The Opportunity:

We are seeking a highly skilled and advanced technical cybersecurity professional, preferably a Microsoft MVP (Most Valuable Professional) to our Global Security Operations and Engineering team. The successful candidate will lead technical security initiatives, with a particular focus on Microsoft Cloud Security covering the full scope, i.e., to plan (architect), implement ( build), and manage the security platforms and tools in use at WSP, especially the SOAR capabilities, including automation for the SOC using Microsoft security tools (Microsoft Sentinel, Defender, etc).

An important part of this role would be to coach and build the overall knowledge and capabilities within the team. And so, naturally, the incumbent would be an integral member of the team and would also get some good insight into other technology platforms, e.g. AD auditing solutions, PAM, our Threat Intelligence platforms etc.

Why choose WSP?

• A Canadian success story - we're proud to wear the red and white of this beautiful country and show the world what Canada has to offer.
• Enhance the world around you - from the environment to the highways, to the buildings and the terrain, WSP is the fabric of Canada.
• Outstanding career opportunities - we're growing and pushing ourselves every day to be greater than yesterday - we're open to your ideas and trying new things.
• A phenomenal collaborative culture. Come find out for yourself what it's like to be a part of our journey.

We offer attractive pay, flexible work options, comprehensive and employee-focused benefits including virtual healthcare and a wellness platform as well as great savings programs, and a clear vision for the future.

#WeAreWSP

What you can expect to do here:

• Work with a globally distributed team, taking inputs from the business, SOC, and management to roll out systems and troubleshoot (Tier-3) support for security issues
  
• Lead-guide the local Service Desk/ OSS teams with knowledge bases to resolve tickets at first instance for issues relating to security software and configurations
  
• Develop the automation (including playbooks, SOAR), scripts to monitor system-health, as well as management the SOC tools in use
  
• Extract data from systems and build reports for management; PowerBI skills would be an advantage
  
• Knowledge transfer and sharing
  
• Monitor and respond to feedback from the customers (employees and business stakeholders)
  
• Bring a problem-solving and solutions-mindset, coordinate with the IT teams as needed
  

• Finance/Budgetary Responsibilities : Provide feedback on tooling and identify additional needs, plan for expanse of security tools to cover ongoing needs and Evaluation of license usage and potential growth

What you'll bring to WSP:

• Demonstrable, current, and verifiable technical skills with the Microsoft security tools, especially MS Sentinel, Defender, LogicApp.
  
• Robust experiences with Entra ID , AD, e.g., and creating and managing complex role creations, assignments and permissions
  
• Experiences with Purview.
  
• A proven, recent, and verifiable track record in improving and maturity existing security implementations and configurations in the Microsoft Cloud landscape
  
• Substantial expertise implement ing SIEM/ SOAR automations, develop ing and finetun ing the SIEM detection rules to reduce manual efforts, including SIEM log ingestion, connector options, and cost analysis for current and future needs
  
• Solid current experiences in securing the attack landscape in a Microsoft environment, and hardening the existing systems in the enterprise hybrid landscape (end-user devices, servers, etc); skills and experiences with other vendors and services would be an added advantage
  
• Substantial expertise about the overall security landscape, including Threat and Vulnerability Management, and the ability to guide on their remediation.
  
• Deep knowledge of EntraID, including identity protection, conditional access, zero trust architecture and advanced threat detection
  
• Cyber professional at heart, tracking and mitigating emerging cyber threats against the company (e.g. zero-day exploits, APTs etc).
  
• Experiences with other concepts and systems like Privileged Account Management, Key Management (certificates, keys, ciphers, etc.).
  
• Ability to lead security systems integration, e.g., defining the architecture to work with ticketing systems, e.g. integrating Defender to create-manage the tickets and communications in ServiceNow
  
• Knowledge of extracting relevant data, creating security reports etc. would be a definite advantage.
  
• Solid abilities to lead and plan the architecture, deliveries, and even more importantly coach and teach other members of the technical team to high levels of technology excellence
  

Compensation:
BC, AB, SK, NWT & NU: $162,200 - $212,200
MB & ON: $148,000 - $198,000
Atlantic Provinces & QC: $146,500 - $194,600

Disclosure:
The final salary awarded for this role may vary from the above range based on several factors including, but not limited to, relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, geographic location, performance, and business or organizational needs. The wage range provided in this job posting may be subject to change for business purposes.At WSP, we exist to shape communities to advance humanity.

It's why we bring people together who are wired to solve complex challenges - engineers, scientists, advisors, and technical experts who are driven by a common passion - to redefine what's possible and shape what comes next. We are Visioneers.

As one of the world's leading professional services firms, we partner with clients across transportation, infrastructure, environment, buildings, energy, water, mining and metals. We pair deep local knowledge with global insights to pioneer solutions designed to leave a lasting, positive impact.

At WSP, you'll join a community of brilliant minds that push boundaries every day - applying deep expertise and fuelling innovation to help create a more connected and resilient future. Here, your ideas are valued, your growth is supported, and you are encouraged to bring your authentic self to work. We empower our people to collaborate across disciplines, challenge the status quo, and shape a career with purpose.

Join us.

Please Note:

Health and Safety is a core paramount value of WSP. Given the importance of keeping one another safe it is expected that you comply with our Health, Safety & Environment (HSE) policy at all times as well as client HSE policies when working at client locations. Full details here .

Some safety-sensitive positions involve fieldwork and may include work in a variety of environmental conditions, such as remote or isolated areas, working alone, and in inclement weather (within safe and reasonable limits).

WSP welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.

WSP is committed to the principles of employment equity. Only the candidates selected will be contacted.

WSP does not accept unsolicited resumes from agencies. Full details here .