Cybersecurity Analyst -191

DGA Careers; Edmonton; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

DGA Careers is recruiting a Cybersecurity Analyst to join the Computer, Networks and Infrastructure team of an established Western Canadian insurance organization. Reporting to the CNI Manager, you will design, implement, manage, and continuously improve cybersecurity defenses to protect people, systems and data.

This role suits someone who hunts cyber threats, takes ownership, and measures success by execution and results, while staying current with security trends and translating knowledge

Qualifications

• 5–7 years of cybersecurity experience.
• 2+ years securing Azure and Microsoft 365.
• Experience with application and infrastructure penetration-testing tools.
• Strong knowledge of IT infrastructure, networks and protocols.
• Excellent English communication skills.
• A genuine interest in continuous learning and security technologies.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development of the organization’s Cybersecurity Incident Response Plan.
• Act as the primary escalation point for cybersecurity incident response.
• Monitor Help Desk tickets and respond to cybersecurity-related issues.
• Be available for high-severity incidents on a 24/7 basis when required.
• Manage and administer intrusion detection and prevention systems, firewalls, network devices, and other security systems.
• Maintain and monitor security sensors and data sources to ensure events are logged, monitored, and escalated.
• Perform vulnerability testing, risk analysis, and security assessments.
• Partner with business teams to implement security solutions and best practices.
• Help maintain compliance with industry standards and regulations.
• Investigate security breaches and remediation activities.
• Develop company-wide IT security best practices and awareness programs.

Skills

Cybersecurity experience

Azure security

Microsoft 365 security

Penetration testing

Education

Post secondary education

University degree

Job description

We’re recruiting a Cybersecurity Analyst to join the Computer, Networks and Infrastructure team of an established Western Canadian insurance organization.

Reporting to the CNI Manager, this role will play an important part in the design, implementation, management, and continuous improvement of the organization’s cybersecurity defenses. You’ll help protect people, systems, and data while staying ahead of an evolving threat landscape and bringing forward practical, effective security solutions.

This opportunity is well suited to someone who enjoys hunting for cyber threats, takes ownership of their work, and measures success by execution and results. If you’re continually learning, keeping current with emerging technologies and security practices, and looking for ways to translate that knowledge into business value, this could be a strong next step in your career.

What You’ll Do

In this role, you will:

• Lead the development of the organization’s Cybersecurity Incident Response Plan
• Act as the primary escalation point for cybersecurity incident response
• Monitor Help Desk tickets and respond to cybersecurity-related issues
• Be available for high-severity incidents on a 24/7 basis when required
• Manage and administer intrusion detection and prevention systems, firewalls, network devices, and other security systems
• Maintain and monitor security sensors and data sources to ensure security events are logged, monitored, correlated, and appropriately escalated
• Perform vulnerability testing, risk analysis, and security assessments
• Partner with business teams, software development, and infrastructure teams to research best practices and implement appropriate security solutions
• Help maintain compliance with industry best practices and regulatory requirements
• Investigate security breaches and other cybersecurity incidents
• Remediate identified vulnerabilities and help maintain a strong security posture
• Develop and lead company-wide IT security best practices
• Create and lead cybersecurity awareness and training initiatives for employees
• Research and provide guidance on cybersecurity policies, standards, best practices, and strategies
• Assess vendors for compliance with organizational data-protection policies and practices
• Research security enhancements and make recommendations to management
• Stay current on information technology trends and security standards
• Prepare regular reporting related to the organization’s overall security posture
• Build effective working relationships with software development teams, internal stakeholders, and end users
• Mentor and support the development of other team members

What You’ll Bring

The ideal candidate will bring:

• 5–7 years of cybersecurity experience
• 2+ years of experience securing and monitoring Azure and Microsoft 365 environments

Experience with application and infrastructure penetration-testing tools

• Strong knowledge of IT infrastructure, including operating systems, networks, and protocols
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to identify issues and implement effective solutions
• The ability to prioritize competing demands, meet deadlines, and adapt to changing priorities
• The ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a high-pressure environment
• Experience providing mentoring and training to team members
• Excellent English verbal and written communication skills
• A high degree of resourcefulness, flexibility, and adaptability
• A genuine interest in continuous learning, professional certifications, and emerging cybersecurity technologies

What You’ll Experience

This organization offers:

• Competitive base compensation with annual bonus eligibility
• A strong focus on work-life balance
• Matching contributions to a Registered Pension Plan
• Personal insurance reimbursement
• Social events throughout the year
• An annual staff appreciation event celebrating team achievements
• Career opportunities within a stable and essential industry
• A supportive corporate culture with opportunities for professional development and advancement

About the Organization

Our client is an established Canadian property and casualty insurer that has served customers across Western and Northern Canada for more than four decades. The organization works with an extensive network of independent insurance brokers and offers home, auto, and commercial insurance products.

With a strong emphasis on relationships, community, collaboration, and responsive service, the company has built a reputation as a stable employer with a people-focused culture and a commitment to long-term employee development.

If you’re an experienced cybersecurity professional who enjoys combining hands‑on technical work with incident response, security strategy, and collaboration across the business, we’d like to hear from you.

About Us:

DGA Careershas been proudly serving the Canadian insurance industry for over 30 years, specializing in providing insurance recruiting services to major insurers, insurance brokerage firms and independent adjusting firms. With offices in Toronto, Vancouver, Montreal, Edmonton, and Calgary, DGA Careersis well positioned to conduct searches with a national scope. Our unrivalled professional network across Canada provides us with the ability to reach vital key influencers and passive candidates nationally.

Education Required

• Post Secondary Education
• University Degree