Full-Time Technical Specialist, Cybersecurity

Technical Specialist, Cybersecurity

Position Summary As a Technical Specialist in UHN Cybersecurity, you will play a pivotal role in safeguarding our organization's digital assets and infrastructure against cyber threats. Working under the direction of Director of Digital Security, you will be responsible for managing various aspects of cybersecurity, including Privilege Access Management, enhancing security alerts, implementing and refining SOAR systems, overseeing vulnerability management, and elevating the overall cybersecurity posture of the organization.

Duties

• Privilege Access Management (PAM): Manage and administer the Privilege Access Management solution. Define and enforce privileged access policies, ensuring adherence to security best practices. Implement controls to mitigate risks associated with privileged accounts and access. Conduct regular audits and reviews of privileged access usage.
• Enhancement of Security Alerts: Collaborate with the security operations team to analyze and enhance security alerts. Develop and maintain a robust SIEM system to facilitate continuous monitoring by a dedicated team of cybersecurity analysts. Develop and implement strategies to improve the detection and response capabilities of security alerting systems. Investigate and respond to security incidents in a timely manner.
• Implementation and Refinement of SOAR: Lead the implementation and integration of Security Orchestration, Automation, and Response (SOAR) solutions. Customize and optimize SOAR workflows to automate repetitive tasks and streamline incident response processes. Continuously refine SOAR capabilities based on emerging threats and organizational requirements.
• Vulnerability Management: Oversee the vulnerability management program, including vulnerability scanning, assessment, and remediation. Prioritize vulnerabilities based on risk and potential impact to the organization. Coordinate with system owners and IT teams to ensure timely patching and mitigation of vulnerabilities. Monitor and report on the effectiveness of vulnerability management efforts.
• Email Security Management: Administer and manage Proofpoint email security solutions to protect against phishing, malware, and other email-borne threats. Develop and enforce email security policies and procedures. Monitor and analyze email security incidents and respond to threats promptly. Provide ongoing tuning and optimization of Proofpoint systems to enhance email security posture.
• Improvement of Overall Cybersecurity: Work collaboratively with cross-functional teams to identify and address security gaps and weaknesses. Provide expertise and guidance on security best practices, standards, and compliance requirements. Participate in cybersecurity awareness and training initiatives for employees. Stay abreast of industry trends, emerging threats, and new technologies to continuously improve cybersecurity capabilities.

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