About the Role
The Senior Security Engineer works closely with the Infrastructure and Information Security teams to establish and maintain network security and performance by implementing process and systems, documenting procedures/policies/systems, troubleshooting security related problems, and monitoring the environment to ensure system security, availability and reliability. Security responsibilities include leading the identification of and responding to security events, documentation and implementation of policies for cyber security, disaster recovery and business continuity needs, while leading in the migration of non-compliant environments to compliant environments, as well as implementation of procedures and methods for auditing and addressing non-compliance to information security standards.
Responsibilities
- Assist with the implementation and maintenance of PPI's Cybersecurity systems and controls
- Assist with the implementation and maintenance of PPI's Security technologies, including Firewalls, IPS/IPD, vulnerability scanners, SIEM system, etc.
- Assist with the implementation and maintenance of PPI's IT management infrastructure including the automation of IT tasks, standard build, monitoring and paging, managed patch deployment, managed application deployment.
- Participate as a senior member of the Vulnerability Management team.
- Participate as a senior member of the Incident Management team.
- Participate as a senior member of the Security Configuration team.
- Provide support, training, and knowledge transfer to other team members.
- Assist with keeping PPI's IT/Cybersecurity documentation up-to-date.
- Assist with the documentation of PPI's security and IT policies.
- Assist with reporting on PPI's security posture.
- Assist with mitigating/resolving identified security vulnerabilities.
- Troubleshoot, diagnose and repair Tier 3 level technical issues.
- Respond, mitigate and recovery assigned security events.
- Assist with compiling monthly security reports and updating KPIs.
- Assist with testing and scanning for vulnerabilities and documenting results.
- Assist with monitoring for security breaches.
- Maintain field expertise through additional training as needed.
- Travel to various PPI locations to assist with security systems implementation, as required.
- Provide on-call support as part of PPI’s rotational on-call schedule for approximately 10 weeks per year, with premium compensation for assigned on-call weeks.
- Handle additional projects and security-related responsibilities as requested and assigned.
Requirements
- A minimum of 7 years of experience in a related capacity, preferably in a financial services or insurance environment
- Demonstrated project management abilities and able to work with minimal supervision
- Proven skill as creative problem-solver with ability to troubleshoot IT technical problems at a Tier 3 level
- Must be able to travel
- Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S.
- Unable to support or take over sponsorship of employment visas at this time, including H-1B visas and participation in STEM OPT work authorizations.
Skills
- Demonstrated proficiency with scripting, preferably PowerShell
- In-depth knowledge and experience with security technologies: Firewalls, IPS/IPD, vulnerability scanners, and SIEM System, including firewall rule building and maintaining
- Hands on experience with monitoring, network diagnostic and network analytic tools
- Exemplary interpersonal skills with a demonstrated ability to develop and maintain relationships and work harmoniously with multiple teams
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills with proficiency in documentation
- Experience with Cybersecurity Frameworks such as OSFI or NIST Cybersecurity Framework
- Demonstrated flexibility and adaptability in the face of ambiguous situations, shifting demands and challenging work environments
- Outstanding organizational skills; ability to handle multiple priorities
- Exemplary ethical standards with a proven ability to handle confidential and sensitive information with the highest level of discretion
- Bilingualism (English and French) beneficial but not required
- Knowledge of Microsoft Office programs; Outlook, Word, Excel and PowerPoint in particular
Location
- Hybrid work environment
- Working from home up to 3 days per week
Work Type
- Hybrid
Experience Level
- Senior
Education Level
- Degree in computer sciences or related discipline required
Salary/Compensations
- Starts at $120,000 and will be commensurate with the candidate’s experience and skill set.
Benefits
- Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
- Company-Paid Term Life, AD&D Insurance, Long and Short-Term Disability Insurance
- Company-Paid Health Advocate Benefit
- Wellness Allowance
- Generous Paid Time Off Plan and Holidays
- 401(k) With Company Match
- Competitive Bonus Program
- Employee Assistance Program
- Employee Discount Program
About the Company
- PPI (an independent subsidiary of iA Financial) is an Insurance Marketing Organization that sits between independent advisors and insurance companies.
- From coast-to-coast, we provide value-added services and support such as digital tools, education, marketing, and processing, to help advisors elevate and grow their business with a socially responsible mindset.
- At PPI, each day you have the opportunity to make a meaningful difference when you support our independent insurance advisors in providing financial security and peace of mind to their clients: Canadian families and businesses.
- When you join PPI you will be part of a diverse, inclusive and equitable place to work that values different perspectives.
- You will benefit from a culture that is people-focused, inclusive and collaborative with opportunities to learn and develop your skills, develop your career and make a meaningful impact.
- Our people drive our progress through innovative ideas and a commitment to excellence.
- We work hard and always ensure we have fun along the way.
- iA American Warranty LP, American Amicable Group of Companies, iA American Life Insurance Company and Industrial Alliance Portfolio Management LLC are all part of iA Financial Group, one of the largest insurance and wealth management groups in North America.
- In the last few years, iA American has been thoughtfully built by iA Financial Group through the acquisition of several US based entities.
- Our suite of products and services includes automotive protection packages, reinsurance options, dealer support, direct-to-consumer products, in-house administration, life insurance, progressive special markets, and more!
- iA Financial Group is the fourth largest life and health insurance company in Canada and offers a wide range of products for all stages of life and to meet the needs of clients across its vast sales network.
- Founded in 1892, iA Financial Group’s stability and solidity make it an employer of choice that invests in its employees and their development over the long term.
- Our CEO Denis Ricard won #1 Insurance CEO in Canada from Glassdoor!
- iA American has been thoughtfully built by iA Financial Group through the acquisition of Innovative Aftermarket Systems (IAS), SouthwestRe, and Dealers Assurance Company (DAC).
- Our US headquarters is in Austin, TX.
- American Amicable traces its roots back to 1910 and is a progressive special markets insurer.
- Based in Waco, TX, the Company offers innovative life insurance and annuity products developed to target the individual needs of protection, wealth creation, and estate preservation.
- iA Financial Group is the strength of a company with a human side, with its over 9,000 employees.
- Together, we have earned the trust of more than five million clients and 50,000 advisors who have chosen us for their insurance, savings, and wealth management.
- With over $200 billion in assets and half a billion invested in technological innovation, we’re a key player in the financial services industry in Canada and the United States.
- The secret to our success? Investing in you, one person at a time.
- Because, for over 125 years, we have believed that it’s by supporting our employees and surrounding ourselves with the most reputable leaders in the industry, we will continue to innovate.
- We’re invested in you.
Equal Opportunity
- At PPI, each day you have the opportunity to make a meaningful difference when you support our independent insurance advisors in providing financial security and peace of mind to their clients: Canadian families and businesses.
- When you join PPI you will be part of a diverse, inclusive and equitable place to work that values different perspectives.
- Our differences make us unique, and even stronger. That’s why, at iA Financial Group, we are committed to supporting and celebrating diversity.
- We are continually building a team that is as diverse as the people and communities we serve.
- By combining our different ways of seeing and experiencing the world, we will always be stronger than the sum of our parts!
