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Cybersecurity Consultant - Platform Operations Team

Location: 

Calgary, AB, CA Edmonton, AB, CA Ottawa, ON, CA Vancouver, BC, CA Burnaby, BC, CA Toronto, ON, CA

Req ID:  52966
Jobs by Category:  Security & Automation
Job Function:  Cybersecurity
Status:  Full Time
Schedule:  Regular

Join our team and what we'll accomplish together

 

We live in a fast-paced cyber-world where protecting our information has become paramount. At TELUS Security, we strive to always be steps ahead, tackling the toughest security challenges head-on with top talent and cutting edge technology. As part of the cyber security operations team you will be applying security disciplines across new domains of big data, cloud, wireless & wireline networks, and massive converged edge networks for TELUS as the Anchor Client. 

 

As a Security Consultant on our world-class Cybersecurity Platforms Operations team, you'll play a crucial role in securing TELUS through the operation and maintenance of various security platforms. Working alongside an impressive and diverse team of cyber-security professionals, you'll provide hands-on support for a broad range of security technologies including firewalls, web security, email security, VPNs, anti-DDoS, and IAM solutions, and support the teams that depend on those systems.

 

 

What you'll do

 

 

  • Provide operational support and lifecycle management for security infrastructure and work within security programs, policies, and procedures
  • Participate in 24/7 on-call rotation and special events to support critical security services
  • Perform work and configuration changes during overnight maintenance windows
  • Support critical investigations and incident response
  • Provide a major contribution or a leading role in assigned portfolios while continuing to learn and contribute to other technology areas
  • Participate in risk assessments and conduct compliance checks
  • Collaborate with industry-leading vendors like Radware, Trend Micro, Netscout, Palo Alto, Juniper
  • Drive continuous improvement of our security posture with the help of automation and monitoring teams

What you bring

 

  • Post-secondary diploma/certification with 3-5 years of equivalent experience
  • Professional certifications: CCNA, CISSP or equivalent technical security certification
  • Intermediate proficiency in information security and networking technology
  • Proficient in command-line interfaces, scripting languages, and network administration
  • Experience with:
    • Network and Application Security
    • IPS and DDOS Platforms (Radware/Netscout)
    • Firewall platforms (Juniper, Palo Alto, CheckPoint)
    • Data Science, Monitoring & Logging Tools
  • Strong communication, teamwork, and interpersonal skills
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills with strong technical documentation abilities
  • Experience with fast-paced operational environments
  • Must possess or be eligible to obtain the Government of Canada security clearance
  • Analytical mindset with strong problem-solving capabilities and natural curiosity for emerging security challenges
  • Commitment to continuous learning and professional development
  • Proven ability to work effectively both independently and within collaborative team environments
  • Risk-focused approach with emphasis on operational reliability and security best practices

 


Great-to-haves

 

  • Experience with multiple security vendor technologies
  • Vibe coding / scripting, lab experience, and demonstrated commitment to ongoing learning 
Salary Range:  $66,000-$100,000
Performance Bonus or Sales Incentive Plan:  10%

Actual total compensation will be determined based on factors such as knowledge, skills, performance and experience. We encourage all qualified candidates to apply, even if the posted salary range doesn't match your expectations. We're open to discussing competitive compensation packages tailored to your experience level and expertise. 
Job Type:  This is for a current vacancy

A bit about us

We’re a people-focused, customer-first, purpose-driven team who works together every day to innovate and do good. We improve lives through our technology solutions and foster a culture of innovation that empowers team members to solve complex problems and create remarkable human outcomes in a digital world. 

You’ll find our engaging, high-performance culture personally fulfilling, professionally challenging, and financially rewarding. We’re committed to diversity and equitable access to employment opportunities based on ability. Your unique contributions and talents will be valued and respected here. When you join our team, you’re helping us make the future friendly.

Note for Quebec candidates: if knowledge of English is required for this position, it is because the team member will be asked, on a regular basis, to interact in English with external or internal parties or to use English applications or software as part of their tasks.

 

 

 

 

Cybersecurity

We're passionate about driving cyber resilience and rapidly adapting to the evolving cyber threat landscape. If you've ever envisioned what the future of enterprise security looks like, visualized cutting-edge strategies to better protect emerging technologies (including AI) and enjoy driving programs that reduce cyber risk as part of a highly engaged Canadian cybersecurity team, we want you to be part of the organization that makes it happen.

We are honoured to be recognized

Team TELUS at a glance

1.4M
Days volunteered in our communities

$1.3
Billion contributed to charitable and community organizations since 2000

15.2
Million customer connections

Accessibility

TELUS is proud to foster an inclusive culture that embraces diversity. We are committed to fair employment practices and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment.

We offer accommodation for applicants with disabilities, as required, during the recruitment process.

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