Senior Cybersecurity Analyst

Job Type: Contract (12 Months)

Location: Quebec / Montreal, QC (Hybrid)

Work Model: Hybrid

Hours: 35 Hours per Week

Compensation

Senior Cybersecurity Analyst

- Up to $65/hour T4
- Up to $80/hour Incorporated

About the Opportunity Our client within the public sector is seeking experienced Cybersecurity Analysts to support cyber defence initiatives, cybersecurity integrations, risk management, and enterprise security programs.

Opportunities are available at both the Senior and Intermediate levels. Successful candidates will work closely with cybersecurity, infrastructure, telecommunications, operations, and business teams to strengthen cyber defence capabilities and support the ongoing evolution of enterprise security architecture.

What You'll Do

Cyber Defence & Security Operations

- Support the integration of cyber defence solutions with enterprise environments.
- Define and coordinate technical and administrative activities related to cybersecurity integrations.
- Identify stakeholders and support teams required for successful delivery.
- Perform cybersecurity assessments and identify risks, vulnerabilities, and potential issues.
- Ensure cybersecurity standards, directives, policies, and guidelines are followed during design, implementation, and operation activities.
- Monitor and assess emerging cybersecurity threats and vulnerabilities.
- Implement and recommend preventative measures against cyber threats and cyberattacks.
- Ensure secure operation of networks, telecommunications, and cyber defence tools.

Security Architecture & Governance

- Participate in the evolution of enterprise cyber defence architecture.




- Contribute to the design and implementation of cybersecurity processes and controls.
- Develop and maintain cybersecurity rules, standards, and operational procedures.
- Support threat and risk management activities, including:
- Asset inventory and classification
- Sensitivity assessments
- Security control reviews
- Protection mechanism evaluations

Incident Response & Threat Management

- Develop cybersecurity playbooks and incident response procedures.
- Define detection indicators for infrastructure, telecommunications, and business services.
- Participate in cyber defence investigations and advisory activities.
- Assist with security incident analysis and remediation efforts.
- Promote cyber-safe behaviours and security awareness across the organization.

Reporting & Deliverables

- Produce and maintain:
- Cyber Security Advisories
- Cyber Defence Conceptual Architectures
- Detailed Cyber Defence Architectures
- Cyber Defence Rules Registers
- Cyber Defence Processes
- Track recommendations and remediation activities.
- Report on security initiatives, risks, action plans, and priorities.

What You'll Need to Succeed

Required

- Bachelor's Degree in:
- Computer Science
- Information Technology
- Engineering
- Mathematics
- Electronics
- Administration
- Applied or Pure Sciences
- Or related disciplines
- One or more of the following certifications:
- CISSP
- CompTIA Security+
- CCSK
- GIAC




- Minimum 10 years of experience in Information Security or Cybersecurity (Senior level).
- Experience delivering cybersecurity work involving:
- Cyber Defence
- Security Architecture
- Risk Management
- Security Operations
- Incident Response
- Security Governance
- Experience participating in at least four cyber defence integration projects within Canada.
- Experience producing cybersecurity deliverables including architecture, advisories, security controls, and cyber defence processes.
- Strong communication, stakeholder management, and documentation skills.

Nice to Have

- 15+ years of overall IT experience.
- Experience working within public sector or government environments.
- Previous experience supporting cybersecurity initiatives within Quebec government organizations.
- Experience with:
- Threat Management
- Security Monitoring
- Network Security
- Telecommunications Security
- Security Frameworks and Standards
- Cyber Defence Tooling

What You'll Get in Return

- 12-month contract with potential extension opportunities.
- Opportunity to support high-profile cybersecurity programs within a large public sector organization.
- Hybrid working model with primarily remote work.
- Exposure to enterprise-scale cyber defence initiatives, threat management programs, and cybersecurity architecture projects.

What You Need to Do Now If you're interested in this opportunity, please submit your updated resume for consideration.

If this role isn't the right fit but you're exploring current cybersecurity opportunities, we'd be happy to have a confidential discussion regarding your career goals and future opportunities.

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