Lead Security Engineer

Lead Security Engineer

• Company Website: https://www.morningstar.com/careers

• Company Name: Morningstar

• Location: Toronto, ON, Canada

• Postal Code: M5H 2N2

• Region: Ontario

• Company Office Local Address: 55 University Avenue, Suite 1200, Toronto, ON, Canada

• Contact Info: +1 416-555-6677

• Email Address: careers@morningstar.com

• Country: Canada

• Job Type: Full-Time

• Job Average Salary Rate: CA$120,000 – 145,000 yearly

• Currency: CAD

Key Responsibilities
• Lead security detection and response initiatives, ensuring effective threat monitoring, investigation, and mitigation.
• Develop and maintain security detections across SIEM, SOAR, and EDR platforms.
• Architect and optimize security automation workflows to enhance threat response efficiency.
• Collaborate with our in-house SOC and IT teams to refine detection and preventative capabilities and reduce false positives.
• Research and implement new security technologies and best practices to enhance monitoring and response effectiveness.
• Perform security assessments, tuning detection rules, and developing playbooks for security incidents.
• Mentor junior engineers and contribute to security strategy and roadmap planning.

Requirements
• 5+ years of hands-on experience in security engineering, threat detection, and response.
• Strong expertise with SIEM, SOAR, and EDR.
• Experience developing and tuning detections using logs, telemetry, and threat intelligence.
• Proficiency in scripting and automation (Python, PowerShell, Bash, etc.).
• Strong understanding of attack techniques (MITRE ATT&CK framework) and incident response methodologies.
• Ability to analyze security telemetry, investigate threats, and develop effective mitigation strategies.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to collaborate across teams.

Preferred Qualifications
• Experience with cloud security monitoring (AWS, Azure, GCP).
• Familiarity with security frameworks (NIST, CIS, ISO 27001).
• Certifications such as GIAC (GCDA, GCIH, GCFA), OSCP, CISSP, or relevant credentials.

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Job Summary

Morningstar seeks a Lead Security Engineer to design, implement, and manage cybersecurity solutions. The role involves safeguarding systems, leading security initiatives, and ensuring compliance with industry standards to protect sensitive data and maintain enterprise security.

Category Details Job Title Lead Security Engineer Company Morningstar Location Toronto, ON, Canada Salary Range CA$120,000 – 145,000 yearly Job Type Full-Time Disclaimer

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