Cyber Security Analyst

Defence Construction Canada; Ottawa; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A government entity in Ottawa is looking for a Cyber Security Analyst to support their cyber strategy and perform daily operational activities to safeguard information systems. The ideal candidate will have a university degree in a related field and 4 years of relevant experience. This role offers exceptional benefits and opportunities for growth.

Benefits

Wellness allowance of $400

$1,500 for mental health services

Public-service pension

Flexible workplace options

Qualifications

• Minimum 4 years’ relevant experience in cyber security.
• Experience with compliance frameworks such as NIST, ISO 27001.
• Hands-on experience with vulnerability management solutions.

Responsibilities

• Conduct daily operational activities to safeguard information systems.
• Respond to and analyze security incidents.
• Monitor security perimeter equipment.

Skills

Best practices in IT cyber security

IT infrastructure administration and security

Powershell scripting

Microsoft 365 security products

Qualys vulnerability management

Education

University degree in computer science or related field

Security certifications (e.g. Microsoft, Cisco, Fortinet)

Job description

The Cyber Security Analyst helps implement and provides operational support for DCC’s cyber strategy. The incumbent acts as a key resource on cyber security and contributes to the prevention of security incidents. The Cyber Security Analyst configures, implements and supports information technology (IT) security devices and applications. The incumbent researches and recommends solutions to protect systems and applications that support cyber security at DCC.

KEY AND PERIODIC ACTIVITIES

The duties and responsibilities listed below are representative but not all-inclusive :

Primary

• Perform daily operational activities (e.g. checking and actioning security-related requests) to safeguard information system assets
• Review and interpret IT security alerts in order to respond and provide diagnostics
• Respond to, investigate and analyze security incidents and breaches
• Operate and maintain DCC’s cyber security awareness program by running periodic phishing campaigns and delivering training
• Contribute to the disaster recovery plans for DCC’s computer systems, databases, networks, servers and software applications
• Research, recommend, develop, document and support the implementation of solutions under the cyber security strategy
• Monitor and maintain all security perimeter equipment and associated components
• Ensure quality standards are met, in line with corporate expectations
• Manage risk

Other

• Conduct periodic compliance checks to ensure corporate assets are configured and operate according to DCC’s cyber security policies
• Other duties as assigned

SKILLS

General and Specific Knowledge

• Best practices, methods, trends and legislation in IT cyber security
• IT infostructure administration and security
• IT and cyber security systems
• Powershell scripting
• Microsoft 365 security products (knowledge and hands‑on experience)
• Qualys vulnerability management and patch management solutions (hands‑on experience)
• Project and risk management principles

Formal Education and / or Certification(s) and Experience

• Minimum : university degree in computer science or related field with 4 years’ relevant experience, or the equivalent
• Preferred : Security certifications from major suppliers (e.g. Microsoft, Cisco, Fortinet) NIST, ISO 27001, ITIL, SAS70 (or 5970) and / or other compliance frameworks CISSP ISACA

Abilities

• Use computer programs to perform advanced tasks
• Develop technical solutions
• Apply project and risk management techniques

DEVELOPMENT AND LEADERSHIP

• Provide functional direction and advice to employees

WORKING CONDITIONS

• Typical office environment

Check out your

Working with us offers excellent opportunities for growth and advancement—and entitles you to one of the job market’s best benefits packages valued at between 25 and 30% of your salary.

Your package includes :

Health and Wellness

• $400 wellness allowance to help cover expenses such as a gym membership
• $1,500 for mental health services on top of regular $1,500 paramedical coverage
• Telus Virtual Health Care

Home and Family

• Life, accidental‑death, and short-term disability insurance
• Enhanced inConfidence employee and family assistance program
• Flexible workplace options, including $400 allowance every two years, to support working from home

Leave and Retirement

• Public-service pension
• Comprehensive vacation and other paid-leave plans, along with deluxe travel benefit plans