Cyber Security Analyst

Job Description

Posted Tuesday, January 13, 2026 at 9 : 00 AM

Rocky View County values our employees and provides a welcoming and stable work environment where positive energy, creativity, and a service mindset are encouraged. We seek individuals who enjoy making a difference and contributing meaningfully to a vibrant community.Our valued and diverse team of 500+ employees are provided with the same concern, respect, and caring attitude as the 45,000 people who call Rocky View County home.

At Rocky View County we value employee work / life balance. Staff are provided with opportunities to grow professionally while being supported with paid training, a competitive salary, benefits after 30 days, 27 paid days off in their first year, plus general holidays, a pension plan, paid sick time, and a hybrid work environment for eligible positions.

Position Summary

The Cyber Security Analyst to safeguard municipal infrastructure, digital services, and critical IT / OT environments. This role leads the charge in monitoring, detecting, and mitigating cyber threats while proactively hardening Microsoft 365 and on-premises ecosystems. Beyond technical defense, the position serves as a key advisor in developing security policies and fostering a culture of cyber-awareness to ensure that staff and residents rely on secure, uninterrupted services.

Security Operations & Incident Response

• Monitor & Triage : Oversee SIEM and EDR alerts; investigate, contain, and remediate emerging threats.
• Incident Management : Execute incident handling playbooks and coordinate response efforts with departmental business owners.
• Threat Hunting : Proactively hunt for vulnerabilities using logs, telemetry, and intelligence from the Canadian Centre for Cyber Security (CCCS).
• Optimization : Continuously tune detections and use cases to improve accuracy and reduce false positives.

Vulnerability Management & System Hardening

Identity & Perimeter Defense

Governance, Risk, and Compliance (GRC)

Other

Position Requirements

A combination of a degree or diploma in Computer Science, InfoSec, or a related field (or an equivalent mix of education and experience) along with 5–7+ years in IT security operations or network / systems roles with hands-on incident response experience.

Previous experience in the public sector or municipal government is considered a strong asset.

Certifications

Other

We thank applicants for their interest. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Closing Date : Open until a suitable candidate is found.

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