Information Security Specialist (Penetration Testing)

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TD is committed to providing fair and equitable compensation opportunities to all colleagues. Growth opportunities and skill development are defining features of the colleague experience at TD. Our compensation policies and practices have been designed to allow colleagues to progress through the salary range over time as they progress in their role. The base pay actually offered may vary based upon the candidate's skills and experience, job-related knowledge, geographic location, and other specific business and organizational needs.

As a candidate, you are encouraged to ask compensation related questions and have an open dialogue with your recruiter who can provide you more specific details for this role.

Job Description:

Responsibilities:

• Conduct Penetration Tests: Perform thorough and methodical penetration testing on web applications, network infrastructures, and other systems to identify security vulnerabilities.
• Vulnerability Assessment: Assess and analyze security weaknesses, and provide actionable recommendations to mitigate risks and improve overall security posture.
• Report Findings: Document and communicate findings clearly and effectively to both technical and non-technical stakeholders. Prepare comprehensive reports with recommendations for remediation.
• Develop and Execute Test Plans: Design and execute detailed test plans
• Stay Current: Keep up-to-date with the latest security trends, vulnerabilities, and tools to ensure testing methodologies are current and effective.
• Collaborate with Teams: Work closely with IT and development teams to understand system architectures, provide guidance on security best practices, and support the implementation of security improvements.
• Perform Risk Assessments: Evaluate and assess potential security risks related to new and existing systems and technologies.
• Compliance: Ensure that penetration testing practices comply with relevant regulations, standards, and organizational policies.

Requirements:

• University degree
• Information security certification / accreditation an asset
• 7+ years of relevant experience

• Technical Skills:
  • Proficiency in penetration testing tools such as Metasploit, Burp Suite, Nmap, and Kali.
  • Knowledge of common web application vulnerabilities (e.g., OWASP Top Ten) and network security principles.
• Analytical Skills: Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities with attention to detail.
• Communication: Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to convey complex technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.
• Ethical Standards: Demonstrated understanding of ethical hacking principles and a commitment to maintaining high ethical standards.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with penetration testing in cloud environments (e.g., AWS, Azure) and PCI testing.
• Familiarity with security standards and frameworks

Certifications: Relevant certifications such as Offensive Security Certified Professional (OSCP), Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH), or GIAC Penetration Tester (GPEN) are highly desirable

Who We Are:

TD is one of the world's leading global financial institutions and is the fifth largest bank in North America by branches/stores. Every day, we deliver legendary customer experiences to over 27 million households and businesses in Canada, the United States and around the world. More than 95,000 TD colleagues bring their skills, talent, and creativity to the Bank, those we serve, and the economies we support. We are guided by our vision to Be the Better Bank and our purpose to enrich the lives of our customers, communities and colleagues.

TD is deeply committed to being a leader in customer experience, that is why we believe that all colleagues, no matter where they work, are customer facing. As we build our business and deliver on our strategy, we are innovating to enhance the customer experience and build capabilities to shape the future of banking. Whether you’ve got years of banking experience or are just starting your career in financial services, we can help you realize your potential. Through regular leadership and development conversations to mentorship and training programs, we’re here to support you towards your goals. As an organization, we keep growing - and so will you.

Our Total Rewards Package
Our Total Rewards package reflects the investments we make in our colleagues to help them and their families achieve their financial, physical, and mental well-being goals. Total Rewards at TD includes a base salary, variable compensation, and several other key plans such as health and well-being benefits, savings and retirement programs, paid time off, banking benefits and discounts, career development, and reward and recognition programs. Learn more

Additional Information:
We’re delighted that you’re considering building a career with TD. Through regular development conversations, training programs, and a competitive benefits plan, we’re committed to providing the support our colleagues need to thrive both at work and at home.

Please be advised that this job opportunity is subject to provincial regulation for employment purposes. It is imperative to acknowledge that each province or territory within the jurisdiction of Canada may have its own set of regulations, requirements.

Colleague Development
If you’re interested in a specific career path or are looking to build certain skills, we want to help you succeed. You’ll have regular career, development, and performance conversations with your manager, as well as access to an online learning platform and a variety of mentoring programs to help you unlock future opportunities. Whether you have a passion for helping customers and want to expand your experience, or you want to coach and inspire your colleagues, there are many different career paths within our organization at TD - and we’re committed to helping you identify opportunities that support your goals.

Training & Onboarding
We will provide training and onboarding sessions to ensure that you’ve got everything you need to succeed in your new role.

Interview Process
We’ll reach out to candidates of interest to schedule an interview. We do our best to communicate outcomes to all applicants by email or phone call.

Accommodation
Your accessibility is important to us. Please let us know if you’d like accommodations (including accessible meeting rooms, captioning for virtual interviews, etc.) to help us remove barriers so that you can participate throughout the interview process.

We look forward to hearing from you!

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