Cyber Security Analyst

Field Effect; Calgary; Remote; CAD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Field Effect is seeking a Cyber Security Analyst to join our Analytic Operations team in Western Canada with a remote working arrangement. You will work across real client environments, leveraging Field Effect’s MDR platform to investigate threats and turn raw sensor data into actionable insights clients can understand and act on.

This opportunity is ideal for experienced analysts who thrive on solving complex challenges and bring a fresh perspective to cybersecurity.

Qualifications

• 3+ years in security operations, incident response, or similar.
• College or university degree in CS/IT or related field with cybersecurity focus; equivalent experience considered.
• Strong analytical thinking and pattern recognition; knowledge of threats and malware.
• Familiarity with Python, ELK, Wireshark, and network analysis tools.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and assess IT environments.
• Threat hunt and perform deep-dive investigations.
• Communicate insights clearly to clients and teammates.
• Collaborate with cybersecurity experts on incident response.
• Support clients across diverse infrastructures.

Skills

SOC Experience

Threat Hunting

Python scripting

ELK

Wireshark

Windows & Cloud

Education

Bachelor's in CS/IT or related field

Tools

Snort

Suricata

SIEM

Job description

Field Effect is hiring a Cyber Security Analyst to join our Analytic Operations team in Western Canada (remote position). You’ll work across real client environments - leveraging Field Effect’s MDR platform to investigate threats, uncover anomalies, and turn raw sensor data into insights our clients can understand and act on.

This opportunity is ideal for experienced analysts who thrive on solving complex challenges and bring a fresh perspective to cybersecurity.

Here’s what makes this opportunity stand out:

• No traditional SOC silos: Forget rigid Level 1/2/3 roles. Our analysts handle the full spectrum; from alert triage to containment and in-depth reporting.
• Diverse threat exposure: Work across malware, ransomware, and email compromises; gaining experience beyond the usual SOC boundaries.
• Direct access to the data you need: We own our tech, so you’ll have seamless API access to event logs, processes, and cloud data.
• Build and improve detections: Use EDR, YARA, SNORT, and cloud analytics to craft high-fidelity detections and grow your analytic skillset.

Location:

Please note that this role is open to candidates that reside in the Pacific and Mountain time zones only.

What You’ll Do:

• Monitor and assess IT environments
• Threat hunt and perform deep-dive investigations
• Communicate insights clearly and effectively
• Collaborate with a team of cybersecurity experts
• Support clients across diverse infrastructures

Experience and Skills We Look For:

• 3+ years' experience working in a security operations center, incident response, or similar role
• A college or University degree in fields such as Computer Science, Software Engineering, Network Administration, or a related field with a strong focus on cyber security. Equivalent experience will also be considered.
• Strong analytical thinking, and the ability to spot patterns, trends and reason through problems
• Understanding of the modern Internet, protocols, cyber threats and malware
• Ability to take a wide, high-level perspective to prioritize, then drill down and get deep in the weeds
• Data and metadata analysis using tools like Python, ELK
• Network analysis and packet capture using tools like Wireshark, Tshark
• Broad general IT knowledge, including Windows enterprise networks, operating systems, virtualized and cloud-based infrastructure
• Clear and effective communication in writing
• Thriving in a collaborative environment, both asking for and providing help
• Having a deep curiosity and the ability to follow and investigate leads
• Knowledge of cyber security practices, challenges, tools, and techniques
• Occasional weekend daytime shifts will be required as part of a team that rotates to maintain complete operational coverage
• Occasional travel may be required for this role

Added Bonuses:

• Application protocol analysis
• Malware reverse engineering, kill chain analysis, and vulnerability research
• Administration of security and networking software and hardware, including firewalls, proxies, SIEMs, Snort, Suricata
• Ability to program in interpreted languages efficiently and effectively, especially Python

Field Effect is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants are given consideration regardless of race, religion, colour, gender, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, marital status, citizenship status, disability, veteran status, or any other protected class as provided in applicable employment laws. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please contact us.

About Us:

Field Effect is a global cybersecurity company on a mission to make intelligence-grade protection accessible to organizations of all sizes. Our managed detection and response platform combines advanced technology with expert insight to help businesses identify risks early, respond quickly, and stay ahead of evolving threats.

Founded by world-class experts, we take a practical, streamlined approach, building intuitive tools and delivering human expertise that helps organizations strengthen their security without added complexity.

We’re building a collaborative, high-performing team that values curiosity, accountability, and continuous improvement. Field Effect has been recognized as one of Canada’s Top 100 Small and Medium Employers and a top employer in Ottawa.