Security Engineer, Logging Platform

Clio - Cloud-Based Legal Technology

. Onboard new log sources end to end: collect the data, parse and normalize it, and land it in OpenSearch .

Posted 10/5/2026full-timeCanadaMid-LevelSenior💰 CA$119,000 - CA$161,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in managing and optimizing OpenSearch clusters in AWS, with a strong focus on log ingestion, parsing, and automation using infrastructure as code. Proficient in security practices and familiar with log schemas, contributing to the design of advanced logging platforms.

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OpenSearch Cluster ManagementLog Ingestion Pipeline DevelopmentAWS Environment SecurityInfrastructure As Code (Terraform, Puppet)Python Automation

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Hard Skills

OpenSearchElasticsearchLogstashFluent BitAWSPythonRubyLinuxKubernetesS3

Soft Skills

CuriosityCollaboration

Tools & Technologies

TerraformPuppetKinesisKafkaSIEM

Certifications & Qualifications

AWS Certified Security – SpecialtyCKSCISSP

Industry Keywords

Log DataData LakesIndex Lifecycle PoliciesAccess ControlsInfrastructure Security

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

AWSElasticSearchFirewallsKafkaKubernetesLinuxLogstashNode.jsPuppetPythonRubyTerraform

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Onboard new log sources end to end: collect the data, parse and normalize it, and land it in OpenSearch
Scale and tune OpenSearch clusters in AWS, including node sizing, shard and index strategy, and storage tiers
Handle cluster maintenance, including version upgrades, snapshots and restores, and index lifecycle policies
Troubleshoot ingestion delays, parsing failures and cluster health issues and participate in triaging incoming issues
Automate existing manual work and move infrastructure into code
Model log data so fields are consistent and queryable across sources
Maintain access controls that keep log data complete, trustworthy and tamper-resistant
Contribute to the design of the next-generation logging platform and SIEM, working closely across teams

Requirements

What you’ll need

Hands-on experience running OpenSearch or Elasticsearch clusters, including scaling, tuning, upgrades and troubleshooting
Experience building log ingestion and parsing pipelines with tools like Logstash, Fluent Bit, Opensearch Ingestion
Familiarity with streaming services such as Kinesis, Kafka
3+ years working in AWS environments, with a solid understanding of how to secure them
Working knowledge of infrastructure as code tools like Terraform or Puppet
Ability to write Python or Ruby to automate operational work
Strong Linux skills
Curiosity about how security teams use log data, and a keen interest in improving your craft by using AI
Experience with SIEM implementation or migration
Familiarity with log schemas such as ECS or OCSF
Hands-on work with S3-based data lakes, log routing or high-volume event pipelines
Experience with Kubernetes and/or EKS
Infrastructure security background (firewalls, ACLs, authentication, device hardening)
Security certifications such as AWS Certified Security – Specialty, CKS, CISSP or similar

Benefits

Comp & perks

Competitive, equitable salary
Top-tier health benefits
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Hybrid work environment
Flexible time off policy, with an encouraged 20 days off per year
$2000 annual counseling benefit
RRSP matching
RESP contribution
Clioversary recognition program with special acknowledgement at 3, 5, 7, and 10 years
Accessibility accommodations during the recruitment process