Information Security Analyst

BDO Canada LLP; Toronto; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

BDO Canada LLP is seeking an Information Security Analyst to support security operations with a focus on investigation, digital forensics, and reporting. This replacement role involves monitoring, forensic analysis, and communicating risks to stakeholders.

You will triage alerts from SIEM/EDR, conduct root-cause investigations, and preserve evidence according to chain-of-custody standards while collaborating with teams to improve security posture across on-prem and cloud environments.

Qualifications

• 2+ years in security operations or incident response.
• Experience with SIEM, EDR, and investigation tooling.
• Exposure to digital forensics methodologies.
• Understanding of network, endpoint, and identity security.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and triage security alerts from SIEM, EDR, and security platforms.
• Conduct investigations to determine root cause, scope, and impact.
• Perform digital forensic analysis on endpoints, servers, and cloud environments.
• Collect and preserve evidence following chain-of-custody principles.
• Analyze logs, disk images, and memory artifacts.
• Prepare defensible investigation and forensic reports.
• Communicate findings to stakeholders.
• Maintain threat intelligence awareness.

Skills

SIEM

EDR

Investigation tooling

Digital forensics

Network security

Endpoint security

Identity security

Education

Bachelor's degree or diploma in Computer Science / Information Security

Tools

Investigation tooling

Forensics tools

Job description

Putting people first, every day BDO is a firm built on a foundation of positive relationships with our people and our clients. Each day, our professionals provide exceptional service, helping clients with advice and insight they can trust. In turn, we offer an award-winning environment that fosters a people-first culture with a high priority on your personal and professional growth.

Your Opportunity Reporting to the Manager, Information Security, the Information Security Analyst supports security operations with a focus on investigation, digital forensics, and reporting. This replacement role contributes to protecting systems and data through monitoring, forensic analysis, and communication of risks and threats.

To be successful in this role, you will:

• Monitor and triage security alerts from SIEM, EDR, and security platforms
• Conduct investigations to determine root cause, scope, and impact
• Perform digital forensic analysis on endpoints, servers, and cloud environments
• Collect and preserve evidence following chain-of-custody principles
• Analyze logs, disk images, and memory artifacts
• Prepare defensible investigation and forensic reports
• Communicate findings to stakeholders
• Maintain threat intelligence awareness

How do we define success for your role? You demonstrate BDO's core values through all aspect of your work: Integrity, Respect & Collaboration You understand your client's industry, challenges, and opportunities; client describe you as positive, professional, and delivering high quality work You identify, recommend, & are focused on effective service delivery to your clients You share in an inclusive & engaging work environment that develops, retains & attracts talent You actively participate in the adoption of digital tools and strategies to drive an innovative workplace You grow your expertise through learning & professional development

Your experience and education

• University degree or diploma in Computer Science, Information Security, or related field, or equivalent experience.
• 2+ years in security operations or incident response
• Experience with SIEM, EDR, and investigation tooling
• Exposure to digital forensics methodologies
• Understanding of network, endpoint, and identity security

The expected range of compensation for this role is $60,000 - $100,000 annually

Why BDO?

Our people-first approach to talent has earned us a spot among Canada's Top 100 Employers for 2026. This recognition is a milestone we're thrilled to add to our collection of awards for both experienced and student talent experiences. At BDO, our people experience is guided by three core pillars—Do work with genuine care, Do what matters with purpose, and Do what's next - shaping how we support our people, serve our clients, and grow together. Our firm is committed to providing an environment where you can be successful in the following ways: We enable you to engage with how we change and evolve, being a key contributor to the success and growth of BDO in Canada. We help you become a better professional within our services, industries, and markets with extensive opportunities for learning and development. We support your achievement of personal goals outside of the office and making an impact on your community. We foster a collaborative, inclusive environment where your ideas are valued, and you can do your best work with genuine care and purpose We encourage innovation and forward thinking, empowering you to embrace what's next and help shape the future of our firm Giving back adds up: Where company meets community.

Total rewards that matter: We pay for performance with competitive total cash compensation that recognizes and rewards your contribution. We provide comprehensive benefits from day one, and a flexible personal time off policy. We're committed to supporting your overall wellbeing and provide reimbursement for wellness initiatives that fit your lifestyle.

Everyone counts: We are committed to creating a workplace where employees can participate fully, contribute meaningfully and succeed without barriers. We are dedicated to fostering a workplace defined by respect, fairness, and a true sense of belonging for everyone. We recognize and celebrate the unique experiences, identities, and perspectives that each of us bring – and that these experiences strengthen how we work together. Our commitment extends to ensuring that our application process is both inclusive and accessible. If you require accommodation to complete the application process, please contact us.

Flexibility: All BDO personnel are expected to spend some of their time working in the office, at the client site, and virtually unless accommodations or alternative work arrangements are in place. Our model is a blended approach designed to support the flexible needs of our people, the firm and our clients. It's about creating work experiences that meet everyone's needs and providing flexibility to adjust when, where and how we work to meet the expectations of our role.

Code of Conduct: Our Code of Conduct sets clear standards for how we conduct business. It reflects our shared values and commitments and includes guiding principles to help us make ethical decisions and maintain trust with each other, our clients, and the public. BDO may use artificial intelligence enabled tools to support certain aspects of the recruitment process. While these tools assist our teams, our use of AI does not replace human decision making, and all employment-related outcomes are made by BDO personnel. More information on BDO Canada's Privacy Policy can be found here: Privacy Policy | BDO Canada