Cybersecurity Incident Response & Threat Hunter

Horizon Computer Solutions; Edmonton; On-site; CAD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonus

Registered Pension Plan

Insurance reimbursement

Team events

Professional development

Job summary

Horizon Computer Solutions in Canada is seeking a Cybersecurity Analyst to join the CNI team. You will contribute to design, implementation, management, and continuous improvement of cyber security defenses while addressing evolving threats.

You will lead incident response planning, monitor security events, and coordinate with development and business teams to maintain compliance and security posture.

Qualifications

• Experience securing and monitoring Azure and Microsoft 365.
• 5–7 years in cyber security.
• Understanding of IT infrastructure, including protocols, operating systems and networks.
• Strong analytical abilities, with ability to identify problems and determine, implement solutions.
• Excellent English oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to work both independently and in a team environment, in a high-pressure environment with changing priorities.

Responsibilities

• Draw on experience to lead the development of a Cybersecurity Incident Response Plan.
• Act as the primary escalatory for the Cybersecurity Incident Response Plan.
• Monitor Help Desk tickets and respond to tickets related to Cybersecurity.
• Be available 24/7 for high severity incidents.
• Manage and administer intrusion detection/prevention systems, firewalls, network devices and security related systems.
• Maintain and monitor sensors and data sources to ensure logging and escalation of security events.
• Perform vulnerability testing, risk analyses and security assessments.
• Collaborate with business, software development, and CNI teams to implement best practices and ensure compliance.
• Investigate security breaches and other cyber incidents; remediate vulnerabilities.
• Develop and lead company-wide IT security best practices.
• Develop cybersecurity awareness and training for staff.
• Research, develop, and advise on policies, standards, and strategies.
• Assess vendors for data protection compliance.
• Research security enhancements and provide management with recommendations.
• Stay current on IT trends and security standards.
• Produce regular reports on the organization’s security posture.
• Maintain productive relationships with software development and end-users.

Skills

Azure & Microsoft 365 security

Cyber security expertise

Analytical thinking

Team collaboration

Mentoring teammates

Strong communication

Tools

Intrusion detection systems

Firewalls

Network devices

Job description

Horizon Computer Solutions in Canada is seeking a Cybersecurity Analyst to join the CNI team. You will contribute to design, implementation, management, and continuous improvement of cyber security defenses while addressing evolving threats.

You will lead incident response planning, monitor security events, and coordinate with development and business teams to maintain compliance and security posture.