Full-Time
Security Incident Response Lead
Updated on 10/9/2024
Wealthsimple
1,001-5,000 employees
Investment and crypto trading platform
Financial Services
Fintech
Senior, Expert
Remote in Canada
Category
Cybersecurity
IT & Security
Required Skills
Bash
Python
Requirements
- 5+ years of experience in the Security domain
- 2+ years experience being an Incident Manager, taking ownership of investigations
- Understand how to turn noise into signals using a SIEM
- Some scripting ability (Python, Bash)
- Knowledge of and familiarity with cloud infrastructure
- Believes that honesty, transparency, and inclusivity are important when communicating with both internal and external stakeholders
- Demonstrates good judgement under pressure both in terms of technical problem solving and collaborating cross functionally
- Eager to learn from the team and others. We value making one another successful!
Responsibilities
- Help take our security incident response capabilities to the next level by building relationships with Engineering teams, new playbooks and finding opportunities for automation
- Grow others in the art of Incident Response to support the program and increase consistency in outcomes
- Play a key role in building and shaping the Security Incident Response team
- Take the role of Incident Commander to bring incidents to resolution
- Help shape the direction of investment by informing the business of trends and relevant metrics
- Partner with our Security Engineers to monitor, refine, and expand our SIEM and SOAR platforms
- Coordinate with the Fraud and Privacy teams to investigate potential fraudulent and sensitive activity
- Participate in an on-call rotation for responding to security incidents, internal questions and operational support
Wealthsimple offers a highly supportive work environment that is centered on smart financial solutions and sustainable wealth building for its clients. Employees at Wealthsimple can enjoy being a part of a forward-thinking team that focuses on offering low-cost, accessible investment options and personalized financial advice. This focus on innovation and client satisfaction makes it an attractive workplace for professionals passionate about finance and technology.
Company Stage
N/A
Total Funding
$915.9M
Headquarters
Toronto, Canada
Founded
2014
Growth & Insights
Headcount
6 month growth
↑ 6%1 year growth
↑ 18%2 year growth
↑ 17%
Simplify's Take
What believers are saying
- Achieving unicorn status with significant backing from high-profile investors like Drake and Ryan Reynolds signals strong market confidence and growth potential.
- The selective rollout of Wealthsimple Cash features indicates a strategic approach to product development and user engagement.
- Wealthsimple's ability to raise substantial funds, such as the recent € million for its Venture Fund I, showcases its robust financial health and investor trust.
What critics are saying
- The competitive landscape of digital wealth management and fintech is intense, with rivals like Revolut and Robinhood posing significant threats.
- The selective availability of new features, like those in Wealthsimple Cash, could frustrate potential users and slow adoption.
What makes Wealthsimple unique
- Wealthsimple's focus on the Canadian market allows it to tailor its products and services to local needs, unlike global competitors.
- The company’s integration of zero-commission brokerage features sets it apart in the digital wealth management space.
- Wealthsimple's recent venture into cryptocurrency and digital assets positions it uniquely at the intersection of traditional finance and emerging digital trends.