Senior Cybersecurity Analyst

Placements24; Kimberley; Hybrid; CAD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Retirement plan

Professional development

Remote work flexibility

Job summary

Placements24 partners with a forward-thinking financial services institution to recruit a Senior Cybersecurity Analyst for a fully remote role. You will help safeguard critical digital assets, identify and respond to threats, and ensure regulatory compliance while supporting Kimberley-based operations.

The role requires 5+ years in security operations, strong knowledge of network, endpoint, and cloud security, and proficiency with SIEM tools.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Information Technology, or a related field.
• 5+ years of experience in cybersecurity operations, incident response, or security analysis.
• Strong understanding of network security, endpoint security, and cloud security principles.
• Proficiency with SIEM tools, vulnerability scanners, and other security technologies.
• Experience with incident response methodologies and procedures.
• Knowledge of relevant security frameworks (e.g., NIST, ISO 27001).
• Relevant certifications such as CISSP, CEH, or GIAC are highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Monitor security alerts and events from various security tools (SIEM, IDS/IPS, EDR) and perform in-depth investigations.
• Conduct vulnerability assessments and penetration testing to identify and mitigate security risks.
• Develop and implement security policies, procedures, and best practices.
• Respond to and manage security incidents, including containment, eradication, and recovery.
• Perform threat hunting activities to proactively identify and address potential security breaches.
• Stay abreast of the latest cybersecurity threats, trends, and technologies.
• Collaborate with IT teams to implement and maintain security controls across the infrastructure.
• Develop security awareness training for employees.
• Contribute to the development and maintenance of disaster recovery and business continuity plans.

Skills

Cybersecurity operations

Incident response

Threat hunting

Network security

Cloud security

SIEM

Communication

Remote collaboration

Analytical thinking

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Information Technology, or related field

Tools

SIEM tools

Vulnerability scanners

EDR/endpoint security tools

Cloud security tooling

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a forward-thinking financial services institution, is seeking a Senior Cybersecurity Analyst to join their fully remote team. This is an exceptional opportunity to work from anywhere and contribute to safeguarding critical digital assets. You will be responsible for identifying, analyzing, and responding to security threats, implementing robust security measures, and ensuring compliance with industry regulations. If you have a deep understanding of cybersecurity principles and a passion for protecting organizations from evolving threats, this role is for you. This position is based remotely, supporting operations related to Kimberley.

Key Responsibilities

• Monitor security alerts and events from various security tools (SIEM, IDS/IPS, EDR) and perform in-depth investigations.
• Conduct vulnerability assessments and penetration testing to identify and mitigate security risks.
• Develop and implement security policies, procedures, and best practices.
• Respond to and manage security incidents, including containment, eradication, and recovery.
• Perform threat hunting activities to proactively identify and address potential security breaches.
• Stay abreast of the latest cybersecurity threats, trends, and technologies.
• Collaborate with IT teams to implement and maintain security controls across the infrastructure.
• Develop security awareness training for employees.
• Contribute to the development and maintenance of disaster recovery and business continuity plans.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Information Technology, or a related field.
• 5+ years of experience in cybersecurity operations, incident response, or security analysis.
• Strong understanding of network security, endpoint security, and cloud security principles.
• Proficiency with SIEM tools, vulnerability scanners, and other security technologies.
• Experience with incident response methodologies and procedures.
• Knowledge of relevant security frameworks (e.g., NIST, ISO 27001).
• Relevant certifications such as CISSP, CEH, or GIAC are highly desirable.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills, suitable for a remote work environment.

Benefits

Our client offers a competitive salary, excellent health and retirement benefits, opportunities for continuous professional development, and the flexibility of a fully remote work arrangement. While supporting operations related to Kimberley, you can work from any approved remote location.

Join a dedicated team committed to maintaining the highest standards of cybersecurity.