Manager, Information Security Automation Specialist, Global Technology & Knowledge

At KPMG, you’ll join a team of diverse and dedicated problem solvers, connected by a common cause: turning insight into opportunity for clients and communities around the world.

The purpose of the Information Security Automation Specialist role is to ensure sound delivery of technical projects, systems, and services for the GSOC.

The Information Security Automation Specialist will be responsible for customization, maintenance and support of various security monitoring platforms and provide a mixture of project delivery, system integration, maintenance, and support around the GSOC platforms including Microsoft Azure Sentinel and Microsoft Defender security suite.

This role will be part of a team working in a fast-paced environment driving performance, reliability and supporting the GSOC tools and infrastructure hosted on Physical and Cloud platforms delivering SOC services.

• SOAR Playbook Development, Programming new API Integrations, developing new automation tasks and maintenance.
• Responsible for installation, management, maintenance, and support of GSOC tools hosted on multiple environments including physical Data Centres, Azure public cloud and O365.
• Co-ordinate with various vendors, other KPMG teams and business stakeholders on work related to design and setup activities at different stages of a technical project.
• Compile and maintain the necessary documentation of all system designs, builds and modifications.
• Monitor systems, identify/resolve issues, prepare status reviews and reports.
• Manage support cases to ensure issues are recorded, tracked, resolved, and follow-ups are done in a timely manner.

• Must have minimum 4+ years hands on experience with modern programming languages such as Python, JavaScript, or similar
• Bachelor’s degree or higher in computer science/engineering/numerical field or equivalent professional experience
• An Information or Cyber Security qualification is preferred but not essential: CompTIA, CISSP, CISSM, CISMP, GIAC, CEH, or equivalent
• Must have experience with RESTful APIs, including development
• Must be able to document processes and procedures to a professional level
• Working in an operational role with strict SLAs

Providing you with the support you need to be at your best

Integrity, we do what is right | Excellence, we never stop learning and improving | Courage, we think and act boldly | Together, we respect each other and draw strength from our differences | For Better, we do what matters

KPMG in Canada is a proud equal opportunities employer and we are committed to creating a respectful, inclusive and barrier-free workplace that allows all of our people to reach their full potential. A diverse workforce is key to our success and we believe in bringing your whole self to work. We welcome all qualified candidates to apply and hope you will choose KPMG in Canada as your employer of choice.

Adjustments and accommodations throughout the recruitment process

At KPMG, we are committed to fostering an inclusive recruitment process where all candidates can be themselves and excel. We aim to provide a positive experience and are prepared to offer adjustments or accommodations to help you perform at your best. Adjustments (informal requests), such as extra preparation time or the option for micro breaks during interviews, and accommodations (formal requests), such as accessible communication supports or technology aids, are tailored to individual needs and role requirements. You will have the opportunity to request an adjustment or accommodation at any point throughout the recruitment process. You will have an opportunity to request an adjustment or accommodation at any point throughout the recruitment process. If you require support, please contact KPMG’s Employee Relations Service team by calling 1-888-466-4778.