Senior Security AnalystContract Term: 12 months with possible extensionLocation: This role is a hybrid or onsite position and must be filled by individuals residing within the National Capital Region (NCR).Hourly Pay: $70.00-$95.00 per hourThis represents the expected hourly compensation for this role.Vacancy Status: This posting is for an existing contract vacancy.Summary of RoleThe Security Analyst will support a Defence client in the assessment, validation, and monitoring of security posture for Military Command and Control (C2) and Land C4ISR systems. The resource will conduct Security Assessment and Authorization (SA&A) activities, vulnerability and threat analysis, penetration testing, SIEM monitoring, and security compliance reviews. The role includes analyzing security data, producing technical documentation, and supporting accreditation and operational security decision‑making.Key ResponsibilitiesConduct Security Assessment and Authorization (SA&A) activities for systems and environments.Develop normal use‑cases and misuse/abuse use‑cases for system security evaluation.Perform system scans and collect raw security data for analysis.Identify and analyze technical threats and vulnerabilities on target systems.Analyze security data and produce clear, actionable reports.Conduct penetration testing activities and support remediation efforts.Perform documentation reviews and system evaluations for security compliance.Monitor, evaluate, and respond to events and alerts from SIEM systems.Support security assessments, audits, and accreditation activities.Prepare technical concept documents, system specifications, and technical reports.Provide advice, guidance, and recommendations to technical and management stakeholders.RequirementsSecurity Clearance: Must be eligible for Secret level Federal Security Clearance (generally requires 10 years of residence in Canada).Applicants must be legally eligible to work in Canada.Education:



Bachelor’s degree in software, computer, systems, electrical, or a suitable engineering or technical field (preferred), or College diploma in Computer Technology, Bachelor of Science, or a suitable technical field from a recognized post‑secondary institution.Certifications: CISSP (Certified Information Systems Security Skilled).Minimum 60 months demonstrated experience in the last 96 months in at least 3 of the following areas:Conducting Security Assessment & Authorization (SA&A)Developing use‑cases and misuse/abuse‑cases for security evaluationConducting system scans and collecting security dataIdentifying and analyzing threats and vulnerabilitiesAnalyzing security data and reporting findingsConducting penetration testingConducting documentation reviews and security compliance assessmentsMonitoring and evaluating SIEM events and alertsMinimum 60 months of experience as a Security Specialist on Military Command and Control systems (mandatory).Minimum 24 months of experience preparing technical concept documents, system specifications, and technical proposals in IT / IM / engineering domains.Communications & Leadership: Demonstrated experience in:Communicating IT security frameworks and strategies to technical and management audiencesCommunicating system engineering direction for projects or systemsProviding advice and recommendations to support senior management decision‑makingLeading or contributing to multidisciplinary technical teamsSupporting strategic, operational, or tactical planning activitiesLanguage RequirementsProficiency in English (spoken and written) is required for this role.Use of Artificial IntelligenceArtificial intelligence may be used in the screening or assessment of applicants for this role.Additional InformationAccommodations are available throughout the recruitment process upon request.Application ProcessQualified candidates are encouraged to apply.Only applicants selected for an interview will be contacted.#J-18808-Ljbffr

📌 Senior Security Analyst - $70 - $95 An Hour (Toronto)
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📍 Toronto