Senior Information Security Analyst

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The Senior Information Security Analyst is responsible for proactively safeguarding Thompson Rivers University’s (TRU) digital assets. This role involves designing and implementing security solutions, identifying vulnerabilities, ensuring compliance, and rapidly responding to security incidents while maintaining the highest standards of organizational security.



MAJOR DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Represents TRU in provincial and federal cyber security initiatives and conferences such as BCNET, CANHEIT, and REN-ISAC.
  • Investigates and advises the Director, Information Security on latest security practices, current security landscape, and emerging threats. Recommends enhancements to the organization's security posture.
  • Designs, implements, and maintains security solutions that protect the organization's systems, networks, and data against threats, breaches, and unauthorized access.
  • Regularly conducts vulnerability assessments and penetration tests to identify and rectify potential security weaknesses.
  • Coordinates incident response efforts by utilizing skills of identification, containment, eradication, and recovery and participating in post-incident reviews.
  • Ensures the proper deployment, configuration, and maintenance of security tools and platforms by working with external contractors, auditors and performing internal assessments of the effectiveness of our tools.
  • Monitors systems for signs of intrusions, taking immediate corrective action as needed which may involve system isolation, intruder containment and direct adversary engagement.
  • Conducts and contributes to risk assessments, providing recommendations for risk mitigation.
  • Creates and maintains comprehensive documentation related to security architectures, procedures, and protocols.
  • Leads or participates in security-related projects, including liaising with coworkers and contractors.
  • Engages in continuous professional development, including security certifications, bootcamps, and attending/presenting at conferences.
  • Stays updated with the latest in cybersecurity threats, trends, and technologies.
  • Maintains a strong sense of ethics and integrity, ensuring all actions align with company policies and professional standards.
  • Provides mentorship to intermediate and junior security team members, fostering a culture of continuous learning and growth.


REPORTS TO
Director, Information Security

QUALIFICATIONS

EDUCATION:

  • 4-Year University degree in Computer Science or related field


EXPERIENCE:

  • 5 years’ experience in information technology with a minimum of 3 years' recent experience in a full-time information security role including:
    • 3 years of experience working with security systems and tools, including firewalls, IDS/IPS, SIEM systems, post-mortem forensics, and encryption technologies
    • 3 years of securing cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure, Google Cloud) using their respective security, tools, controls, and best practices
    • Experience and/or training in computer network penetration testing and purple team tactics


SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE OR ABILITIES RELATED TO THE JOB

  • Understanding of authentication mechanisms such as CASB, SAML, OAuth, Shibboleth and directory services such as Windows AD and LDAP
  • Knowledge of secure coding practices, threat modelling, and security testing methodologies
  • Understanding of cryptographic protocols and tools, including when to use them
  • Knowledge of designing security architectures that protect against threats and accommodate business needs
  • Awareness of legal and security standards (e.g., FOIPPA, PCI-DSS, ISO 27001, NIST)
  • Proficient with scripting/programming languages (e.g., Python, PowerShell, Bash)
  • Excellent oral and written communication skills
  • Ability to explain complex security topics in an understandable manner to non-technical stakeholders
  • Ability to conduct vulnerability assessments using various tools and techniques
  • Ability to manage one's own time effectively, balancing multiple tasks and responding promptly to emerging challenges
  • High-pressure environment (responding swiftly to security breaches and making prompt recommendations)
  • May be required to come in after-hours on short notice in case of security breach or critical incident


WORKING CONDITIONS

  • Sitting at desk and computer for long periods of time
  • Travel by foot to office, lab or classrooms in various campus locations in all weather conditions
  • Exposure to unclean conditions in client areas, e.g. under desks, keyboards, dust within computers
  • Ability to lift weights exceeding 20 kg

Market Supplement: This position is eligible for an annual market supplement of $22,309.56 (or $858.06 per pay period) as per the TRU/CUPE LOU on Market Supplements that is set to be reviewed on February 9, 2027.

This is a fully remote position subject to the Work from Home LOU in the TRU/CUPE Collective Agreement . The successful applicant may work from a remote location from anywhere within the province of British Columbia

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