It Security Analyst

550_Niagara_Complex_Services Complex Services; Hamilton; On-site; CAD 63,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

Niagara Casinos is seeking an IT Security Analyst to deploy, operate, and monitor information security technology and to analyze security incidents. Reporting to the Senior Manager, Cyber Security, the role supports embedding and enforcing security policies and procedures across the organization.

Responsibilities include triaging alerts, vulnerability scanning, asset inventory alignment, and risk documentation.

Qualifications

• University degree or college diploma in Cyber Security or Computer Science.
• 1–3 years' experience in enterprise security engineering and operations.
• ISC2 SSCP or CompTIA Security+ certification; CISSP a strong asset.
• Knowledge of vulnerabilities and patch management.
• Strong time management and attention to detail.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
• Passion for information security.

Responsibilities

• Implementing, monitoring and managing security platforms including SIEM, Endpoint Protection, Email Security, DLP, and DNS/Web Security tools.
• Performing daily triage, investigation, and escalation of security alerts and detections.
• Performing vulnerability scans, track remediation, and maintaining asset inventory alignment, assisting in risk documentation.
• Health check and maintenance activities across security tools, including agent coverage analysis and tuning.
• Developing information security training and awareness activities, including phishing simulations.
• Assisting in reporting, including regulatory reports and trend analysis.
• Identifying and assessing information security risks and defining mitigating controls.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Time management

Attention to detail

Ethical mindset

Education

University degree or college diploma in Cyber Security or Computer Science

Tools

SIEM

Endpoint Protection

Email Security

DLP

DNS/Web Security tools

Job description

Regular There are some GREAT PEOPLE out there... we should know we hire them! IF YOU ARE AN EXISTING EMPLOYEE, PLEASE NAVIGATE TO THE INTERNAL JOB POSTING USING THIS LINK: IT SECURITY ANALYST Full Time Salaried Target Salary Range $63,000 to $71,900 per annum Placement within the hiring range is based on skills and experience Application Deadline: November 1, 2026 Reporting to the Senior Manager, Cyber Security , the role will be responsible for the deployment, operation and monitoring of information security technology and for identifying and analyzing security incidents. The role will be pivotal in embedding and implementing the company’s information security policies, standards, and procedures. Do you have excellent analytical, conceptual and problem-solving skills? Does the IT Security field intrigue you? Are you persistently curious and guided by a strong sense of ethics, then we may have just the opportunity for you! Come join a great team of great people committed to continuous improvement and operational excellence.

The job involves:

• Implementing, monitoring and managing security platforms including SIEM, Endpoint Protection, Email Security, DLP, and DNS/Web Security tools
• Performing daily triage, investigation, and escalation of security alerts and detections
• Performing vulnerability scans, track remediation, and maintaining asset inventory alignment, assisting in the creation of risk documentation, and supporting remediation efforts across a cross-functional team
• Performing health check and maintenance activities across security tools, including agent coverage analysis, security tool hygiene, asset tagging, regular review of rules and exceptions, tuning, and troubleshooting support
• Contributing to the development of information security training and awareness activities; including content development and recommendations, threat simulation, phishing exercises, and campaign tracking
• Assisting in the collection, analysis and tracking of vendor security assessments
• Maintaining and regularly testing the organization’s security documents (policies, standards, baselines, guidelines and procedures)
• Assisting in reporting activities, including regulatory reports, regular metrics, and trend analysis
• Identifying and assessing information security risks and defining appropriate mitigating controls
• Continually improving the overall effectiveness of the security program and response process
• Performing user access reviews
• Providing support for internal and external audits
• Obtaining and maintaining applicable gaming licenses in multiple jurisdictions as required
• Working as one team under stressful conditions during high volume business levels
• Flexibility to support a 24/7/365 operation

The ideal candidate has:

• A University degree or college diploma in Cyber Security or Computer Science
• Minimum 1 - 3 years' experience in enterprise security engineering and operations
• ISC2 SSCP or CompTIA Security+ certification, ISC2 CISSP certification a strong asset
• Knowledge of application/system/network/infrastructure vulnerabilities
• Knowledge of IT security, monitoring tools and experience in vulnerability and patch management
• Exceptional time management and organizational skills with keen attention to detail
• Ability to effectively prioritize and execute tasks in a high-pressure environment and meet tight deadlines
• A passion for information security

We confirm that we do not use AI in screening of applicants, and this position is an existing vacancy.

Niagara Casinos is committed to creating an accessible and inclusive environment by providing equal opportunity to candidates of all abilities.

Accommodations are available upon request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.

We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Knock, knock. Hear that sound? That's opportunity and it's at Niagara Casinos.

Since opening its doors on December 9, 1996, Casino Niagara has been non-stop excitement in the heart of the Niagara Tourism area.

Just 8 years later, Fallsview Casino resort opened to the public on June 10, 2004.

Built on a cliff overlooking the world-famous Horseshoe Falls, Fallsview Casino Resort is the largest and most elegant gaming resort facility in Canada.

This world class gaming and entertainment facility is the crown jewel in Niagara's stunning array of wonders.

At Niagara Casinos we pride ourselves on our employees and strive to create a culture for our associates that demonstrate our values every day.

We believe that the differences and unique qualities in people should be celebrated and encouraged.

Every employee that works here should feel valued, respected and accepted.

At Niagara Casinos, EVERYTHING we do is Customer Service.