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You’ll work to identify and stop attacks when they occur, and support in developing and implementing technologies, controls, and processes to prevent them. This is a hybrid role and is open to applicants located within commuting distance of our Hootsuite office in Vancouver or Toronto. In this role, you will report to the Director, Information Security.\nWHAT YOU’LL DO:\nSupport the team in the day-to-day security operations monitoring and response for corporate and customer facing systems\nPerform incident analysis and triage, requiring an understanding of network fundamentals, malware analysis, and de-obfuscation techniques\nAssist in analyzing, escalating, and responding to alerts that originate from our MSSP and other security tools such as SIEM, IDS, Anti-Virus, EDR, WAF, and DLP\nSupport in corporate-wide Security Incident Response Teams to contain threats as identified\nSupport the technical components of the incident response by executing operational runbooks as required\nParticipate in Hootsuite’s security incident on-call rotation schedule\nPerform other related duties as assigned \n WHAT YOU’LL NEED:\nDegree or Diploma in Information Technology, Computer Science or Engineering, along with information security certifications ; complete or willingness to obtain or equivalent combination of education and experience \n1 - 2 years of experience in a security analyst, SOC analyst, incident response analyst, security engineer, or system administrator or similar role\nKnowledge of common critical network protocols and layer 7 technologies such as SMTP, HTTP, HTTP/S, SSL/TLS, DNS, FTP, SSH, and others\nExperience working in a cloud (preferably AWS) environment with CI/CD along with extensive familiarity with Unix / Linux based operating systems\nFamiliarity with Ansible and Terraform is an asset\nSome experience with programming or scripting, including Bash, Python, YAML, and PowerShell\nFundamental understanding of Mac OS, Windows, and Linux operating systems\nApplied understanding of the OSI model, basic networking and analytical aptitude\nThorough understanding of web and mobile application security vulnerabilities, including but not limited to the OWASP Top 10 list of vulnerabilities\nUnderstanding of various log formats from a variety of network and computer devices\nHands on experience with security products, including SIEM, next generation AV, Firewall technologies, Amazon Services\nCollaboration and Teamwork: works with others to deliver results, meaningfully contributing to the team and prioritizing group needs over individual needs\nCreativity and Innovation: seeks new and better ways of doing things, generates original and imaginative ideas, products, or solutions\nCustomer Focus: demonstrates a desire to proactively help and serve internal/external customers meet their needs\nOpen Communication: clearly conveys thoughts, both written and verbally, listening attentively and asking questions for clarification and understanding\nProblem Solving: uses an organized and logical approach to find solutions to complex problems. Looks beyond the obvious to understand the root cause of problem\nChallenges and supports others to create results but also develop new capabilities. Successfully develops the capacity and capability of team and individuals on the team\nWHO YOU ARE:\nSolution seeker: You’re focused on tackling new challenges, solving problems, and moving the business forward-and you don’t wait to be asked.\nLifelong learner: You have a growth mindset - you’re here to learn, experiment, seek, apply, and provide feedback, share what works with your team, and move on from what doesn’t.\nResilient adapter: In the face of change and challenges, you bring a thoughtful, calm approach, and a focus on finding the new opportunity.\nIntentional collaborator. You build positive working relationships across the business, bringing people together to foster new opportunities and to facilitate the efficient flow of information.\nCritical challenger: You have the trust in your team to ask difficult questions in order to get to the best end result.\nActive communicator: You listen actively and communicate ideas and information clearly, inclusively, and proactively.\nIntegrated thinker: You look beyond your role and responsibilities to understand how your team’s work drives broader organizational goals.\nAccountable owner: You take pride in the work you’re responsible for with a mindset of ultimate accountability and reliability for the outcomes.\nBar-raiser: You step up to help your team grow and succeed, even when that means going beyond what might be expected.\nIn all we do, our six guiding principles light the way:\nStep Up: Dare to go beyond the expected to achieve greatness. #StepUp\nOne Team: Make Hootsuite a place we soar together by respecting each other's individuality, building trust, and showing up for the team. #OneTeam #FreeToBeMe\nCustomer Obsessed: Focus relentlessly on helping our customers succeed. #CustomerObsessed\nGo Fast, Be Agile: Widen our competitive advantage by committing to speed and simplicity over perfection and complexity. #GoFastBeAgile\nPlay to Win: Commit to building an incredible, profitable company for our customers, our employees, and our stakeholders. #PlayToWin #NoExcuses\nNeighbours & Allies: Give back to our communities and be an ally. #SocialForGood #Allies\n\nAccommodations will be provided as requested by candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.\nCanada Pay Range For This Role\n$67,700—$94,700 CAD\nUse of AI in Hiring\nHootsuite uses artificial intelligence (AI) to support our recruitment process. 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