Senior Security Specialist

Job Description

Senior Security Specialist:
On behalf of our Healthcare client, Procom is searching for a Senior Security Specialist for an 8 month contract role. This position is a hybrid position with 3 days onsite at our client’s Toronto office.

Senior Security Specialist - Job Description:
The Senior Security Specialist will drive the end-to-end execution of a Threat Risk Assessment (TRA) to evaluate the security posture of the information system, application, infrastructure, and business process. The objective is to identify potential threats, assess vulnerabilities, and determine the likelihood and impact of various risk scenarios affecting confidentiality, integrity, and availability.

Senior Security Specialist - Responsibilities:
• Drive end-to-end Threat Risk Assessment (TRA) initiatives across systems, processes, and assets.
• Develop and apply threat models to assess organizational security posture.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to align assessments with business objectives and risk tolerance.
• Analyze vulnerabilities and assess threats to determine likelihood and potential impact.
• Produce detailed TRA reports, documenting findings, recommendations, and risk ratings.
• Maintain risk registers and track remediation efforts.
• Propose actionable mitigation strategies based on assessment outcomes.

Senior Security Specialist - Mandatory Skills:
• In-depth knowledge of risk management frameworks (e.g., ISO 31000, NIST RMF).
• Expertise in identifying, evaluating, and prioritizing threats and vulnerabilities.
• Strong analytical skills to assess potential impacts and likelihoods.
• Proficiency in risk assessment matrices.
• Excellent communication and reporting abilities.
• Familiarity with legal, regulatory, and compliance requirements.
• Proactive mindset and situational awareness.

Senior Security Specialist – Nice-to-Have Skills:
• Public sector experience.
• Experience with PHIPAA compliance.
• Familiarity with PASTA and DREAD methodologies.
• Experience in cybersecurity governance practices.
• Ability to translate technical findings into business language.

Senior Security Specialist – Assignment Length:
This is an 8 month contract position.

Senior Security Specialist - Start Date:
ASAP.

Senior Security Specialist - Assignment Location:
Toronto, Ontario, Canada. This is a hybrid role requiring 3 days in the office.

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