Security Analyst

About Us

SIMNET is a leading provider of cloud computing services and solutions. Founded in 2008, SIMNET offers infrastructure as a service (IaaS), platform as a service (PaaS), and software as a service (SaaS) to small and medium-sized businesses, enterprises, and government agencies across North America.

Role Summary

We are seeking a detail-oriented and proactive IT Security/SOC Analyst to support our Governance, Risk, and Compliance (GRC) and incident response functions. This role maintains accurate security documentation, monitors and analyzes security events through SIEM tools, investigates potential threats, and coordinates incident remediation and escalation. The analyst will also manage vulnerability assessment for infrastructure and web applications, deliver security awareness programs, and contribute to continuous improvement of SOC processes.

Salary Range: 60K to 75K

Eligible for Discretionary Bonus: YES

Job Type: Full-Time

Vacancy: Position Available Now

Location: Onsite

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain accuracy of security documents related to Governance Risk and Compliance (GRC).
• Keep up-to-date knowledge of the IT security industry, including new and revised security solutions and evolving threat vectors.
• Investigate and perform in-depth analysis of exploits and recommend remediation.
• Provide network expertise to support timely decision-making when declaring an incident.
• Review security events populated in a SIEM system and remediate as appropriate.
• Analyze network and host-based security appliance logs (Firewalls, NIDS, HIDS, Sys Logs, etc.) to determine correct remediation actions and escalation paths.
• Independently contain, analyze, and eradicate malicious activity.
• Document all activities during an incident and provide status updates to leadership throughout the incident lifecycle.
• Provide information regarding intrusion events, security incidents, and other threat indications to the client.
• Assist with the development of processes and procedures to improve incident response times and overall SOC functions.
• Produce daily shift change, security status, and incident reports.
• Perform Infrastructure vulnerability management from configuration to reporting.
• Perform WebApp vulnerability management from configuration to reporting.
• Execute Security Awareness Training programs from configuration to reporting.
• Track events and incidents using the ticketing system.

Requirements

• 1-3 years exposure to SOC2, PCI DSS, NIST, ISO 27001, and CIS security frameworks.
• 1-3 years experience in a GRC or operational capacity is preferred.
• 2-3 years technical knowledge of framework controls and testing.
• 2-3 years experience with common IP, TCP/IP, and other network administration protocols.
• 2-3 years experience with syslog monitoring and Windows Server and Linux administration.
• 2-3 years experience with common IDS/IPS platforms (Snort, Cisco, Fortigate, PaloAlto).
• 2-3 years exposure to incident handling/response.
• College diploma or university degree in computer science, or 1-2 years equivalent work experience in SOC is preferred.

Certifications

• CompTIA Security+.
• CGRC (ISC)², CRISC or equivalent.
• GIAC Information Security Fundamentals.
• Microsoft Certified Systems Administrator: Security.
• Associate of (ISC)².

Benefits

• Comprehensive Health & Wellness: Extended health and dental coverage, plus a flexible health spending account (HSA).
• Financial Wellbeing: Group RRSP matching program.
• Learning & Growth: Continuing education opportunities, professional development programs, and tuition support.
• Work-from-home options: Flexibility to work from home when appropriate.
• Recognition & Rewards: Motivated employee recognition program.
• Collaborative Culture: Inclusive team environment with open feedback.
• Challenging & Innovative Projects: High-impact projects that foster creativity.
• Convenience & Comfort: On-site parking, casual dress code, free snacks & drinks, and company lunches twice a month.
• Team Connection: Company events, outings, and team-building activities.

At SIMNET, we believe diverse and inclusive teams drive better outcomes. We are an equal‑opportunity employer and are committed to providing reasonable accommodations to applicants throughout the interview process.

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