IT Security Analyst

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The Opportunity

Are you passionate about safeguarding IT systems and ensuring robust cybersecurity measures? We are seeking a detail-oriented IT Security Analyst to join our team and strengthen our defenses against cyber threats. If you have a keen eye for vulnerabilities and a commitment to protecting sensitive information, we invite you to be a key player in our cybersecurity initiatives.

Position Type: Regular

Location: Any NBCC campus location

Salary Range: $81,146 to $98,046 per annum

What you'll do

Responsibilities

Reporting to the Manager of Infrastructure and Cybersecurity, the IT Security Analyst advances cybersecurity incident prevention and response across NBCC by promoting cybersecurity awareness and best practices among staff. The incumbent also plays a pivotal role in safeguarding NBCC's digital assets by assessing and strengthening its security posture through close collaboration with NBCC staff and partner institutions on incident and vulnerability prevention, monitoring, detection, and response.

In this role, you will:

• Threat Detection and Mitigation: Leverage tools and technologies to monitor network traffic, identify anomalies, and promptly respond to potential security incidents. Implement and sustain security measures aimed at safeguarding against cyber threats, malware, and unauthorized access, while also collaborating with vendors to ensure comprehensive protection.
• Incident Response: Develop and execute incident response plans, ensuring a rapid and effective response to cybersecurity incidents. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to contain and remediate security breaches while minimizing potential damage.
• Vulnerability Monitoring and Management: Conduct regular vulnerability assessments and penetration testing to identify and address weaknesses in the institution's systems and infrastructure. Identify and suggest proactive measures to mitigate vulnerabilities and enhance the institution's overall security posture.
• Security Awareness: Design and implement cybersecurity awareness training programs for NBCC staff, faculty, and students to raise awareness about common cyber threats, social engineering tactics, and best practices for maintaining a secure digital environment.
• Policy Development and Compliance: Create and revise cybersecurity policies, protocols, and standards, guaranteeing they adhere to industry standards and regulatory requirements.
• Collaboration and Communication: Collaborate with IT teams, management, and end-users to foster a culture of cybersecurity awareness. Communicate effectively about security risks, best practices, and updates, aiming to create a collective understanding of the importance of cybersecurity.

What you'll need

Qualifications

Education/Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, Information Technology, or a related field. A two (2) year diploma in a related Information Technology discipline and four (4) years of related experience.

Technical Skills:

• Experience in security, systems, endpoint, and/or network analysis is an asset.
• Industry standard Cybersecurity certification such as CISSP, CRISC, CISM an asset, or willing to work toward obtaining.
• Strong knowledge of cybersecurity principles, risk management, and compliance requirements.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to convey complex security concepts to non-technical stakeholders.

Professional Skills:

• Must be able to work independently or as part of a team.
• Flexibility in working hours, including participation in occasional after-hours support and time shifting.
• Participation in after-hours emergency response.
• Ability to prioritize work, apply departmental standards, and meet deadlines.
• Ability to adapt to changes in work environment.
• Adapts easily to and welcomes technological changes.
• Exercises initiative to independently learn new technologies.
• Team Collaboration: Should have a proven track record of working effectively in a team environment, contributing positively to team operations, and working relationships.
• Empathy and Emotional Intelligence: Demonstrated ability to understand and empathize with others, showing sensitivity to their perspectives and needs.

Candidates must clearly demonstrate how they meet these qualifications on their resumes.

Other combinations of education and experience may be considered as equivalent. Subject to competition response, the minimum qualifications may be raised.