Security Operations Center Analyst

Systematix; Regina; On-site; CAD 103,320 - 137,760; Full time

Job summary

Systematix is currently seeking experienced Security Analysts (Operations) to support a public-sector client. These are 100% onsite in Regina, SK, on a 12-month contract basis.

The role sits within a major cybersecurity initiative aimed at protecting government applications and networks across the province. The successful candidate will monitor, detect, and respond to incidents using ServiceNow, manage firewall/VPN controls, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to strengthen operational

Qualifications

• Enterprise cybersecurity operations experience.
• Experience with security incident response.
• Experience with ServiceNow or similar ITSM.
• Hands-on experience with firewalls, IDS/IPS, VPNs, and network security monitoring.
• Experience reviewing firewall rules and access controls.
• Knowledge of network traffic analysis and cyber threat detection.
• Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Ability to work 100% onsite in Regina, Saskatchewan.

Responsibilities

• Monitor, analyze, and respond to cybersecurity incidents using ServiceNow.
• Investigate network security events across firewalls, IDS/IPS, web proxies, VPNs.
• Perform network traffic analysis to identify indicators of compromise and unauthorized access.
• Support firewall administration, network segmentation, VPN security, NAC, and secure remote access.
• Review firewall rules, ACLs, and security configurations.
• Participate in incident response, packet capture analysis, and root cause investigations.
• Respond to Privileged Access Management (PAM) requests.
• Prepare operational reports, security metrics, and incident documentation.
• Support phishing simulation campaigns and security awareness initiatives.
• Collaborate with infrastructure, networking, architecture, and security teams.

Skills

Security Operations

Incident Response

ServiceNow

Firewalls

IDS/IPS

VPNs

Network Monitoring

Firewall Rules Review

Network Traffic Analysis

PAM

Phishing Awareness

Security Certifications

Tools

ServiceNow

Job description

We are Systematix and we are currently looking for experienced Security Analysts (Operations) to support one of our valued public-sector clients. These are 100% onsite in Regina, SK.

ABOUT THE PROJECT

Systematix is supporting a major cybersecurity initiative within our client's Cybersecurity and Risk Management (CSRM) Branch. This engagement forms part of an enterprise-wide cybersecurity program responsible for protecting government applications, infrastructure, networks, and digital services delivered to citizens across the province.

The successful consultant will join a collaborative security operations team responsible for strengthening the government's cybersecurity posture through security monitoring, incident response, network security operations, privileged access management, security reporting, phishing awareness initiatives, and continuous improvement of operational cybersecurity processes.

ABOUT THE RESPONSIBILITIES

In this role, you will become a key member of the Cybersecurity and Risk Management Branch, supporting daily cybersecurity operations across a large and complex enterprise environment.

Monitor, analyze, and respond to cybersecurity incidents using ServiceNow.

• Investigate network security events across firewalls, IDS/IPS, web proxies, VPNs, and related technologies.
• Perform network traffic analysis to identify indicators of compromise and unauthorized access.
• Support firewall administration, network segmentation, VPN security, NAC, and secure remote access.
• Review firewall rules, ACLs, and security configurations.
• Participate in incident response, packet capture analysis, and root cause investigations.
• Respond to Privileged Access Management (PAM) requests.
• Prepare operational reports, security metrics, and incident documentation.
• Support phishing simulation campaigns and security awareness initiatives.
• Collaborate with infrastructure, networking, architecture, and security teams.

REQUIREMENTS

Must-have:

• Enterprise cybersecurity operations experience.
• Experience with security incident response.
• Experience with ServiceNow or similar ITSM platforms.
• Hands-on experience with firewalls, IDS/IPS, VPNs, and network security monitoring.
• Experience reviewing firewall rules and access controls.
• Knowledge of network traffic analysis and cyber threat detection.
• Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Ability to work 100% onsite in Regina, Saskatchewan.

Nice-to-have:

• Government or large enterprise experience.
• Privileged Access Management (PAM).
• Phishing awareness initiatives.
• Security certifications such as Security+, CISSP, GIAC, CEH, GSEC, or CCNP Security.

ABOUT THE ROLE

Duration: Contract – 12 months

Anticipated Start Date: August 24, 2026 (or as soon as possible thereafter)

Work Schedule: Full-time (37.5 hours/week)

PAY DISCLOSURE

Intermediate (4–7 years): $75–$85/hr

Senior (8+ years): $85–$100/hr

Compensation is commensurate with experience, certifications, technical expertise, and market conditions.

AI DISCLOSURE

We may use artificial intelligence (AI) or other automated tools to support portions of our recruitment process. No automated system is used to make hiring decisions.

ABOUT SYSTEMATIX

Systematix is one of Canada's largest privately owned national consulting and resourcing firms. With offices across North America, we deliver high-calibre consulting services and technology professionals to clients across all levels of government and the private sector.

Systematix is committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive workplace and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.

Systematix. Results Focused. People Driven.