IT Security Analyst (Cyber Security)

At Canadian Forces Morale and Welfare Services (CFMWS), we’re more than just a workplace; we’re a proud community dedicated to supporting Canadian Armed Forces members, veterans and their families in their daily lives. We carefully curate and provide programs and services designed to meet their unique needs and enhance their mental, social, physical, financial and familial well-being. CFMWS employees deliver programs and services including recreation, sports and fitness programs, customized financial services, retail services, access to retail savings and discounts and offers family support and organizes charity events.

Our success stems from living our values. Our employees care about their role in supporting Canadian Armed Forces members, veterans and their families and act with integrity in all they do. Thriving in our close-knit environment, we act as one team with one mission. We constantly seek new ideas and creative ways to deliver the best possible programs and services.

As an employer, we offer a commitment to your health, wellness and growth. We provide a diverse range of roles across many locations and a career where you can make a meaningful impact.

As a Cyber Security Analyst, you will play a key role in protecting the organization’s information systems and infrastructure. This position focuses on security incident response, monitoring, and vulnerability management to ensure timely detection, analysis, and remediation of threats.

You will support efforts to maintain strong security controls across diverse technologies and environments. Your responsibilities include:

• Security Incident Response: Assist in investigating, containing, and remediating security incidents, coordinating with internal teams to minimize impact and prevent recurrence.
• SOC Monitoring: Monitor alerts from SIEM and EDR platforms, perform initial triage, and escalate as needed according to established procedures.
• Vulnerability Management: Review vulnerability scan results, validate findings, and track remediation efforts to reduce risk exposure.
• Monitor network and system activity for anomalies and indicators of compromise.
• Document findings and maintain accurate records of incidents and actions taken.
• Contribute to improvements in detection and response processes by suggesting tuning and automation opportunities.

If you are passionate about cybersecurity and eager to grow in a fast-paced environment, this is the opportunity for you.

Education, Certifications and Licenses

College diploma or certificate in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, or a related field (OR an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.)

Certifications such as Security+ or equivalent are considered an asset.

Experience

2+ years of experience in cybersecurity operations, SOC, or related role.

Familiarity with SIEM and EDR concepts and vulnerability scanning tools.

Solid understanding of networking, operating systems, and common attack techniques.

Competencies, Skills and Abilities

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.

Clear communication skills and attention to detail.

Proficiency with common productivity tools (word processing, spreadsheets, presentations, email).

English or French Essential, Bilingual (English and French) an asset

Reading: Functional

Writing: Functional

Oral: Functional

Health Benefits: Drug coverage, healthcare spending account, virtual care (telemedicine), Employee and Family Assistance Program, mental health support, travel insurance, dental, vision, life insurance and disability insurance.

Work Life Balance: Flexible work options and a wide range of paid/unpaid leave, including paid vacation, family related leave and personal days.

Retirement Planning: Group Savings Plans.

Learning and Development: Payment of professional association memberships, online learning opportunities including a LinkedIn Learning subscription and second language training.

Perks: Discounts through CF One Member Appreciation.

Explore all the benefits CFMWS offers by visiting: https://cfmws.ca/Benefits

This is a hybrid position with an assigned work location allowing the employee to work partly from a corporate office and partly from a home office in accordance with the CFMWS Flexible Work Options Policy, and with approval from the direct manager.

This position is a one-year term.

The selection process will be done virtually.

You may be eligible to receive a Scarce Skills Premium for this position as outlined in the attached IT Scarce Skills Compensation Agreement.

As soon as possible

CFMWS is committed to providing an inclusive, equitable and accessible environment, where all employees feel valued, respected and supported. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates who can help us build a workforce that reflects the diversity of Canadian society. If contacted in relation to a job opportunity or assessment, you should advise the recruitment team in a timely fashion of the accommodation measures which must be taken to enable you to be assessed in a fair and equitable manner. Information received relating to accommodation measures will be addressed confidentially.