Security Operations Analyst, Senior (Cybersecurity)

TL;DR

Security Operations Analyst, Senior (Cybersecurity): Monitoring, analysis, and investigation of security threats across enterprise systems and networks with an accent on incident response, threat intelligence, and forensic analysis. Focus on developing threat-informed detections, optimizing automated response playbooks, and reducing organizational risk through root cause analysis.

Location: Remote (Nova Scotia, Canada)

Company

hirify.global is a leading web technology company serving millions of customers globally through a robust portfolio of brands including Bluehost, HostGator, and Web.com.

What you will do

• Monitor systems and security telemetry for violations, vulnerabilities, and anomalous activity.
• Identify, investigate, and respond to security incidents, performing root cause and impact analysis.
• Develop, implement, and optimize threat-informed detections and automated response playbooks (SOAR).
• Maintain and support security tools and telemetry onboarding to ensure comprehensive visibility.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to mitigate information security risks and improve security posture.
• Deliver security reports and metrics to support leadership decision-making and internal/external audits.

Requirements

• 5–7+ years of experience in security operations or related disciplines.
• Strong proficiency in SIEM, SOAR, and EDR platforms (e.g., Google SecOps, Microsoft Defender, SentinelOne).
• Deep knowledge of security telemetry (syslog, WEF, ELK), network fundamentals (TCP/IP, DNS), and OS internals.
• Experience applying the MITRE ATT&CK framework to map adversary behaviors.
• Ability to use scripting languages such as Python or PowerShell for automation and analysis.
• Must be based in Canada.

Nice to have

• Degree in Cybersecurity, Information Technology, or Computer Science.
• Industry certifications such as CISSP, CISM, GCIH, GCIA, or CompTIA Security+.
• Experience with cloud security monitoring across AWS, Azure, Google Cloud, or OCI.
• Skills in malware analysis, network forensics, and reverse engineering.

Culture & Benefits

• Full-time employment within a leading global web technology provider.
• Opportunity to work with high-profile, industry-leading brands.
• Collaborative environment with a focus on mentorship and guiding junior analysts.
• Flexible remote work arrangement based in Canada.