IT Production Security – EDR Support Engineer

NOVIPRO, as a consulting firm and trusted recruitment partner, is supporting a major organization in the financial services sector in the search for a specialized professional to join its IT security operations team. This position focuses on the support and governance of Endpoint Detection and Response (EDR) systems in a large-scale enterprise environment.

Key Details

• Work arrangement: Hybrid (minimum 3 days onsite per week; attendance required on Mondays or Fridays)

• Location: Montreal

• Job type: Contract, until November 11, 2026, 40 hours per week

• Language requirements: Bilingual (English/French) or English-speaking only

Responsibilities

The EDR Support Engineer will be accountable for the ongoing operation, support, and evolution of security solutions within the endpoint protection domain. Specific duties include:

• Operate and maintain EDR tools with a primary focus on Tanium

• Ensure the stability of production systems and the sustainability of technical controls

• Perform in-depth analysis of security issues and coordinate responses

• Design, develop, deploy, test, and transition new security functionalities

• Provide expert-level support for the lifecycle of the EDR platform

• Maintain up-to-date and comprehensive technical documentation

• Develop, enforce, and maintain security policies, standards, and baselines

• Support governance activities and participate in service delivery processes tied to EDR

Required Experience and Expertise

• At least 10 years of experience in IT, with a minimum of 5 years in cybersecurity

• Demonstrated expertise in deploying and managing Endpoint Detection and Response technologies, specifically Tanium

• Hands-on experience leading or managing EDR-related programs or projects

• Proficiency in scripting languages such as PowerShell or Python

• Strong background in developing and maintaining security-related tools, procedures, and technical documentation

• Deep understanding of information security principles, infrastructure protection, and operational resilience

Assets

• Certifications in cybersecurity (e.g., CISSP, CISM, CEH, etc.)

• Prior experience in team leadership or coordination roles