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Senior Security Consultant (Future Opportunities) Full Time
Is Now Hiring for Senior Security Consultant (Future Opportunities)
WHO WE ARE:
Mariner innovates always and everywhere, turning novel ideas into practical solutions. From products and services to venture creation, we build better futures powered by people. Our purpose has always been to be a great, everlasting technology company for those who make an impact – elevating people, data, and technology in the best way to solve hard problems. We partner with people embracing change, leveraging data, cybersecurity, cloud, and change management to drive successful business outcomes that matter to our customers.
Mariners build for change. Like SHIFT Energy, our energy management and decarbonization company. Or East Valley created to scale social economic impact in our communities through investment and mentorship of emerging change-makers and their companies.
Mariner’s purpose has always been to be a great, everlasting technology company and the core values that guide us every day are:
OUR VALUES
- We care for our team.
- We care about the impact we have on our community.
- We serve by solving complex problems.
- We grow because growth fuels opportunities.
- We innovate always and everywhere.
- We build a business that lasts.
OVERVIEW OF THE ROLE:
We are seeking a Senior Security Consultant (Full time or Contract) with a strong background in conducting tabletop exercises and developing incident response plans. The ideal candidate will possess deep expertise in cybersecurity strategies, incident management, and stakeholder collaboration, enabling organizations to proactively prepare for and respond to security incidents.
WHAT YOU’LL BE DOING IN THE ROLE:
- Incident Response Planning: Design, develop, and implement comprehensive incident response plans tailored to organizational needs.
- Tabletop Exercises: Facilitate realistic and engaging tabletop exercises to test the effectiveness of incident response strategies and identify areas for improvement.
- Threat Assessment: Analyze organizational vulnerabilities, threats, and risks to recommend actionable security measures.
- Stakeholder Collaboration: Work closely with technical teams, leadership, and external partners to ensure alignment on security objectives and protocols.
- Policy Development: Assist in creating or updating security policies, procedures, and playbooks to align with industry standards and best practices.
- Post-Incident Analysis: Conduct reviews and debriefs following security incidents or exercises to identify lessons learned and implement continuous improvement strategies.
- Compliance and Standards: Ensure all security plans and exercises meet regulatory requirements and industry standards
WHAT SKILLS / QUALIFICATIONS YOU’LL NEED TO DO THE JOB:
- Bachelor’s degree in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
- Minimum of 8 years in cybersecurity roles, with at least 3 years focusing on incident response planning and tabletop exercises.
- Proven track record of managing or facilitating complex incident response activities and scenarios.
- Deep understanding of cybersecurity frameworks (e.g., NIST, ISO 27001).
- Familiarity with threat intelligence tools and incident response platforms.
- Exceptional communication and presentation skills to convey technical concepts to diverse audiences.
- Strong leadership abilities and experience working collaboratively across departments
- Successful track record of recommendations at CIO, CEO and Board or senior management level
- Desired Certifications: CISM, CGEIT, CISSP, CISA, CRISC, CBCP, CEH, PCIP, ISO27001, CCNA, MCSE, etc., or equivalents
- Experience with security standards such as ISO27001 and PCI-DSS
- Knowledge of security frameworks such as HIPAA, HiTrust, NIST, CIS, Cloud Security Alliance, etc.
- Experience with Business Continuity or Disaster Recovery Plans desired.
- Consulting experience a plus .
…AND YOU ARE…
- Always improving your skills and knowledge: you want to be the best at what you do
- Curious and creative; comfortable taking on new problems and challenges
- A self-starter with the ability to recommend priorities to the project leader
- Comfortable working through problems and figuring things out with minimal supervision
- Great problem-solving skills: thorough and reliable
- Able to work in a team: share knowledge and assist other team members
- A good communicator: able to explain your ideas and recommendations
- Well organized and dependable under pressure: you manage your time effectively
- Energized by our company values!
MARINER OFFERS YOU:
- A values-driven workplace where people really matter
- Flexible work location
- Support for remote work/work from home
- Competitive salary, retirement savings program, and rewards program
- Comprehensive health, dental, vision, life and disability insurance plans and access to e-health care
- Paid vacation, maternity/parental leave, paid sick leave and paid Mariner MyLife days
- Access to training.
WHY MARINER?
We believe in making a positive impact in the communities where we live and work! Not only are we passionate about nurturing a thriving technology sector here in Atlantic Canada, but we are also committed to solving technology challenges that will make an impact worldwide. Technology is everlasting, and we take pride in connecting world class talent to world class projects and business solutions.
If you are an IT Professional, Software Professional, or Management Consultant, that is passionate about career development, data, and problem solving, we want to hear from you! If this sounds like someone you know, share this with them so they do not miss the opportunity to experience Mariner!
To achieve this, we know we need to be all in on training and development of our team so we can continue to move the needle in the technology sector together. Of course, we offer competitive compensation and benefits packages to our team, but our competitive edge is the development and training that our team experiences every day.
Be part of our vibrant community that values diversity and embraces inclusion at every level. We are committed to fostering a culture where individuals from all backgrounds and walks of life feel empowered to contribute their unique perspectives. Our collaborative environment celebrates the richness of ideas and experiences, and we believe that by embracing diversity, we can achieve greater innovation and excellence together. Come and help us create a workplace that reflects the beautiful tapestry of our global community.
Join our growing team!
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