Cybersecurity Consulting Associate
Job Summary
The Cybersecurity Consulting Associate contributes to vulnerability management and security remediation initiatives across enterprise environments. This role involves analysing compliance data coordinating remediation efforts and clearly communicating risks progress and outcomes to both technical and non-technical stakeholders. It requires strong analytical skills solid organisation and the ability to collaborate effectively across teams in a fast-paced consulting environment.
Key Responsibilities
- Analyse security compliance data to identify trends recurring issues and systemic risks and share findings with senior team members
- Use risk-based judgement to prioritise remediation efforts timelines and compensating controls when standard fixes are not viable
- Create and maintain reports and dashboards that clearly show remediation progress open risks and key trends
- Identify and escalate potential downstream risks or blockers that may affect remediation plans
- Maintain accurate tracking documentation including action logs exception rationales and escalation records throughout remediation lifecycles
- Coordinate remediation meetings and follow-ups including agendas action items and outcome summaries
- Build strong cross-functional relationships and serve as a dependable point of contact for vulnerability coordination
- Support environments across Windows Linux and cloud platforms including AWS Azure and GCP
Qualifications :
Required Skills
- 3 years of experience in cybersecurity IT operations project coordination or a related technical or analytical role including internships or academic projects
- Foundational understanding of cybersecurity concepts including vulnerability management risk management and third-party risk management
- Familiarity with recognised security frameworks such as NIST ISO 27001 CIS Controls etc.
- Proven ability to manage multiple workstreams prioritise effectively and meet deadlines independently
- Experience with project tracking tools or processes including action logs follow-ups and stakeholder reporting
- Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to adapt messaging for different audiences
- Strong organisational skills and attention to detail in documentation and reporting
- Confidence in leading challenging risk discussions and managing stakeholder resistance professionally
Nice to have skills
- Experience working in consulting or client-facing environments
- Exposure to vulnerability management platforms or ticketing systems
- Understanding of cloud security principles and shared responsibility models
- Relevant certifications such as CompTIA Security CISSP or CISM completed or in progress
- Experience using data visualisation or reporting tools such as Power BI or Tableau
Additional Information :
At Sopra Steria were proud to be an equal opportunity employer and to nurture a workplace where everyone feels welcome respected and supported. We are committed to fighting all forms of discrimination and building an environment where every individual can thrive. We warmly encourage applications from all qualified candidates including women visible minorities Indigenous peoples and persons with disabilities. If you require accommodations at any stage of the selection process we will be happy to provide them upon request.
Why Join Sopra Steria Canada
Sopra Steria Canada is proud to be certified as a Great Place to Work 2026 a recognition that reflects our commitment to creating an inspiring supportive and peoplefirst environment where every employee can thrive.
What you can look forward to:
- Competitive compensation including a strong base salary and annual performance bonus.
- A comprehensive fully covered benefits package designed with your wellbeing in mind:
- life insurance
- long-term disability
- health dental and vision coverage
- HSA (Health Spending Account)
- Access to Dialogue telehealth
- Sopra Steria covers 100% of premiums so you can focus on growing your career with total peace of mind.
- Generous paid time off including sick leave personal days and 3 weeks of vacation to recharge and take care of what matters most.
- A monthly transportation allowance making your commute smoother and more affordable.
- Excellent learning development and career advancement opportunities backed by active support to help you strengthen your skills. Youll grow within a company culture that is caring collaborative and genuinely inclusive.
- A hybrid work environment that offers the best of both flexibility and connection.
- All the equipment you need to stay productive and perform at your best from day one.
We sincerely thank all applicants for their interest in this opportunity. We truly appreciate the time and effort you put into applying.
Remote Work :
No
Employment Type :
Full-time
About Company
Sopra Steria, a major Tech player in Europe with 52,000* employees in nearly 30 countries, is recognised for its consulting, digital services and solutions. It helps its clients drive their digital transformation and obtain tangible and sustainable benefits. The Group provides end-to- ... View more