Defence and Security
Cyber Security Specialist (Information Technology)
Location: Fredericton - Knowledge Park, CanadaIn fast changing markets, customers worldwide rely on Thales. In aerospace, transportation, defence, security and space, our architects design innovative solutions that make our tomorrow's possible.
Thales has a vacancy for a Cyber Security Specialist (Detection Engineer) is responsible for the prevention of Cybersecurity incidents by real-time monitoring, detection, and analysis of potential intrusions. This includes using troubleshooting tools to analyze and respond to cyber threats, writing scripts to aid in quick analysis and response, and responding to security events. The position operates and tunes security tools, provides requirements for new security capabilities and creates use cases for monitoring.
Regulatory Compliance Requirement
This position requires direct or indirect access to hardware, software or technical information controlled under the Canadian Export Control List and/or the US the Export Administration Regulations (EAR). As a Cyber Security Specialist (Intermediate), you will operate independently across cloud security operations and DevSecOps, working alongside the CSOC and DevOps teams to detect, investigate, and remediate security risks in a Microsoft Azure workplace. You will contribute to measurable improvements in detection coverage, vulnerability remediation, detection engineering, pipeline security, and compliance posture.
Security Monitoring & Incident Response
Monitor and triage alerts from Microsoft Defender for Cloud and Microsoft Sentinel, working in partnership with the CSOC.
Investigate suspicious activity and security incidents, perform root cause analysis, and elevate to senior staff or engineering partners when required.




Vulnerability & Configuration Management
Conduct and review vulnerability scan results and platform security recommendations, prioritizing remediation by risk.
Validate Azure resource configurations (e.g., Coordinate remediation efforts with DevOps teams and track items through to closure.
Support alignment with applicable security frameworks and internal policies (e.g., Review Azure Policy and compliance scores, and flag deviations for remediation.
Monitoring of the SIEM and surrounding environment (firewall, proxy, jump servers, etc.)
Bachelor's degree in computer science, Computer/Software Engineering, Information Security, or a related technical discipline; Technical / Specialized Skills
Hands-on experience with Microsoft Azure security tooling, specifically Microsoft Defender for Cloud and Microsoft Sentinel (alert triage, investigation, and detection tuning).
Experience with Azure cloud security configuration and hardening (NSGs, Key Vault, Storage, Azure Policy, compliance scoring).
Experience with IBM QRadar, and Palo Alto XSOAR.
Experience securing CI/CD pipelines in Azure DevOps and/or GitHub, including SAST, dependency, and container image scanning.
Experience writing and tuning detections using query languages (e.g., PowerShell, Python) to support security checks, and remediation.
Working knowledge of common attacker tactics, techniques,



and procedures (e.g., Must be eligible to obtain and maintain the security clearance required for the role, and to meet Controlled Goods Program and applicable export-control requirements.

Certifications that cover the principles of Cybersecurity such as the GSEC, Security+, or CISSP
The anticipated Total Target Compensation (TTC), inclusive of annual salary and bonus eligibility, for this role is $120,000 to 140,000 CAD Annual. The Company reserves the right to ultimately pay more or less than the posted range and offer additional benefits and other compensation, depending on circumstances not related to an applicant's status protected by local, provincial, and federal laws.
AI
We use artificial intelligence-enabled tools as part of our recruitment process to support activities such as candidate discovery, résumé matching, and interview scheduling. These tools may help screen and assess applications and recommend potential matches based on the requirements within the job description. Artificial intelligence does not make hiring decisions on our behalf.
Thales provides an extensive benefits program for all full-time employees working 24 or more hours per week and their eligible dependents, including the following:
Company paid Extended Health, Dental, HSA, Life, ADⅅ, Short-term Disability, Cancer Care Program, travel insurance, Employee Assistance Plan and Well-Being program.
Retirement Savings Plans (RRSP, DCPP, TFSA) with a company contribution and a match to a DCPP, with no vesting period.
Company paid holidays, vacation days, and paid sick leave.
Voluntary Life, ADⅅ, Critical Illness, Long-Term Disability.
Employee Discounts on home, auto, and gym membership.

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