As a key member of our Advisory Services Team the Information Security Consultant role will be responsible for the delivery of eSentire Managed Vulnerability Service (MVS) including testing and assessment of customer network infrastructure and applications. Activities will include but are not limited to vulnerability assessments, evaluating information security controls and solutions, implementing Endpoint Detection & Response (EDR) solutions, detailed reporting, and providing remediation recommendations for identified issues. The role will also provide subject matter expertise in areas of network security, application security, attack & defense techniques and countermeasures, supporting both external and internal Clients.

Requirements:

University Degree or College Diploma in Computer Sciences, Information Technology or a related field or equivalent combination of education and experience
Minimum of 3+ years of information security experience in either testing or consulting roles
Technical knowledge of security industry best practices and procedures
Understanding of UNIX and Windows-based operating systems, networking, firewalls and the TCP/IP protocol suite is required
Understanding of security assessment frameworks and procedures, including following industry best practice methodologies for penetration testing (e.g., OWASP guidelines).
Demonstrated experience running and managing network and application vulnerability scanning and assessment tools
Develop, maintain, and implement best practice configurations for onboarding new customers into eSentire’s CarbonBlack Cloud and Crowdstrike Endpoint Detection & Response solution.
Support the eSentire Security Operations Center acting as tier 3 support for security investigations and configuration implementation
Provide support for Sales and Technical Pre-Sales opportunities in collaboration with eSentire’s Sales team
Collaborate with the security research teams across the company to improve the quality of service delivered
Excellent verbal and written communication skills including the ability to write clear and concise assessment reports

What experience would be useful in this role?

Experience with deploying and utilizing vulnerability assessment tools:
Network, endpoint and web application scanners
Enterprise vulnerability management platforms
Experience with deploying Endpoint Security based solutions:
Crowdstike Falcon
CarbonBlack Standard Cloud
Microsoft’s Defender for Endpoint
Symantec Endpoint Security
Cisco AMP

Desired:

Project management experience related to information security assessment projects.
Knowledge of security compliance policy, programs, processes, and metrics.
Non-vendor specific certifications such as:
Any GIAC security certification
Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH)
Offensive Security Certified Professional (OSCP)
Offensive Security Certified Expert (OSCE)
Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP)
Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA)
Certified Information Security Manager (CISM)
Certified Risk Management Professional (CRMP)
Certified in Risk and Information Systems Control (CRISC)
Information Systems Security Management Professional (ISSMP)
System Security Certified Practitioner (SSCP)
Some scripting & programming knowledge is an asset.
Vulnerability assessment experience in OT environments is an asset.

We Offer You:

At eSentire we work in a collaborative and innovative work environment. We work with brilliant and passionate people who strive and encourage others to do their best. eSentire’s idea-rich environment welcomes creative and sometimes unconventional perspectives!

We continually create a rewarding place to work. We want you to thrive in it and contribute to it. We provide:

Wonderful colleagues you’ll be proud to work with and learn from
Subsidies for professional accreditation
Annual taxable spending account specifically for your wellness, including health clubs, sports team registration fees, or fitness items (to name a few)
Competitive referral bonus up for referrals of top talent
One of the fastest growing companies in Canada with growing operations internationally
Waterloo Area's Top Employers 2021 Canada's Top Small & Medium Employers 2020
Attractive compensation plans to ensure we hire, keep and reward team members
Full benefits package including paid parental leave, a matching RRSP/401k program and medical, dental, vision and life insurance.

At eSentire you will have the opportunity to grow and make an impact from your work. We encourage innovation in all who become part of our team. With growing operations internationally, there is lots of lateral and upward advancement opportunities for rewarding and developing careers with eSentire. We’re strong believers in continuing education and provide the resources that you need to continue learning.

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Information Security Consultant