Network & Cloud Security Specialist

We’re Sagen

Sagen is Canada’s leading private mortgage insurance company making home ownership more accessible to first time homebuyers. For the past 30 years we have been focused on being the most trusted partner for lenders and brokers.

Our expertise in superior customer service, thought leadership, and industry knowledge has allowed us to be a driving force for our most important stakeholder, our valued customers. Our best-in-class team across the country work tirelessly to make every deal the most important deal. We are 100% Canadian-owned and believe in helping all Canadians achieve their dream of homeownership.

Sagen’s collaborative culture inspires our people to be authentic and curious while pursuing excellence in what they do.

Job Summary

Reporting to the Director, IT Security & Audit, the Network & Cloud Security Specialist is a valued member of a team responsible for the ongoing implementation and monitoring of security controls to mitigate ongoing data security risk involving the loss or exposure of Sagen informational assets.

Responsibilities

• Execute the deployment of security controls for Sagen’s networks and network access including all associated VPN, firewalls, intrusion detection and prevention systems, web application firewalls, and cloud access controls.
• Recommend, deploy and manage strategic security solutions and security control improvements specific to network and cloud security and the enhancing the identification of security events.
• Participate in technical projects and meet tight timelines while dealing with ongoing support responsibilities.
• Technical knowledge/support to automate processes within existing applications and/or other researched solutions.
• Expand on threat scenarios and enable added monitoring/blocking to mitigate potential threats.
• Coordinate with application and business teams to enable protection services and provide guidance through knowledge of network architecture, domains, policy, and processes.
• Monitor the performance of key vendor partners that support the network security programs.
• Contribute to investigations of a forensic and restorative nature.
• Ensure currency of support documentation, operational playbooks, and data catalogues.
• Develop and manage configurations and rules deployed as part of Sagen’s network and cloud security programs.
• Work with the IT Security team and key partners to enhance the detection of events involving the loss or exposure of Sagen’s informational assets.
  
  

Skills And Qualifications

• Post-secondary education with studies focused on audit, risk management and information/cyber security.
• Demonstrated experience and current expertise in network security including firewalls, routing, IDS/IPS, proxy, CASB and WAF technology.
• Demonstrated experience and current expertise in cloud platform security and networking.
• Strong approach to critical thinking, analytics, and detail oriented.
• Able to work extremely well under pressure while maintaining a high level of professionalism.
• Demonstrate a current and working knowledge of Information Security best-practices, methodologies, and techniques.
• Proficiency in technical writing & communication for a business audience.
• Experience working with and monitoring performance of supplier partners.
• Willingness and ability to work with teams and build relationships using an open and respectful communication and collaboration style.
• Professional certifications and membership of associations in the field of information/cyber security (i.e. Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP)), Cloud certifications (AWS/Azure), and networking certifications (CCNA/CCNP).
  
  

What's In It for you!

At Sagen we understand that your health and financial well-being are equally important and offer a total rewards package that includes competitive compensation, annual performance bonus, medical and dental benefits, company funded pension plan, matching RRSP, TFSA and/or Non-registered Savings Plans, work from anywhere days, and an environment that creates a sense of belonging to inspire you to be your very best.

Ready to join Sagen

At Sagen, we are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace, as evidenced by our partnerships with the Canadian Centre for Diversity and Inclusion (CCDI) and Black Mentorship Inc. We strive to create a sense of belonging where all employees, from every background and ability, are welcomed, respected, and empowered to be their authentic selves.

Throughout the selection and hiring process, we encourage candidates to request accommodation to meet their individual needs.