Cyber Security Consultant

Senior Cyber Security Specialist (Contract) – Ontario

Stafingo is seeking an experienced Senior Cyber Security Specialist for a confidential client in the supply chain sector based in Ontario.

This is a high-impact contract opportunity for a senior-level cyber security professional who thrives in complex enterprise environments and has deep expertise across cloud security, incident response, security operations, governance, and cyber risk management.

• Location: Toronto, Ontario
• Work Model: 5 Days Onsite
• Start Date: June 8th, 2026
• Pay Rate: $100–$117/hour
• Contract: Start date June 8th, 2026
• Contract Duration : 1 year contract with strong potential of extension

Key Responsibilities:

• Support and enhance enterprise cyber security programs aligned with organizational risk and compliance objectives
• Design and strengthen secure cloud environments, including implementation of cloud-native security controls and architecture best practices
• Coordinate and support security incident response activities across detection, containment, remediation, recovery, and post-incident analysis
• Contribute to the ongoing evolution of security operations capabilities, including monitoring, investigation, and response processes
• Lead and support vulnerability management initiatives including scanning, prioritization, remediation coordination, and reporting
• Conduct cyber risk assessments, threat assessments, and provide mitigation recommendations based on industry best practices
• Collaborate with project teams to ensure security-by-design principles are embedded into enterprise systems and technology initiatives
• Develop and maintain cyber security standards, procedures, governance documentation, and operational processes
• Support internal and external audit activities, including SOC reports, compliance assessments, and security reviews
• Define and report on cyber security KPIs, operational metrics, and risk indicators for leadership stakeholders
• Coordinate with third-party vendors and service providers to ensure alignment with contractual security and operational expectations
• Support enterprise-wide security awareness and training initiatives to improve organizational security posture
• Provide after-hours support during critical security incidents or operational escalations as required

Required Qualifications:

• 7+ years of hands-on cyber security experience across security operations, incident response, security assurance, and cyber risk management
• Strong experience securing cloud platforms such as Microsoft Azure
• Experience supporting enterprise security architecture initiatives and IT transformation projects
• Strong understanding of frameworks and standards including NIST 800-53, ISO 27001, CIS Controls, MITRE ATT&CK, Cyber Kill Chain, and related threat models
• Experience with vulnerability management tools, remediation tracking, and security reporting
• Strong business analysis and stakeholder engagement capabilities
• Experience supporting audit, compliance, and regulatory activities including SOC 2 Type II reviews
• Excellent communication and documentation skills with the ability to work across technical and business teams
• Ability to manage multiple priorities within fast-paced and evolving environments

Preferred:

• Bachelor’s degree in Cyber Security, Computer Science, Information Technology, or related discipline
• Certifications such as CISSP, CCSP, Security+, SSCP, or GIAC are highly desirable

Interested?

If you are interested or know someone who would be a strong fit, please reach out directly or send your resume to [email protected] for immediate consideration.