Cybersecurity Analyst
Recruit Action inc.Canada10 days ago
Full-timeRemote FriendlyInformation Technology
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Cybersecurity Analyst
Exciting junior-level opportunity in the insurance industry for a Cybersecurity Analyst with 1–3 years of experience. Work on critical network defense technologies including firewalls, proxies, and SIEMs in a highly regulated enterprise environment. Hybrid model with on-site presence in Markham required.
What is in it for you:
• Hourly salary of $26-28, based on experience.
• 6-month contract.
• Full-time position: 37.50 hours per week.
• Hybrid model: 3 days per week on-site, subject to change.
Responsibilities:
• Assist in developing and implementing policies on network tools to protect infrastructure from cyber threats.
• Review and maintain firewall rules to prevent malicious activity and unauthorized access.
• Analyze network traffic logs during security investigations and support incident response.
• Monitor and track security issues using SIEM systems, alerts, and ticketing tools.
• Conduct periodic testing of network infrastructure and system health assessments.
• Monitor emerging cyber threats and advise on adaptive policies for NGIPS systems.
• Create customized reports for management and support ongoing projects and initiatives.
• Collaborate with internal teams and external vendors to enhance network security posture.
• Manage and document incident handling from identification through resolution.
• Contribute to the development of operational and project documentation.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.
What you will need to succeed:
• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in Computer Science or Cybersecurity.
• Active cybersecurity certification such as Security+, Network+, or CCNA.
• 1–3 years of experience in an enterprise IT or cybersecurity environment.
• Practical experience with network security tools, including firewalls, proxies, SIEMs, NGIPS, and Wireshark.
• Experience managing proxy policies and tools such as WSS, ProxySG (Bluecoat), and PAC files.
• Understanding of gateway security threats and related preventative technologies.
• Knowledge of international security and privacy standards, including legal and regulatory constraints.
• Working knowledge of Windows, UNIX, and their networking protocols.
• Strong grasp of networking fundamentals, including IP addressing, OSI model, routers, switches, and threat mitigation techniques.
• Proven ability to work collaboratively across teams and build effective relationships.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
Why Recruit Action?
Recruit Action (agency permit: AP-2504511) provides recruitment services through quality support and a personalized approach to job seekers and businesses. Only candidates who match hiring criteria will be contacted.
# AVICJP00002810
Exciting junior-level opportunity in the insurance industry for a Cybersecurity Analyst with 1–3 years of experience. Work on critical network defense technologies including firewalls, proxies, and SIEMs in a highly regulated enterprise environment. Hybrid model with on-site presence in Markham required.
What is in it for you:
• Hourly salary of $26-28, based on experience.
• 6-month contract.
• Full-time position: 37.50 hours per week.
• Hybrid model: 3 days per week on-site, subject to change.
Responsibilities:
• Assist in developing and implementing policies on network tools to protect infrastructure from cyber threats.
• Review and maintain firewall rules to prevent malicious activity and unauthorized access.
• Analyze network traffic logs during security investigations and support incident response.
• Monitor and track security issues using SIEM systems, alerts, and ticketing tools.
• Conduct periodic testing of network infrastructure and system health assessments.
• Monitor emerging cyber threats and advise on adaptive policies for NGIPS systems.
• Create customized reports for management and support ongoing projects and initiatives.
• Collaborate with internal teams and external vendors to enhance network security posture.
• Manage and document incident handling from identification through resolution.
• Contribute to the development of operational and project documentation.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.
What you will need to succeed:
• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in Computer Science or Cybersecurity.
• Active cybersecurity certification such as Security+, Network+, or CCNA.
• 1–3 years of experience in an enterprise IT or cybersecurity environment.
• Practical experience with network security tools, including firewalls, proxies, SIEMs, NGIPS, and Wireshark.
• Experience managing proxy policies and tools such as WSS, ProxySG (Bluecoat), and PAC files.
• Understanding of gateway security threats and related preventative technologies.
• Knowledge of international security and privacy standards, including legal and regulatory constraints.
• Working knowledge of Windows, UNIX, and their networking protocols.
• Strong grasp of networking fundamentals, including IP addressing, OSI model, routers, switches, and threat mitigation techniques.
• Proven ability to work collaboratively across teams and build effective relationships.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
Why Recruit Action?
Recruit Action (agency permit: AP-2504511) provides recruitment services through quality support and a personalized approach to job seekers and businesses. Only candidates who match hiring criteria will be contacted.
# AVICJP00002810
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