and process feedback from subject matter expert, working group representatives, and member firm deployment teams against draft baselines and compliance checks.
• Technical Expertise: Develop a deep understanding of the globally approved technologies you will be writing baselines and creating compliance policies for. Leverage sources internal and external to Deloitte in developing baseline controls, including but not limited to: industry benchmarks, vendor recommendations, threat intelligence reporting, member firm requirements, Cybersecurity Standards, and local regulations.
• Documentation: Create and maintain security configuration baseline documents outlining technology and version specific controls to be deployed by member firms.
• Compliance Reporting and Exceptions: Support compliance reporting by aligning published baselines to controls within compliance tools. Assist member firms in tracking and reporting their compliance to baselines, including any approved exceptions.
• Support for Cybersecurity Projects: Work with other Deloitte Technology organizations when security configuration baselines are in support of or a component of larger-scale cybersecurity initiatives. Ensure baseline documents are in alignment with, and support, other related standard documents, policies, or project requirements.
• Socialize and Present: Socialize baseline documents throughout the development process with working group representatives from all of Deloitte’s member firms. Present baselines and security controls to deployment teams, working group members, and leaders, as needed, throughout the review and governance process.
• Testing and Ad-Hoc Duties: Assist other security analysts in testing security controls, compliance policies and perform other job-related duties as assigned.

About the team

Deloitte Technology works at the forefront of technology development and processes to support and protect Deloitte around the world. In this truly global environment, we operate not in "what is" but rather "what can be" to help Deloitte deliver and connect with its clients, its communities, and one another in ways not previously conceived.

Enough about us, let’s talk about you

Required Qualifications:

• Strong multi-tasker with a keen eye for detail and the ability to think ahead.
• Experience with configuration and deployment of cybersecurity platforms.
• Working knowledge of cybersecurity practices
• Working knowledge of risk assessment and risk management
• Working knowledge of computer networking (firewalls, routing, etc.)
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities, strong influence, and negotiation skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication and customer service skills.
• Creative and independent thinker with the ability to synthesize technical requirements, business requirements, cyber threats, and security principles into impactful, functional control recommendations.
• Knowledge of configuration, policy, and event workflows and playbooks.
• Motivated self-starter able to work independently without direct supervision.
• Well-organized and able to thrive in fast-paced environments.
• Direct experience in supporting security tools (e.g., anti-virus, host intrusion detection).
• Experience working within a service management framework (e.g., ITIL).
• Knowledge of Security Information and Event Management (SIEM) tools.

Education and Experience:

• Technology-related degree or suitable industry experience.
• Minimum of 5 years’ experience supporting security platforms and applications.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience working in a large global organization.
• Security+, GSEC, CISSP, or other similar cybersecurity certification
• Experience with Qualys Policy Compliance.
• Experience with Qualys Query Language.

Total Rewards

The salary range for this position is $69,000 - $114,000, and individuals may be eligible to participate in our bonus program. Deloitte is fair and competitive when it comes to the salaries of our people. We regularly benchmark across a variety of positions, industries, sectors, targets, and levels. Our approach is grounded on recognizing people's unique strengths and contributions and rewarding the value that they deliver.

Our Total Rewards Package extends well beyond traditional compensation and benefit programs and is designed to recognize employee contributions, encourage personal wellness, and support firm growth.  Along with a competitive base salary and variable pay opportunities, we offer a wide array of initiatives that differentiate us as a people-first organization. On top of our regular paid vacation days, some examples include: $4,000 per year for mental health support benefits, a $1,300 flexible benefit spending account, firm-wide closures known as "Deloitte Days", dedicated days of for learning (known as Development and Innovation Days), flexible work arrangements and a hybrid work structure.

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We are a group of talented people who want to learn, gain experience, and develop skills. Wherever you are in your career, we want you to advance.

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Diverse perspectives and life experiences make us better. Whoever you are and wherever you’re from, we want you to feel like you belong here. We provide flexible working options to support you and how you can contribute.

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We are uniquely able to offer you new challenges and roles – and prepare you for them. We bring together people with unique experiences and talents, and we are the place to develop a lasting network of friends, peers, and mentors.

The next step is yours

At Deloitte, we are all about doing business inclusively – that starts with having diverse colleagues of all abilities. Deloitte encourages applications from all qualified candidates who represent the full diversity of communities across Canada. This includes, but is not limited to, people with disabilities, candidates from Indigenous communities, and candidates from the Black community in support of living our values, creating a culture of Diversity Equity and Inclusion and our commitment to our AccessAbility Action Plan, Reconciliation Action Plan and the BlackNorth Initiative.

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