Cyber Security Operations Specialist

Job summary

The Cyber Security Operations Specialist will investigate security alerts, respond to incidents, and conduct digital forensics to mitigate threats. They will also maintain security policies, monitor vulnerability postures, and collaborate with IT teams to enhance infrastructure security.

Job details

Inspirational, innovative and entrepreneurial - this is how we describe our empowered teams. Combine your passion with purpose and join a culture that is thriving in the face of change. Make an impact with our Technology - Cyber Security team as a Cyber Security Operations Specialist. This diverse team of tech-savvy problem solvers enables MNP to take a proactive and prepared approach to cyber crime and capitalize on new technologies and innovations. As a trusted advisor, you’ll investigate threats, develop policies and enhance infrastructure to minimize the impact of security-related events to protect MNP's business operations and reputation. MNP is proudly Canadian. Providing business strategies and solutions, we are a leading national accounting, tax and business advisory firm in Canada. Entrepreneurial to our core, our talented team members transcend obstacles into opportunities and are successfully transforming mid-market business practices. Responsibilities * Analyze and investigate security alerts generated by various security tools and platforms * Respond promptly to security incidents, assess the impact, and implement appropriate countermeasures * Proactively search for signs of malicious activity within the organization's network and systems * Conduct digital forensics to determine the scope, nature, and impact of security incidents * Document findings and provide detailed reports for further analysis and remediation * Plan and maintain user security awareness training and testing * Monitor assets vulnerability posture and collaborate with IT teams on remediating findings * Participate in the development and enhancement of incident response plans and operational procedures * Collaborate with other teams to prevent, contain, and eradicate security threats * Maintain in good state and optimize security policy enforcement and monitoring systems to ensure maximum effectiveness * Respond to ServiceNow inquiries and requests from the users and various IT teams regarding policy conflicts and technical issues * Stay updated on the latest cyber security trends and technologies and recommend security controls alignment Skills and Experience * At least 5 years of progressive experience in Cyber Security * Ability to learn new technologies and adapt to evolving requirements * Strong communication, collaboration, and influencing skills * Extensive experience in investigating security alerts, threat hunting, and conducting post-breach forensic investigations * Demonstrate application of knowledge in networking security and IT infrastructure administration to mitigate cyber risk * Proficiency in using various enterprise-grade and open-source cyber security tools and technologies * Demonstrable knowledge of IT infrastructure and services, including cloud-based, strong troubleshooting skills * Proven ability to lead small process improvement projects, initiatives and deliver results on time * Skills in automating security responses with SOAR, scripts, AI agents is considered an asset * Completion of GIAC, EC-Council, ISC2 or other equivalent cyber security certification is required MyRewards@MNP With a focus on high-potential earnings, MNP is proud to offer customized rewards that support our unique culture and a balanced lifestyle to thrive at work and outside of the office. You will be rewarded with generous base pay, vacation time, 4 paid personal days, a group pension plan with 4% matching, voluntary savings products, bonus programs, flexible benefits, mental health resources, exclusive access to perks and discounts, professional development assistance, MNP University, a flexible ‘Dress For Your Day’ environment, firm sponsored social events and more! Diversity@MNP We embrace diversity as a core value and celebrate our differences. We believe each team member contributes unique gifts and amplifying their potential makes our business stronger. We encourage people with disabilities to apply. Future/Current Opportunity: Current #LI-Hybrid

What you’ll do

The Cyber Security Operations Specialist will investigate security alerts, respond to incidents, and conduct digital forensics to mitigate threats. They will also maintain security policies, monitor vulnerability postures, and collaborate with IT teams to enhance infrastructure security.

Requirements

Candidates must have at least 5 years of progressive experience in cyber security and possess strong knowledge of IT infrastructure and networking. A professional cyber security certification such as GIAC, EC-Council, or ISC2 is required.

Benefits

• Generous base pay • Vacation time • 4 paid personal days • Group pension plan with 4% matching • Voluntary savings products • Bonus programs • Flexible benefits • Mental health resources • Exclusive access to perks and discounts • Professional development assistance • MNP University • Flexible dress code

Listed skills

• analysis · Preferred
• Organization · Preferred
• Collaboration · Preferred
• balanced · Preferred
• Health · Preferred
• Teams · Preferred
• Communication · Preferred
• Development · Preferred
• Time · Preferred
• future · Preferred
• Accounting · Preferred
• Flexible · Preferred

Other relevant skills

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• Cyber security
• Threat hunting
• Digital forensics
• Incident response
• Security alerts analysis
• Vulnerability management
• Network security
• IT infrastructure administration
• Cloud security
• Security policy enforcement
• SOAR
• Scripting
• AI agents
• Troubleshooting
• Communication skills
• Collaboration
• Security Investigations
• Security Tools
• Influencing Skills
• Cyber Operations
• Cybercrime
• Technical Issues
• Policy Development
• Business Operations
• IT Infrastructure
• Cyber Threat Hunting
• Cyber Risk
• Business Advisory
• AI Agents
• Accounting
• Automation
• Mental Health
• Communication
• Security Controls
• Cyber Security
• Development Aid
• Digital Forensics
• Disabilities
• Discounts And Allowances
• Incident Response
• GIAC Certifications
• Innovation
• Security Awareness
• Security Policies
• Business Strategies
• Troubleshooting (Problem Solving)
• Vulnerability Management
• Process Improvement
• Investigation
• Technical Acumen

Job areas

• Technology
• Security & Safety
• Finance & Accounting
• Consulting
• Cybersecurity Specialist
• Cyber Security Specialist / Technician
• Database and Network Professionals Not Elsewhere Classified
• Information Security Analysts