Cyber Security Analyst - Jobs in Toronto, ON

Job Description

A career at Arup offers you the chance to make a positive difference in the world. Independently owned and independently minded, we attract a diverse mix of people to work on ground-breaking global projects. We have an ambitious commitment to be the digital leader in the built environment and have digital teams and experts all over the world, who collaborate on world-leading software, data and technology projects and products. Being a global team means we value people with diverse experiences, backgrounds, specialisms and skills.Our Digital Technology team are proud winners of the IT Team of the Year for 2021 at the Chartered Institute of IT’s UK IT Industry Awards.The roleWe are looking for cyber security analysts for our growing global cyber security operations team, and have a vacancy to be based from one of our offices in Toronto, Melbourne or Singapore. You will help protect Arup’s digital infrastructure and data from cyber attack. You will monitor networks and systems, detect security threats (events), analyse and assess alarms, and report on threats, intrusion attempts and false alarms, either resolving them or escalating them, depending on the severity.The security operations team is a team of seven people distributed globally. The cyber security analyst role reports to the security operations service leader.“Being a graduate and starting in a new team can be intimidating, but from my very first day with the Cyber Security team I felt welcome. Across varying skill levels, ranging from juniors to top industry professionals, the team goes above and beyond to support each other, find solutions, and build companywide awareness of the importance of cyber security. Your perspective is always considered and appreciated, which really makes you feel like you’re making a difference to Arup and to our peoples security.” - Yana, UKYou should apply if:

• You are interested in cyber security, and have a solid foundation in technology
• You have an analytical mind and enjoy solving problems
• You enjoy learning new skills and sharing your knowledge with others

Responsibilities of the role include

• Researching and evaluating emerging cyber security threats and ways to manage them
• Conducting risk and vulnerability assessments
• Monitoring for attacks, intrusions and unusual, unauthorised or illegal activity. Investigating security alerts and provide incident response
• Using advanced analytic tools to determine emerging threat patterns and vulnerabilities
• Engaging in ethical hacking, for example, simulating security breaches
• Identifying potential weaknesses and implementing measures, such as firewalls and encryption
• Playing an active part in our cyber security team: helping to build an inclusive environment, sharing your knowledge, and promoting development best practices with colleagues within the team and across Arup
• Providing out-of-hours support on a rota basis

Please don’t be discouraged if you don’t meet every point below – if you meet most, and are strongly motivated by the role, and willing to learn, we are still interested in hearing from you.Requirements and skillsEssential skills and knowledge:

• Analytical and problem-solving skills to identify and assess risks, threats, patterns and trends
• Significant experience (5 years) in security incident analysis and response, preferably in a security operations centre environment
• Strong communication skills and the ability to accommodate different points of view of various stakeholders to find a common solution, particularly at times of pressure or threat
• Excellent emotional intelligence to foster openness and transparency within the team
• Excellent technical knowledge of mainstream operating systems and a wide range of security technologies, such as network security appliances, identity and access management (IAM) systems, anti-malware solutions, automated policy compliance tools, and desktop security tools
• Some technical expertise in threat hunting, system security vulnerabilities and remediation techniques, network and web-related protocols (for example TCP/IP, UDP, IPSEC, HTTP)

Bear in mind that:

• You may need to participate in an out-of-hours support rota
• Sometimes you’ll need to travel to other offices
• Successful candidates must pass a disclosure and barring security check

Required behaviours:

• A passion for diversity, recognizing the innovation and competitive edge that comes from a diverse highly skilled team where equal opportunities are truly valued
• The ability to empower others to succeed, giving staff the confidence and support to thrive, develop and excel at what they do
• Excellent written/verbal communication skills with both non-technical as well as technical audiences managing successful communications with governance boards and stakeholders
• Open-minded collaborative approach to problem solving, improvement and leadership with an empathy for the needs of clients and customers
• Ability to influence others to consider your point of view and gain support and agreement for plans, changes and new approaches
• Ability to establish and agree direction when there is lack of clarity from stakeholders
• Self starter, pragmatic, flexible and comfortable with ambiguity, able to align business and Digital Technology Group vision to deliver clarit

Reward and Benefits:Benefits that Work - At Arup, we have a comprehensive and valuable benefits program that works for our employees and their families. These are 100% paid for by Arup expect for optional life insurance. These benefits provide health and welfare security for you as well as paid time off for rest and renewal. Our Global Profit Share Plan (paid bi-annually) provides an opportunity for you to share in the success of the Firm. As a valued employee of Arup, you can also choose to participate in our GRRSP 5% company match to help you save for your future.Flexible Working - We believe that flexible arrangements create a more inclusive way of working that supports our diversity and the wellbeing of our people. Options for alternative schedules and the ability to work outside of the office for a portion of your workweek are available.COVID-19 Vaccination Requirement - Arup requires all new employees to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19. The successful applicant will, therefore, be required, as a condition of employment, to provide Arup with satisfactory proof of COVID-19 vaccination, subject to legally-required accommodation required under applicable human rights legislation. Arup is an equal opportunity employer and consistent with federal, state, provincial and local requirements, will consider requests for accommodation based on disability or creed/religion (e.g., sincerely held religious beliefs) where it is able to do so without undue hardship to Arup.Arup is an Equal Opportunity Employer - We consider all qualified candidates regardless of national origin, veteran, disability, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or other status protected by law. If you need any assistance or accommodations due to a disability, please contact us at americasbenefits@arup.com.No agencies pleaseStay safe online - Arup will never ask for payment or your bank details as part of our recruitment processQuick Apply

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