Security Specialist - Incident Commander (Cybersecurity)

TL;DR

Security Specialist - Incident Commander (Cybersecurity): Leading the response to complex cybersecurity incidents affecting global infrastructure and game production environments with an accent on digital forensics and incident response (DFIR). Focus on coordinating high-severity investigations, improving response processes, and performing proactive threat hunting across enterprise environments.

Location: Montreal, Canada - Office-based

Company

hirify.global is a global leader in gaming, creating original experiences such as Assassin’s Creed and Rainbow Six.

What you will do

• Lead the response to high-severity cybersecurity incidents across security operations, IT, legal, and production teams
• Coordinate incident management activities and act as the central point of contact during active investigations
• Analyze security risks affecting game production environments, live services, and player data
• Perform digital forensic investigations using tools like Velociraptor and Autopsy
• Conduct proactive threat hunting activities across enterprise environments
• Mentor team members and lead simulation exercises to improve response capabilities

Requirements

• Experience responding to and coordinating complex cybersecurity incidents from detection to resolution
• Proficiency with SIEM platforms (Splunk) and EDR tools (CrowdStrike, Defender)
• Hands-on experience in digital forensics using Velociraptor, Autopsy, or Axiom
• Knowledge of threat hunting methodologies and investigation techniques
• Strong communication skills to adapt technical information for various audiences

Nice to have

• Experience with gaming environments and anti-cheat systems
• Experience with large-scale cloud services

Culture & Benefits

• Commitment to diverse perspectives to help teams thrive
• Environment focused on innovation and pushing entertainment boundaries