Cybersecurity Analyst

Job Title: Cybersecurity Analyst

Vacancies: This posting is for (1) current vacancy

Location: Toronto, ON | Vancouver, BC | Victoria, BC | Ottawa, ON | Calgary, AB | Halifax, NS | St John's, NL | Kelowna, BC| Prince George, BC | Montreal, QC (Detailed office location information can be found by visiting this link: https://cancer.ca/en/contact-us)

Work Model: Hybrid Work Model

Salary Band: 5 ($65,000 - $75,000 CAD)

HELP SHAPE THE FUTURE OF CANCER CARE IN CANADA

The Canadian Cancer Society works tirelessly to save lives, improve lives and drive collective action against cancer. Together with patients, volunteers, donors and communities across the country, we raise funds to invest in transformative cancer research, we provide a caring support system for everyone affected by cancer and we advocate to governments to create a healthier future for all. It takes a society to take on cancer – and the Canadian Cancer Society is leading the way

MAKING AN IMPACT

Reporting to the Sr. Manager, Enterprise Infrastructure, Cloud and Security, the Cybersecurity Analyst is in charge of ensuring the cybersecurity posture of the Canadian Cancer Society (CCS) is comprehensive, up-to-date, robust, regularly tested, and monitored. In addition to supporting the Sr. Manager with security planning, this role requires a deep and broad technical background in configuring, implementing, managing and monitoring a wide range of cybersecurity solutions. This role sits within the Digital Strategy and Technology department and works closely with Infrastructure, Cloud, and external security partners.

Ensuring cybersecurity best practices are documented and followed, and CCS’s user community is well coached and provided with a robust cybersecurity awareness program, all while continually assessing and improving CCS’s nationwide cybersecurity posture, will be key to the success of this role.

WHAT YOU’LL BE DOING:

Security Operations & Incident Response

• Maintain, update, test, and monitor security solutions, including daily checks and rapid action to security alerts
• Actively monitor and research cybersecurity threats and take appropriate remedial action
• Maintain and update IT security policies, documentation, and best practices
• Actively review cybersecurity incidents, tickets, and tools to identify and mitigate trends and threats
• Participate in vulnerability management process

Security Governance & Awareness

• Maintain and improve an organization-wide cybersecurity awareness program with measurable KPIs
• Produce ongoing security reporting including KPI benchmarks, threat assessment and remediation measures taken
• Regularly stay informed of emerging threats, discovered vulnerabilities, and advancements in threat detection, mitigation, and defence, and proactively communicate these developments to ensure the organization adapts to the evolving threat environment

Advisory, Support (tier 2-3) & Continuous Improvement

• Provide advanced technical investigation, escalation handling, and resolution for cybersecurity related incidents and tickets, ensuring timely remediation and alignment with security best practices
• Evaluate and assess potential new technology solutions for compliance with cybersecurity guidelines
• Collaborate with Digital Strategy and Technology teams to investigate and/or remediate cybersecurity vulnerabilities and incidents in a timely manner
• Actively monitor for cybersecurity incidents and threats, generate tickets for and contribute to remediation as required
• Support end users on their daily Cybersecurity request including evaluating anew applications and provide feedback on user’s security scores and reports
• Contribute to our culture of diversity, inclusion, belonging and equity (DIBE) by ensuring that all staff feel represented, valued, and heard across all aspects of their identity, including gender, age, religion, ethnicity, nationality, race, and sexuality.
• Other duties as assigned

QUALIFICATIONS:

• A technology university degree (bachelor) with equivalent experience or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience or equivalent professional valid certificate.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in developing, implementing, managing, and monitoring IT security solutions in a complex, geographically distributed environment.
• Broad and deep knowledge of various Cisco, Microsoft, Meraki and Fortinet products and solutions, including Firewalls, email content and spam filtering, DNS filtering, secure authentication and remote access solutions (VPN, SSO, and MFA), endpoint patch management, EDR/XDR, SIEM, SOC, DMZs, pen tests, vulnerability assessments and securing O365 internally and externally.
• Exposure to and knowledge of; IT security solutions, concepts, and trends including IPS/IDS, NAC, incident response plan development, endpoint encryption, cloud security, CASB, ethical hacking and mobile device security solutions.
• Exposure to and knowledge of; cybersecurity solutions, concepts, and trends including IPS/IDS, NAC, incident response plan development, endpoint encryption, cloud security, CASB, ethical hacking and mobile device security solutions.
• Significant knowledge of; Microsoft products and platforms including Active Directory, Azure and Office 365, Exchange Online, Windows Server, WSUS, Hypervisors, monitoring software, VLANs, Cisco products and services, PowerShell, and backup and recovery technologies.
• Nice to have software coding experience, knowledge of coding structures and query languages (SQL, KQL) and exposure to automation tools like Power Automate as well as reporting tools such as Power BI.
• Results-oriented with proven critical, evaluative, problem-solving and strong follow-through abilities.
• Proven ability to set priorities, complete work with minimal supervision, meet deadlines, adhere to CCS procedures consistently and accurately.
• ITIL Service Delivery qualification is desirable.
• Knowledge and experience with compliance of regulations such as PCI-DSS,PHIPA, and PIPEDA is desirable.
• Excellent customer service and people skills
• Strong critical skills with keen attention to detail
• Ability to handle sensitive information with compliance to privacy and high ethical standards
• Excellent communication skills, exceling at clear, concise writing across various formats, adapting style for both technical and non-technical audiences
• Highly comfortableworking in a team-oriented environment
• Willing and able to periodically work outside of regular hours, including checking notifications during weekends and holidays
  (This role participates in an on-call rotation and may require after-hours work during security incidents or critical maintenance.)
• Bilingualism (French/English) is highly preferred, with French being an asset due to the organization’s nationwide operations and the need for effective communication across various regions.
• Others may apply

WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT FROM US:

CCS provides impactful opportunities to transform the lives of Canadians affected by cancer. We are devoted to creating an inclusive workplace that celebrates diverse experiences and skills, encouraging all qualified candidates to join us. Our inspiring culture is rooted in our core values and commitment to meaningful change:

COURAGEOUS UNITED CARING RIGOROUS

We offer a competitive salary, excellent benefits, including paid parental leave, family sick time, and health insurance—and a fulfilling work environment where your efforts make a meaningful impact daily.

COME AS YOU ARE

At CCS, we celebrate individuality and the strength of diversity. We are committed to fostering an inclusive and equitable workplace that empowers everyone. We encourage applications from all qualified candidates, including those from equity-deserving groups such as BIPOC, 2SLGBTQI+ communities, individuals with disabilities, veterans, and others who contribute to the richness of our organization. Together, we unite Canadians to shape the future of cancer care.

HOW TO APPLY:

Qualified candidates are invited to submit their resume, cover letter and salary expectations by March 20, 2026

We thank all candidates for their interest and advise that only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

OTHER INFORMATION:

CCS is dedicated to employment equity and encourages applications from all qualified candidates. In accordance with the local provincial Accessibility Act, accommodation will be provided as requested throughout the recruitment process. We want to make the interview process a great experience for you!

Please note that in keeping with the mandate of CCS to model and promote healthy lifestyles, employees are not permitted to smoke in or about CCS premises or while carrying out CCS business.

Privacy Disclosure

We collect your personal information through forms, by phone or in person to evaluate your candidacy for the role(s) you have applied for, to contact you regarding your candidacy, and to generate recruitment-related reports. If selected for a position at CCS the information provided will be used for the purposes of pre-employment checks and added to your employee file. We may share your personal information with third parties, including recruitment consultants, within or outside your province or territory or outside Canada to carry out the purposes identified above, or as required by law. We may contact you by mail, email, phone or text. You can exercise your right to access your information or have it corrected, unsubscribe from communications or withdraw your consent by selecting these options within the ADP system, or by contacting privacy@cancer.ca. For more information about our privacy practices, visit cancer.ca/privacy.

AI Disclosure

We are committed to transparency and, the responsible use of technology in our hiring process. Artificial intelligence (AI) tools may be used to assist with certain administrative or screening tasks; however, all hiring decisions are made by people. We review and approve AI-assisted outputs to ensure fairness, accuracy, and alignment with our values. For more information about our privacy practices, visit cancer.ca/privacy.

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