Job Description

emergiTEL is hiring a Cyber Security Engineer for our client in the fintech / crypto industry. This is a Permanent role.
Compensation: $108,000 – $135,000 per year
Location: Etobicoke, ON (Hybrid – 2 days onsite per week)
(English)

• Design, implement, and harden security infrastructure across an AWS-based cloud environment.
• Build and improve vulnerability management and reporting processes for infrastructure and applications.
• Lead and coordinate security incident response, including investigation, remediation, and postmortems.
• Implement and manage SIEM, monitoring, alerting, and detection capabilities.
• Partner with engineering teams to design and maintain secure systems and development practices.
• Develop automation and tooling to improve security operations and reduce manual effort.
• Evaluate and strengthen IAM policies, access controls, and cloud security configurations.
• Support application security initiatives, including secure SDLC practices, threat modeling, and testing workflows.
• Manage external penetration testing engagements and track remediation activities.
• Collaborate with vendors, auditors, and compliance stakeholders on security and regulatory initiatives.
• Contribute to security policies, standards, and operational procedures aligned with regulatory requirements.
• Assess overall organizational security posture and provide practical recommendations for improvement.

Required Qualifications

• 5–7 years of hands-on experience securing AWS and cloud-native infrastructure.
• Strong knowledge of networking, Linux systems, IAM, and infrastructure security best practices.
• Experience with application security and secure software delivery.
• Experience managing penetration testing programs and remediation.
• Background in fintech, cryptocurrency, or other regulated environments.
• Strong understanding of modern security threats and defensive controls.
• Ability to write code, automation, or tooling to improve security operations.
• Proven incident response and troubleshooting skills.
• Comfortable working in high-ownership, fast-moving environments.

Nice to Have

• Experience implementing or operating SIEM platforms.
• Security automation, orchestration, or detection engineering experience.
• Experience with SAST/DAST tools and workflows.
• Familiarity with FINTRAC, MiCA, DORA, PIPEDA, PCI-DSS, or SOC 2.
• Security certifications (OSCP, CISSP, GIAC, Security+, or cloud security certifications).

Vacancy Status / Statut du poste

This is an active position currently open for hiring. 

Use of Artificial Intelligence / Utilisation de l'intelligence artificielle

No artificial intelligence (AI) is used in the screening or selection process. All applications are reviewed by our recruitment team. 

Equal Opportunity / Égalité des chances

emergiTEL is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace. We welcome applications from all qualified individuals regardless of background. Hiring decisions are based solely on skills, experience, and qualifications relevant to the role.