Sr. Consultant - Cybersecurity | Remote, Vancouver, BC
WFA Digital Insight
As the demand for cybersecurity experts continues to skyrocket, with a 25% increase in job openings in the past year, professionals with a strong background in security architecture and enterprise architecture frameworks are in high demand. Optiv, a leader in the industry, is looking for a skilled Senior Consultant to join their team. With the shift to remote work, companies are looking for experts who can not only deliver high-quality results but also provide top-notch training and education to their teams. If you're a seasoned cybersecurity professional looking for a new challenge, this role could be the perfect fit. Before applying, make sure you have a solid understanding of key concepts such as vulnerability assessments, data classification, and incident response.
Job Description
About the Role
The Senior Consultant - Cybersecurity will be a key member of Optiv's team, responsible for delivering high-quality results and driving training and education initiatives. This is a fully remote position, allowing you to work from anywhere, and will be a great fit for someone who is self-motivated and able to work independently. As a Senior Consultant, you will be working closely with the delivery team, practice management, and client management team to establish and maintain productive and respectful relationships.The ideal candidate will have a strong technical background, with experience in security architecture and enterprise architecture frameworks such as SABSA, TOGAF, and O-ESA. You will be responsible for leading complex projects, driving training and education initiatives, and providing technical expertise to the team. If you're looking for a new challenge and have a passion for cybersecurity, this could be the perfect role for you.
What You Will Do
- Lead complex projects and act as a technical escalation point for other consultants
- Deliver timely engagements and work closely with Practice Directors to drive training and education initiatives
- Lead in capacity planning and HW specification recommendation efforts
- Lead in all Technology deployment activities, connector configuration, custom rule development, workflow configuration and development, and third-party system integration
- Lead in business impact analysis, risk analysis, recovery planning efforts
- Lead User Acceptance Testing and bug-related engineering efforts
- Design, implement and educate on specific technology build processes, code migration, and source control use
- Provide knowledge transfer and post-production support activities as necessary
- Complete administrative project tasks like time and expense entry, status reporting, and project completion reporting
- Act as a contributor in Optiv communities for solutions of focus
What We Are Looking For
- Bachelor's degree and approximately 5-7 years of related work experience
- Approximately 4-7 years of technical architecture experience
- Desirable experience within one or more of the following Security Architecture and/or Enterprise Architectural Frameworks (e.g. SABSA, TOGAF, O-ESA)
- Knowledge of general security concepts and methods such as vulnerability assessments, data classification, privacy assessments, incident response, security policy creation, enterprise security strategies, architectures and governance
- Strong understanding of networking (TCP/IP, OSI model), operating system fundamentals (Windows, UNIX, mainframe), security technologies (firewalls, IDS/IPS, etc.) and application programming/scripting languages (C, Java, Perl, Shell)
- Strong understanding of regulatory requirements and compliance issues affecting clients related to privacy and data protection, such as PCI DSS, GLBA, Basel II, EU Data Protection Directive, International Cross Border, OSFI and U.S. State Data Privacy Laws
- Working knowledge of operating systems, virtual machine environments, mainframe security packages, and relational database management systems
- Willingness to travel to meet client needs
- Related professional certifications such as the CISSP, CISM, and/or CISA
Nice to Have
- Experience with cloud-based security solutions
- Knowledge of emerging technologies such as AI, blockchain, and IoT
- Familiarity with DevOps practices and tools
- Experience with security orchestration and automation
- Certification in ITIL or similar frameworks
Benefits and Perks
- Competitive salary range of 03,000 -37,000 CAD per year
- Opportunities for professional growth and development
- Flexible and remote work arrangements
- Access to cutting-edge technologies and tools
- Collaborative and dynamic work environment
- Comprehensive benefits package, including health, dental, and vision insurance
- Generous paid time off and holidays
How to Stand Out
- Be prepared to provide specific examples of your experience with security architecture and enterprise architecture frameworks
- Make sure you have a strong understanding of key concepts such as vulnerability assessments, data classification, and incident response
- Highlight your ability to work independently and lead complex projects
- Be prepared to discuss your experience with regulatory requirements and compliance issues
- Don't be afraid to ask questions during the interview process, it shows you're interested in the role and willing to learn
- Make sure your resume and online profiles are up-to-date and showcase your skills and experience
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