Senior Information Security Analyst

Job title: Senior Information Security Analyst

Job description: Reference # JG-14603

Meridia Recruitment Solutions has partnered with BF&M, a leading insurance provider with operations in Bermuda, Halifax and across the Caribbean, to recruit for their Senior Information Security Analyst in Halifax, Nova Scotia.

BF&M takes great pride in helping their customers protect what matters most, as well as giving back to the communities in which they work. BF&M is comprised of several companies selling health, life, pension, property and casualty insurance products.

Role Description:

Reporting to the AVP, Information Security & Compliance Officer, the Senior Information Security Analyst will be responsible to provide guidance to the IT security operations function in the day-to-day operation of security solutions, and to lead the identification, investigation, and resolution of security incidents. This position is expected to uphold BF&M security goals as established by stated policies, procedures, and guidelines.

Your responsibilities will include:

Strategy & Planning

• Participate in the planning and design of a cybersecurity target operating model.
• Participate in the creation of enterprise security documents (policies, standards, baselines, guidelines, and procedures).
• Participate in the planning, design and ongoing evolution of enterprise security capabilities, e.g. cyber risk management, security incident response, vulnerability & patch management, security awareness, etc.
• Participate in the planning and design of enterprise security architecture.

Acquisition & Deployment

• Maintain up-to-date detailed knowledge of the information security industry including awareness of new or revised security solutions, improved security processes, and the development of new attacks and threat vectors.
• Recommend new security solutions or enhancements to existing security solutions to improve overall enterprise security.
• Perform the deployment, integration, and initial configuration of new security solutions and of any enhancements to existing security solutions in accordance with standard best operating procedures and BF&M security documents specifically.

Operational Management

• Establish and maintain operational configurations of in-place security solutions.
• Monitor in-place security solutions for efficient and appropriate operations, including capacity and lifecycle requirements.
• Lead investigations into anomalous events and cybersecurity incidents.
• Participate in the design and execution of vulnerability assessments, penetration tests, and security audits.
• Conduct cyber risk assessments.
• Participate in the design and collection of monthly/quarterly information security KPI/KRI metrics.
• Monitor information security compliance for BF&M regulatory requirements.

Your Qualifications:

• College diploma or university degree in computer science and/or minimum of ten (10) years equivalent work experience in an information technology related field, with a minimum of five (5) in a dedicated information security role.
• One or more of the following active certifications considered a strong asset:

• Certified Information Security System Professional (CISSP)
• Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH)
• CompTIA Security+
• GIAC Information Security Fundamentals
• Microsoft Certified Systems Administrator: Security
• Experience with supporting and troubleshooting multi-vendor security environments.
• Strong understanding of IP, TCP/IP, and other network administration protocols.
• Working technical knowledge of:

• Security incident response management
• Threat hunting methodologies and best practices
• Vulnerability management technologies and practices
• Risk assessment methodologies and practices
• Security technologies (Firewalls, IDS/IPS, VPN, DLP, AV etc.)
• LAN/WAN network security methodologies and best practices
• Server platforms (UNIX, Windows etc.) and desktop security, including network/host based security, wireless and mobile devices
• Current legislation and regulations with respect to data privacy in financial services
• Security methodologies, controls and practices in financial services and regulated environments
• NIST Cybersecurity Framework
• Proven analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to be self-directed, including effectively prioritizing and executing tasks.
• Ability to conduct research into information security issues and products as required.
• Ability to present ideas in business-friendly and user-friendly language.
• Team-oriented and skilled in working within a collaborative environment.

To express interest in this opportunity, please click on the “Apply Now” button below.

For more information contact Brooke Ireland, Senior Consultant at 902-421-1214. If you require accommodation to participate in the recruitment process, please let Brooke know.

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Company: Meridia Recruitment Solutions

Expected salary:

Location: Nova Scotia

Job date: Wed, 05 May 2021 07:01:46 GMT