Security Automation Consultant, Cyber Defence Operations Team

Location: 

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

Req ID:  47735
Jobs by Category:  Security & Automation
Job Function:  Cybersecurity
Status:  Full Time
Schedule:  Regular

Join our team and what we'll accomplish together

 

In today's rapidly evolving digital landscape, data protection is critical. TELUS Security strives to always be steps ahead, tackling the toughest security challenges head-on with top talent and cutting edge technology. As a member of the TELUS Cyber Defence Operations Team (CDO) within the Chief Security Office at TELUS you will be part of a growing national team that ensures TELUS security teams can perform their work as efficiently as possible. In this exciting role, you will be part of a team that works across diverse areas such as cloud infrastructure and enterprise security platforms, all the while focusing on security orchestration, automation and response.

 

As an automation consultant in the Cybersecurity Automation team, you will be joining a dynamic team, making use of your analytical skills to provide solutions to help secure TELUS Corporate. You will help TELUS adapt to a rapidly evolving threat landscape by using various technologies such as Google Cloud, SIEM, EDR, and building solutions on a SOAR platform. You will also help other teams within the TELUS Cyber Defense Operations reinvent their workflows and workbenches as we strive for efficiency and speed. 
If collaboration, innovation, constant growth, and learning while getting your hands on the newest technologies in fast-paced, complex environments sounds exciting, this could be just the role for you!


 

What you’ll do 

 

 

  • Analyze problems that other teams want to address with Automation, then imagine, prototype, design and implement robust, scalable automated solutions on a SOAR platform
  • Collaborate with other team members to ensure that the solutions we implement are aligned with our practice, and actively participate in ensuring we continuously enhance our practice
  • Explore problems that have not yet been brought to the attention of the Automation team 
  • Help protect TELUS by managing our Corporate EDR and SIEM platforms
  • Stay up-to-date with the latest security trends, technologies, and best practices
     

What you bring

 

  • Proficiency in Python programming (essential) 
  • Hands-on experience in core security areas such as security monitoring, threat intelligence, incident response, and security operations 
  • Practical knowledge of automation techniques, including DevOps practices and batch scripting
  • Problem-Solving Abilities: Demonstrated analytical and creative thinking skills 
  • Aptitude for innovative problem-solving and ability to think outside conventional boundaries
  • Excellent communication abilities, both written and verbal 
  • Proven capability to collaborate effectively with diverse teams
  • Bachelor's degree in Information Security Engineering, Computer Science, or related field
  • Fluency in English, both written and spoken, is essential


 

Great-to-haves

 

  • Experience with SOAR and EDR
  • Experience with SIEM
  • Experience with cloud technology and infrastructure as code
  • Experience in Linux administration
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. Please note that the compensation shown in the job posting may be subject to change in 2025.

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.

 

 

 

 

Security & Automation

We’re looking for talented sales professionals, solution designers, security technicians and customer support specialists with proven experience in commercial security and automation to join our team.

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.