Information Security Analyst (Cybersecurity)

TL;DR

Information Security Analyst (Cybersecurity): Monitoring security systems, responding to incidents, and managing vulnerabilities for organizational asset protection with an accent on incident investigation, risk assessment, and policy enforcement. Focus on evaluating security tools, conducting vendor assessments, and delivering awareness training to enhance resilience against cyber threats.

Location: Toronto, ON - Remote

$85,000 - $90,000 a year

Company

hirify.global is Canada’s most trusted source for broadcast measurement and consumer behaviour data, serving broadcasters, advertisers, and agencies for over 75 years.

What you will do

• Monitor security systems like firewalls, IDS, antivirus to detect and respond to incidents.
• Lead investigations of security breaches, identify root causes, and develop prevention strategies.
• Assess vulnerabilities, collaborate on mitigation via patches and configurations.
• Enforce security policies, ensure compliance with regulations and standards.
• Develop and deliver security awareness training programs for employees.
• Conduct risk and vendor security assessments, evaluate new security tools.

Requirements

• Graduate degree with 3-5 years in information security, experience in incident response, vulnerability management, or security operations.
• Relevant certifications like CISSP, CEH, or CompTIA Security+ preferred.
• Proficiency in security tools: firewalls, IDS/IPS, SIEM, antivirus.
• Knowledge of networking, OS, security best practices, encryption, legislation, SDLC.
• Strong communication, critical thinking, decision-making skills.

Culture & Benefits

• Collaborative teams focused on continuous learning and career advancement.
• Emphasis on diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging.
• Supportive environment valuing well-being, growth, and community initiatives.
• Values: Stronger Together, Innovation with Intent, People First, Excellence in Motion.