Security Specialist

Job summary

Provide security consulting and risk assessments for technology initiatives, review solution designs, and recommend controls aligned with enterprise standards. Develop security governance requirements and guardrails across cloud, network, container, AI, SaaS, and partner connectivity environments, while supporting enterprise security programs and process improvements.

Job details

TekStaff's Client has a current vacancy for a Security Specialist Duration : This is a 12 month contract located in Toronto/ Scarborough/ Mississauga, Ontario, Hybrid Job Description Job Description We are seeking an experienced Information Security Specialist to provide security consulting, governance oversight, and technical expertise across complex technology and business initiatives. In this role, you will partner with Architecture, Infrastructure & Engineering, and Risk teams to assess security risks, develop security standards, and implement effective security controls that support modern technology solutions. You will play a key role in defining security requirements, establishing governance guardrails, and enabling the secure adoption of cloud, container, AI, and enterprise network technologies. ________________________________________ Key Accountabilities •Provide security consulting and risk assessments for technology initiatives and projects. •Review solution designs and provide risk-based security recommendations aligned with enterprise security standards. •Develop and maintain security standards, technical requirements, STIGs, control mappings, and implementation guidance. •Support governance and security reviews for cloud, hybrid, on-premises, containerized, B2B, and emerging technology environments. •Assess and provide guidance on security controls for Kubernetes, cloud-native platforms, APIs, SaaS solutions, AI-enabled technologies, and partner connectivity solutions. •Design and maintain governance controls supporting secure access, URL filtering, network segmentation, B2B connectivity, and Zero Trust initiatives. •Partner with technology teams to establish security guardrails and governance controls that can be consistently applied across the enterprise. •Contribute to governance modernization, automation, and process improvement initiatives. •Support enterprise-wide security governance programs and strategic security initiatives. •Build strong relationships with business, technology, engineering, and security stakeholders. MUST-HAVE Hard Skills: 1.) 10+ years of Networking experience 2.) Strong understanding of security governance, risk management, and security control frameworks. 3.) Experience conducting security assessments and evaluating technology risk. 4.) Strong knowledge of network security technologies, architectures, and enterprise security principles. 5.) Strong knowledge of enterprise network infrastructure, including routers, switches, load balancers, proxies, DNS, and related network technologies. Ability to understand network traffic flows and assess security implications across complex enterprise environments SOFT SKILLS: 1.) Strong communication skills (written and verbal) 2.) Strong documentation skills (writing processes) 3.) Strong collaboration skills, team player mindset NICE-TO-HAVE 1.) Industry certifications such as CISSP, CCSP, CISM 2.) Knowledge of Zero Trust architectures, secure access technologies, and network segmentation principles. 3.) Automation skills 4.) Security knowledge/background 4.) Prior financial institution, highly regulated, large enterprise environment experience TekStaff may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools as part of the applicant screening process. However, applications will also be reviewed by a member of our Recruitment team to ensure a fair and thorough assessment.

What you’ll do

Provide security consulting and risk assessments for technology initiatives, review solution designs, and recommend controls aligned with enterprise standards. Develop security governance requirements and guardrails across cloud, network, container, AI, SaaS, and partner connectivity environments, while supporting enterprise security programs and process improvements.

Requirements

Requires 10 or more years of networking experience, strong knowledge of enterprise network infrastructure and security technologies, and experience with security governance, risk management, and technology assessments. Strong written and verbal communication, documentation, and collaboration skills are required; CISSP, CCSP, or CISM certifications and Zero Trust or automation experience are preferred.

Listed skills

• Risk Management · Preferred

Other relevant skills

Identified from the job description. Confirm important requirements above.

• Network Security
• Security Governance
• Risk Management
• Security Assessments
• Security Control Frameworks
• Enterprise Networking
• Network Architecture
• Security Standards
• Cloud Security
• Kubernetes Security
• Network Segmentation
• Zero Trust
• Security Documentation
• Stakeholder Collaboration
• Automation

Job areas

• Security & Safety
• Technology
• Consulting

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