IT Security Analyst: Cyber Defense & Incident Response

NBCC (New Brunswick Community College); Fredericton; On-site; CAD 81,000 - 98,000; Full time

Job summary

NBCC is seeking an IT Security Analyst to strengthen its cybersecurity posture across NBCC campuses. The role focuses on threat detection, incident response, and vulnerability management, collaborating with staff and partner institutions to safeguard digital assets.

The position requires a Bachelor’s in Cybersecurity or IT or a related field, plus a two-year IT diploma and four years of related experience. Certification toward CISSP/CRISC/CISM is a plus.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, IT or related field.
• Two-year IT diploma with four years of related experience.

Responsibilities

• Threat detection and mitigation: monitor networks, identify anomalies, respond to incidents and coordinate with vendors for protection.
• Incident response: develop and execute incident response plans with cross-functional teams.
• Vulnerability monitoring: conduct regular assessments and penetration testing to address weaknesses.
• Security awareness: design and deliver staff, faculty, and student cybersecurity training.

Skills

Security analysis

Cybersecurity principles

Risk management

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity/Information Technology or related field

Two-year diploma in IT discipline

Job description

NBCC is seeking an IT Security Analyst to strengthen its cybersecurity posture across NBCC campuses. The role focuses on threat detection, incident response, and vulnerability management, collaborating with staff and partner institutions to safeguard digital assets.

The position requires a Bachelor’s in Cybersecurity or IT or a related field, plus a two-year IT diploma and four years of related experience. Certification toward CISSP/CRISC/CISM is a plus.