Bilingual Specialist, Cybersecurity Operations

Bilingual Specialist, Cybersecurity Operations

Job Requisition : 11364

Position Status: Permanent Full Time

Position Type: Hybrid

Travel Requirement: Limited

Language Skill Levels (Read/Write/Speak): BBB

Security Requirement: Secret

Salary: Our salaries generally range from $84699.11 to $105873.89 and are based on qualifications and experience.

The work you do and the work we do together matters. We come to work every day with a common purpose: to contribute to a well-functioning housing system.

At CMHC, we hold ourselves accountable for our results and support our colleagues in their achievements. We thrive on collaboration, connecting across CMHC and involving the right people to get our work done. Our leadership style is guided by trust
, where our leaders favour an adaptive approach based on the needs of their teams.

Join us and be part of a team that's committed to making a real difference and be part of something meaningful.

We’ve got the purpose, the people and the perks you need for a fulfilling career. Here’s the comprehensive and generous benefits you get when you’re a permanent employee:

• Annual Paid vacation.
• Annual individual performance incentive.
• Comprehensive group insurance plan to support your well-being from day one.
• Support towards your personal and professional growth with training, mentorship and more.
• An inclusive workplace culture and environment.

Join the IT Security Operations Team, in the Senior Cybersecurity Specialist position, and play a key role in protecting our digital infrastructure. This position is critical to advancing our cybersecurity maturity, ensuring compliance with Canadian government standards, and proactively defending against evolving threats. The ideal candidate will bring deep expertise in Microsoft 365 and Azure security technologies, incident response, and vulnerability management within a public sector context.

• Lead the implementation, integration, and optimization of Microsoft Security Suite tools, including Defender for Endpoint, Defender for Identity, Defender for Cloud Apps, Microsoft Sentinel, Microsoft Purview, and Intune.
• Conduct and oversee regular vulnerability assessments and penetration testing across enterprise systems, ensuring alignment with ITSG-33 and other government cybersecurity standards.
• Develop, enforce, and continuously improve system hardening standards for Windows, Linux, Azure workloads, and network devices using Microsoft Security Baselines and CIS Benchmarks.
• Lead incident detection and response efforts using Microsoft Sentinel and SOAR platforms, driving automation and continuous improvement in threat response workflows.
• Monitor, analyze, and respond to complex security incidents, coordinating across teams to ensure timely containment and remediation.
• Collaborate with IT, compliance, and business units to assess risks, implement mitigation strategies, and support secure digital transformation initiatives.
• Maintain and evolve security policies, procedures, and documentation to meet audit and regulatory requirements.
• Mentor junior cybersecurity staff and contribute to team development and knowledge sharing.

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Cybersecurity, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
• 5+ years of experience in cybersecurity, with a strong focus on Microsoft 365 and Azure security technologies.
• Solid knowledge of operational cybersecurity best practices.
• Deep understanding of system hardening, secure configuration, and zero trust principles.
• Proven hands‑on experience with Microsoft Defender XDR, Sentinel, Purview, and Azure AD/Entra .
• Expertise in penetration testing tools and methodologies (e.g., Kali Linux, Burp Suite, Metasploit).
• Knowledge of the NIST Cybersecurity Framework.
• Experience with cloud security, particularly Azure, and identity governance.

• Scripting and automation experience using Power Shell, KQL, or Python.
• Familiarity with security frameworks such as NIST CSF, MITRE ATT&CK, CIS Controls, and ITSG-33.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Ability to lead initiatives independently and…