Senior Security Engineer
Senior Security Engineer
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11-07-2025
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Join a Challenger
Being a traditional bank just isnt our thing. We are big believers in innovating the banking experience because we believe Canadians deserve better options and we challenge ourselves and our teams to creatively transform whats possible in banking. Our team is made up of inquisitive and agile minds that find smarter ways of doing things. If youre not afraid of taking on big challenges and redefining the future you belong with us. Youll get to work with people who will encourage you to reach new heights. We like to keep things fun ask questions and learn together.
We are a big (and growing!) family. Overall we serve more than 670000 people acrossCanadathrough Equitable BankCanadasChallenger Bank and have been around for more than 50 years. Equitable Banks wholly-owned subsidiary Concentra Bank supports credit unions acrossCanadathat serve more than six million members. Together we have over$125 billionin combined assets under management and administration with a clear mandate to drive change in Canadian banking to enrich peoples lives. Our customers have named our EQ Bank digital platform () one of the top banks in Canada on the Forbes Worlds Best Banks list since 2021.
Purpose of the Job
As a Senior Security Engineer with a strong Cloud Security background the candidate will have an in depth Zero Trust and SASE security model understanding. Cloud Logs Acquisition and Analysis Cloud Investigations Security Engineering & Architecture Use Case Development Playbook Development SIEM Log Integration Threat Detection Tuning are part of the job requirements.
One of the primary responsibilities will be monitoring configuring tuning and maintaining the ZTNA services for the Information Security Group. The incumbent will work to build interconnected systems that improve efficiency of Information Security Operations. The candidate will also periodically be required to work with external vendors auditors and regulators as well on security compliance and audit related events.
Main Activities:
Provide detailed analysis and recommendations after monitoring security events from several sources such as: IDS/IPS DLP Anti-Virus/Endpoint Protection Network and web application firewalls.
Examine appraise and interpret correlation metrics develop dashboards and reports.
Tuning of rules filters and policies for detection-related security technologies to improve accuracy and visibility.
Akamai Web Application Security: engineering deployment integration and operations of Web Application Firewall security solutions.
Performing hands-on Web Application Firewall deployment configuration policy fine-tuning and maintenance.
Improve and support application security tool deployments including static analysis and runtime testing tools.
Protect enterprise pipeline on Azure DevOps and integrate applications running on AKS PCF and Docker using Aqua Security platform. Lead the security incident response by performing relevant investigation and forensic analysis of each incident and applying the necessary security mitigations.
Train and educate Security staff other Technology Group and external business partners on Zero Trust Network Architecture
Manage SIEM elements such as Log collection Normalization Correlation and Aggregation
Perform required compliance related activities and provide support for PCI DSS and other audit related requirements.
Participate in new security solutions evaluation design and implementation.
Maintain documentation of tools logic policies and procedures.
Participate in security risks threats and vulnerabilities assessment.
On call off-hours and/or shift work will be required.
Knowledge/Experience Requirements:
Advanced degree in Computer Science or related field is highly preferred
A minimum of eight (8) years in an information security function or role.
Experience with cloud security including AWS Azure and Google Cloud Platform.
Experience with security compliance frameworks such as ISO 27001 NIST and SOC 2.
CISSP or similar certification is preferred.
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with minimal guidance and supervision.
Extended experience in security solutions including SIEM SOAR Firewall Web Proxy and WAF.
Expert in: Strong Authentication End Point Security Internet Policy Enforcement Web Content Filtering Public Key Infrastructure (PKI) Data Loss Prevention (DLP) Identity and Access Management (IAM) solutions Secure Wi-Fi.
Ability to adapt to constantly changing technical regulatory and compliance environments.
The incumbent is expected to interact with all employees including executives and thus good verbal and written skills are important.
Experience working in a banking or financial services environment is an asset.
Technical knowledge of Unix/Linux Windows computer networks computer servers VMware SQL Server firewalls anti-malware tools IDS/IPS encryption and other IT infrastructure technologies.
Strong Knowledge of common networking services and protocols (TCP/IP SSH FTP DNS DHCP SMTP SSL etc.).
Excellent organized structured logical thinking and detail oriented analytic skills are required.
Ability to think out of the box for solutions to technical problems.
Job Complexities/Thinking Challenges:
The positions focus is on quality control within the IT infrastructure.
This includes designing building and defending scalable secure and robust systems; working on operational data center systems and cloud networks; helping the organization understand advanced cyber threats; and helping to create strategies to protect those assets.
Develop and implement security strategies for cloud-based systems including the use of encryption access controls and monitoring tools.
Conduct regular vulnerability assessments and penetration testing to identify and mitigate potential security risks.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop and implement security protocols for new and existing systems.
Develop and carry out information security plans and policies including strategies to respond to and recover from a security breach.
Raise awareness on information security standards policies and best practices.
Monitor networks and systems for security breaches through the use of detection tools for intrusions and anomalous system behavior.
Accountability:
Facilitates the implementation of Static scans Dynamic scans Pen Test Infrastructure Container Cloud scans.
Ensures Security controls and best practices are followed by working closely with the product and platform teams to plan implement and monitor security controls.
Identify and execute on opportunities to automate internal cloud and platform security controls with Secure DevOps/Secure SDLC in mind.
Provide subject matter expertise and conduct in-depth security reviews of applications and microservices.
Identify and propose process improvements and opportunities for new processes and procedures to reduce risk.
Lead incident response including steps to minimize the impact and then conducting a technical and forensic investigation into how the breach happened and determine the extent of the damage.
What we offer For full-time permanent roles
Competitive discretionary bonus
Market leading RRSP match program
Medical dental vision life and disability benefits
Employee Share Purchase Plan
Maternity/Parental top-up while you care for your little one
Generous vacation policy and personal days
Virtual events to connect with your fellow colleagues
Annual professional development allowance and a comprehensive Career Development program
A fulfilling opportunity to join one of the top FinTechs and help create a new kind of banking experience
The incumbent will be working hybrid and in office time will be spent working from Equitable Banks additional office space located at 2200-25 Ontario Street Toronto ON.
Equitable Bank is deeply committed to inclusion. Our organization is stronger and our employees thrive when we honour and celebrate everyones diverse experiences and perspectives. In tandem with that commitment we support and encourage our staff to grow not just in their career path but personally as well.
We commit to providing a barrier-free recruitment process and work environment for all applicants. Please let us know of any accommodations needed so that you can bring your best self to the application process and candidates considered for hire must successfully pass a criminal background check and credit check to qualify for hire. While we appreciate your interest in applying an Equitable recruiter will only contact leading candidates whose skills and qualifications closely match the requirements of the position.
We cant wait to get to know you!
Required Experience:
Senior IC
Employment Type
Full-Time
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