Security Specialist

Reporting to the Manager, IT Security, the Security Specialist is an integral member of the IT & OT security program. Areas of concentration include secure access service edge, intrusion prevention, network access control, wireless security, firewall auditing, and review of vulnerability information. They assist in the development and implementation of security policies and procedures (e.g., security auditing procedures and use of firewalls and encryption routines). They prepare status reports on security matters to develop security risk analysis scenarios and response procedures. The Security Specialist enforces security policies and procedures by administering and monitoring security profiles, reviewing security violation reports, investigating possible security exceptions, updates, and they maintain and document security controls. They utilize their knowledge to educate users on network security standards and procedures.

• Investigate and resolve problems of medium complexity
• Act as a subject matter expert for network security and other technology areas
• Provide work direction, technical support, and risk assessment for secure web gateway, private access, firewalling, & operational technology components deployed
• Liaise with subject matter experts, operations teams, implementation support and production support staff to refine technical specifications, system scope and objectives
• Review and assess proposed and deployed configurations, escalate findings and manage closure of findings to conclusion
• Engage in Red Team/Blue Team exercises & Threat Hunting
• Participate in “on-call” support
• Actively coach others

• Education Required: A university degree or college diploma in Computer Science, Business, Engineering, or related discipline 
• 2-5 years related work experience in enterprise networking environment
• CYSA+, CISSP certification or equivalent experience in a Security Operations work environment
• Controlled Goods and Reliability Security Clearance
• ITIL Foundations
• Experienced in network security hardware configuration design and administration, Azure networking & firewalling, Secure Access Service Edge design and administration, Operational Technology security fundamentals, Information Security fundamentals, and Security fundamentals 
• Proficient technical troubleshooting skills

Founded in 1882, J.D. Irving, Limited (JDI) has operations in Canada and the United States and are a team of 20,000 dedicated employees.  At J.D. Irving, Limited, you are part of a dynamic team of professionals who lead with integrity and are passionate about delivering results. With a culture that nurtures talent and creates an inclusive workplace, you can grow your career across our various operating divisions. We are committed to creating accessible environments for our colleagues, candidates, and customers. Requests for accommodation due to a disability (which may be visible or invisible, temporary, or permanent) can be made at any stage of application and employment. We encourage candidates to make their accommodation needs known so that we can provide equitable opportunities. Worried you do not meet all the requirements? Studies have shown that many applicants apply only to job opportunities when they feel they meet 100% of the criteria. We promote an inclusive environment where everyone is appreciated, recognized, and empowered to contribute fully. If you are interested in this position but are worried you did not meet all the requirements, we would encourage you to still apply. We appreciate your interest in our company however only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.