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About the Role
We are looking for a visionary and pragmatic Security Engineer to lead our enterprise security strategy. This is a greenfield opportunity for a true builder who is passionate about risk management, threat mitigation, and embedding security into every layer of operations. The ideal candidate will be a strategic thinker who can define a security roadmap and a hands-on practitioner who can execute it effectively. You will be responsible for the full lifecycle of security operations and will work closely with cross-functional teams to foster a culture of trust, compliance, and continuous improvement.
Responsibilities
- Designing and implementing enterprise security systems and protocols across infrastructure and applications.
- Leading vulnerability triage, verification, and remediation efforts based on SLAs.
- Conducting internal and client-facing security assessments and coordinating risk mitigation strategies.
- Managing incident response and forensic investigations with precision and urgency.
- Developing and maintaining Disaster Recovery and Business Continuity Plans.
- Ensuring compliance with SOC2, ISO 27001, and other relevant frameworks.
- Collaborating with IT, procurement, and development teams to embed security into vendor management and operations.
- Maintaining accurate and up-to-date security documentation, SOPs, and audit trails.
- Launching and maintaining a strategic security roadmap aligned with business goals and industry best practices.
- Supporting infrastructure and database teams with secure architecture guidance.
- Monitoring and auditing internal systems and third-party vendors for compliance and risk.
- Responding to security-related issues and ensuring proper escalation and resolution protocols are followed.
- Mentoring team members and promoting a culture of security awareness and accountability.
Requirements
- Degree/Diploma in Computer Science or related field, or equivalent experience in Information Security.
- Applicable certifications (e.g., CISSP, CEH, OSCP).
- Minimum 8 years of experience in security operations or systems administration.
- A proactive, ownership-driven mindset with a passion for protecting systems and data.
- A strong willingness to learn and adapt, staying current with evolving threat landscapes.
- A pragmatic and adaptable mindset, preferring effective solutions over rigid processes.
- Desire for optimization and streamlining security operations.
- A creative thinker and a natural problem-solver.
- Detail-oriented, understanding that small gaps can lead to big risks.
- A collaborative partner to all teams, not just a gatekeeper.
- Passionate about building secure, resilient systems.
- Able to be flexible with work hours, including occasional evenings in EST to support global teams.
Skills
- Proficiency with penetration testing, vulnerability scanning, SIEM platforms, and endpoint protection.
- Experience implementing and maintaining SOC2, ISO 27001, or similar frameworks.
- Strong understanding of Windows Server, Linux, cloud platforms (Azure/GCP), and network security.
- Experience conducting risk assessments and managing vendor security reviews.
- Proven ability to lead investigations and implement remediation plans.
- Familiarity with scripting languages (Python, Bash) for automation and analysis.
- Strong organizational skills with a focus on clear, auditable documentation.
- Ability to explain complex security concepts to technical and non-technical audiences.
Location
- Toronto GTA
Work Type
- Hybrid
Experience Level
- Minimum 8 years of experience
Education Level
- Degree/Diploma in Computer Science or related field, or equivalent experience in Information Security.
- Applicable certifications (e.g., CISSP, CEH, OSCP).
Salary/Compensations
- $130,000 - $140,000 CAD Annually
Benefits
- Excellent work-life balance
- Flexible hours
- Hybrid working
- Generous vacation policy
- Opportunities for growth and professional development
- A paid day off on your birthday
- One volunteer day off per year
- Intelligent, passionate, and collaborative team members
- Unique business and technical problems
- Strong corporate culture: Monthly company-wide gatherings for global community-building.
- Health benefits including counselling and mental health support
- Competitive compensation including Group RRSP
About the Company
- Advantage Group International is seeking a Security Engineer to join our Technology team.
- Stable company, with an established client-base and a continual steady growth.
- The Advantage Group offers an excellent work-life balance and a culture that values innovation and individual contribution.
Equal Opportunity
- We are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace; therefore, if you’re excited about this role but your experience doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyways. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles at Advantage.