Security Administrator

Working Here At CARFAX Canada, we’re more than just obsessed with cars. We’re obsessed with data and using it to help millions of Canadians buy, sell and maintain cars - but you can learn that on our website. Let’s talk about the sweet perks you’ll get when working here (i.e. what you actually want to know): Some days you’ll be taking in-house leadership training courses, other days you’ll be eating a catered lunch with your team mates. Grab a seat in the state-of-the-art office at 100 Kellogg Lane and collaborate the day away. What’s that, it’s the summer? Well, the 4-day work weeks have kicked in; enjoy those extra paid days off! Why not use one of your paid volunteer days to give back to your community? What else can we list? Competitive wages, amazing benefits like a wellness spending fund, a company-matched pension program, monthly “work from anywhere” days, yearly performance-based bonuses, health and wellness programs, a literal award-winning culture, parental leave top-ups and all kinds of social events. To top all of this off, every day you get to choose how you get to do meaningful work with incredible people. So, looks like we’re obsessed with a few things here – data and our people! Key InformationEmployment Status: [Full-time, PermanentJob Type: On-SiteLocation: London, Ontario*Please note that we have two operating entities in Canada, CARFAX Inc., and CARFAX Canada. This position is with CARFAX Canada.
Job Details We are looking for a Security Administrator to support the tasks in accordance with CARFAX Canada strategic plans for security projects.  In this role you will work on-site from our London, ON office and will report to our Manager, IT Operations & Security. You will be part of a Security Operations team that is driven to promote and adopt new security initiatives and projects while working closely with engineering/architecture, data management and IT support to ensure our security process and systems are deployed, managed, and monitored. You are a self-starter ready to lead, improve our security and risk management. You’ll strengthen our asset management and security operations, as well as implement structure, process, and security systems.  Position Responsibilities 

• Installing, administering, and troubleshooting network security solutions. 
• Updating software with the latest security patches and ensuring the proper defenses are present for each network resource. 
• Performing vulnerability and penetration tests, identifying and defending against threats, and developing disaster recovery plans. 
• Configuring security systems, analyzing security requirements, and recommending improvements. 
• Monitoring network traffic for suspicious behavior. 
• Creating low-level security architectures and procedures, authorization roles, and defending against unauthorized access, modifications and destruction. 
• Consulting with staff, managers and executives about the best security practices and providing technical advice. 
• Implementing and supporting security tools, such as firewalls, IPS, as well as anti-virus software, Office365, SIEM. 
• Train staff to understand and use security protocols. 
• Coordinate with internal vendors on security projects and deployment. 

 Minimum Qualifications  

• Experience implementing, administering, and troubleshooting enterprise security solutions. 
• Practical hands-on knowledge of computer, network, and security systems. 
• Critical thinking with the ability to analyze, troubleshoot and problem-solve quickly. 
• Communicates clearly with concise details to transfer information to others. 

 Education and Experience Required:

• 3+ years in IT (various roles) security Engineer or network security, endpoint security, SOC analyst. 
• 2+ years of experience working with Azure Cloud security environments as a security engineer handling day to day implementations and configurations. 
• 2+ years of experience in implementing and managing network and endpoint security initiatives and projects. 
• An Associate's or Bachelor's degree or equivalent certificate in Computer Science, cyber security, or a related field.  
• Advanced training certifications are considered an asset. 
• Security certifications like CompTIA Security+, Microsoft Certified: Azure Security Engineer Associate are considered an asset. 

 Equal Opportunity EmployerCARFAX Canada is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race/ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, marital status, military veteran status, unemployment status, or any other status protected by law.  We’re committed to providing accommodations by request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the recruitment and selection process. For a confidential inquiry or to request an accommodation, please contact your recruiter or email hr@carfax.ca. If you are interested in applying for this position, please visit our website https://www.carfax.ca/careers. Applications will be accepted until a suitable candidate is hired.   We thank all applicants for their interest; however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.  About UsCARFAX’s mission is to help millions of people shop, buy, service and sell used cars with more confidence. As a leader in vehicle history and valuation, CARFAX provides impartial and comprehensive information for consumers and the automotive industry. CARFAX‘s Canadian headquarters in London, Ontario supports Canadian and U.S. markets, drawing on billions of data records from thousands of sources, enabling used vehicle buyers and sellers to make informed decisions. CARFAX is consistently recognized as a top employer and business. CARFAX is a part of S&P Global (NYSE: SPGI). Find out more at www.carfax.ca and connect with CARFAX on Instagram, Facebook and LinkedIn.  Our values serve as the foundation of our culture by helping inform the actions and behaviours that make us successful. We strive to integrate these values into how we collaborate, navigate challenges, and make decisions daily. Objective – Guided by facts, driven by results.Transparent – Clarity through open and honest communication.Customer advocate – Putting the customer at the center of everything we do.Solutions oriented – Turning challenges into opportunities.Integrity – Where honesty meets action.