SOC Analyst (Night)

KPMG Canada; Montreal; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated SOC Analyst to join their cybersecurity team. This role involves monitoring and analyzing security events, responding to incidents, and ensuring the protection of clients' critical assets. As a part of a dynamic team, you will leverage advanced tools and techniques to combat cyber threats and enhance security measures. If you are passionate about cyber defense and thrive in a fast-paced environment, this opportunity offers you the chance to make a significant impact in the field of cybersecurity. Join a forward-thinking organization that values diversity and innovation, and take your career to the next level.

Qualifications

• Strong experience with EDR, NDR, and SIEM platforms.
• Ability to analyze logs and network traffic for malicious behavior.

Responsibilities

• Monitor security alerts from various tools and assess their severity.
• Analyze security events to determine impact and recommend mitigation strategies.

Skills

SIEM & EDR Investigation

Malware & Threat Analysis

Forensic Investigation

KQL Knowledge

Bilingual (French & English)

Customer Service Mindset

Technical Communication

Stress Management

Analytical Thinking

Time Management

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Overview

At KPMG, you’ll join a team of diverse and dedicated problem solvers, connected by a common cause turning insight into opportunity for clients and communities around the world.

Are you passionate about cyber defense, threat detection, and incident response? Do you thrive in fast-paced environments where real-time security investigations protect organizations from cyber threats? If so, we have an exciting opportunity for you!

We’re looking for a SOC Analyst to join our cybersecurity team and play a critical role in monitoring, analyzing, and responding to security events for multiple clients. As part of a major worldwide Managed Detection and Response (MDR) service provider, you will actively defend businesses against advanced cyber threats, ensuring their critical assets remain secure and resilient in the face of evolving attacks.

What You Will Do

1. Alerts Triage & Incident Response
2. Continuously monitor security alerts from SOAR, SIEM, and other security tools across multiple clients.
3. Rapidly assess alerts, classify them by severity, type, and source, and escalate when necessary.
4. Validate alerts with enrichment tools, logs, and threat intelligence to distinguish true threats from false positives.
5. Prioritize and escalate security incidents requiring deeper investigation to senior analysts.

Investigation & Threat Analysis

1. Analyze security events to assess impact, scope, and affected systems.
2. Leverage EDR, SIEM, NDR, and forensic tools to investigate threats.
3. Identify patterns of malicious activity and potential threat actor tactics.
4. Recommend mitigation strategies and response actions to minimize risks.

Incident Management & Client Communication

1. Maintain thorough documentation, including timestamps, affected systems, and initial findings.
2. Communicate findings with clients, team leads, and stakeholders to ensure transparency and resolution.
3. Take action through client security technologies (e.g., EDR, firewalls, and access controls) to contain and isolate incidents when necessary.
4. Provide feedback on alert accuracy to improve SOC detection and triage processes.

Hands-On Security Operations & Continuous Improvement

1. Stay up to date with cyber threats, attack techniques, and evolving security best practices.
2. Participate in cybersecurity training, threat-hunting exercises, and blue team collaborations.
3. Assist colleagues during security incidents and contribute to an efficient team-based defense strategy.

Technical (Hard Skills)

What you bring to the role

• SIEM & EDR Investigation - Strong hands-on experience with Endpoint Detection & Response (EDR), Network Detection & Response (NDR), and SIEM platforms.
• Malware & Threat Analysis - Ability to analyze logs, and network traffic to detect malicious behavior.
• Forensic - Investigating incidents using security products alerts.
• KQL Knowledge - Experience in Microsoft Sentinel (Kusto Query Language - KQL) for security investigations.

Interpersonal Skills (Soft Skills)

• Bilingual (French & English) - Excellent written and verbal communication skills to answer all of our clients.
• Customer Service Mindset - Ability to engage with clients professionally, clearly, and supportively.
• Technical Communication & Outreach - Can translate complex security incidents into clear explanations for non-technical stakeholders.
• Team Player - Works effectively with peers in high-pressure situations.
• Stress Management & Quick Decision-Making - Ability to stay composed and make informed decisions under pressure in a dynamic environment.
• Detail-Oriented & Analytical Thinking - Ability to spot anomalies and critically analyze security incidents.
• Problem Solver - Adapts quickly to evolving cyber threats and finds effective solutions.
• Time Management - Ability to prioritize alerts efficiently and meet response SLAs.

Keys to your success

KPMG individuals Deliver Impact | Seek Growth | Inspire Trust and understand that a diverse workforce enables us to deepen relationships and strengthen our business.

Providing you with the support you need to be at your best

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Our Values, The KPMG Way

• Integrity, we do what is right
• Excellence, we never stop learning and improving
• Courage, we think and act boldly
• Together, we respect each other and draw strength from our differences
• For Better, we do what matters

KPMG in Canada is a proud equal opportunities employer and we are committed to creating a respectful, inclusive and barrier-free workplace that allows all of our people to reach their full potential. A diverse workforce is key to our success and we believe in bringing your whole self to work. We welcome all qualified candidates to apply and hope you will choose KPMG in Canada as your employer of choice.

Adjustments and accommodations throughout the recruitment process

At KPMG, we are committed to fostering an inclusive recruitment process where all candidates can be themselves and excel. We aim to provide a positive experience and are prepared to offer adjustments or accommodations to help you perform at your best. Adjustments (informal requests), such as extra preparation time or the option for micro breaks during interviews, and accommodations (formal requests), such as accessible communication supports or technology aids, are tailored to individual needs and role requirements. You will have the opportunity to request an adjustment or accommodation at any point throughout the recruitment process. You will have an opportunity to request an adjustment or accommodation at any point throughout the recruitment process. If you require support, please contact KPMG’s Employee Relations Service team by calling 1-888-466-4778.