Email Security Consultant

at  CGI

Are you motivated by the opportunity to delight our clients by providing them with innovative solutions to complex technical problems? These are exciting times for CGI and we are looking for talented individuals to trail blaze with us.

YOUR FUTURE DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Assess clients’ email security needs and requirements, and recommend appropriate solutions based on industry best practices and standards.
• Design and implement email security architectures and configurations using platforms such as Abnormal Security, Proofpoint, Mimecast, or similar solutions.
• Configure and deploy advanced threat protection mechanisms, including anti-phishing, anti-spoofing, malware detection, and email encryption.
• Conduct security assessments and audits of clients’ email systems to identify vulnerabilities and gaps in their security posture.
• Develop and implement email security policies, procedures, and standards to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and industry best practices.
• Provide guidance and recommendations to clients on best practices for securing their email systems and protecting against emerging threats.
• Monitor and analyze email security events and alerts, and respond to security incidents in a timely manner.
• Collaborate with internal teams and external partners to address complex email security issues and implement remediation actions.
• Stay current with the latest email security threats, trends, and technologies, and assess their potential impact on clients’ email systems.
• Act as a subject matter expert on email security, providing expertise and guidance to both internal teams and clients.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS TO BE SUCCESSFUL IN THIS ROLE

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, information technology, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in email security, with hands-on experience deploying and configuring email security solutions.
• Strong understanding of email protocols, including SMTP, POP3, IMAP, and DMARC, DKIM, SPF authentication mechanisms.
• Experience with email security platforms such as Abnormal Security, Proofpoint, Mimecast, or similar solutions.
• Familiarity with email encryption technologies and standards, including S/MIME and PGP.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively convey complex technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.
• Relevant certifications such as Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP), Certified Email Security Specialist (CESS), or similar certifications are preferred.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, with a focus on innovation and continuous improvement.