Cybersecurity Analyst

Job Description

<b>Cybersecurity Analyst</b><b><br></b>
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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.<br>
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<b>What is in it for you:</b><b><br></b>
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<br>• Hourly salary of $26-28, based on experience.<br>
<br>• 6-month contract.<br>
<br>• Full-time position: 37.50 hours per week.<br>
<br>• Hybrid model: 3 days per week on-site, subject to change.<br>
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<b>Responsibilities: </b><b><br></b>
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<br>• Assist in developing and implementing policies on network tools to protect infrastructure from cyber threats.<br>
<br>• Review and maintain firewall rules to prevent malicious activity and unauthorized access.<br>
<br>• Analyze network traffic logs during security investigations and support incident response.<br>
<br>• Monitor and track security issues using SIEM systems, alerts, and ticketing tools.<br>
<br>• Conduct periodic testing of network infrastructure and system health assessments.<br>
<br>• Monitor emerging cyber threats and advise on adaptive policies for NGIPS systems.<br>
<br>• Create customized reports for management and support ongoing projects and initiatives.<br>
<br>• Collaborate with internal teams and external vendors to enhance network security posture.<br>
<br>• Manage and document incident handling from identification through resolution.<br>
<br>• Contribute to the development of operational and project documentation.<br>
<br>• Perform other related duties as assigned.<br>
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<b>What you will need to succeed:</b><b><br></b>
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<br>• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience in Computer Science or Cybersecurity.<br>
<br>• Active cybersecurity certification such as Security+, Network+, or CCNA.<br>
<br>• 1–3 years of experience in an enterprise IT or cybersecurity environment.<br>
<br>• Practical experience with network security tools, including firewalls, proxies, SIEMs, NGIPS, and Wireshark.<br>
<br>• Experience managing proxy policies and tools such as WSS, ProxySG (Bluecoat), and PAC files.<br>
<br>• Understanding of gateway security threats and related preventative technologies.<br>
<br>• Knowledge of international security and privacy standards, including legal and regulatory constraints.<br>
<br>• Working knowledge of Windows, UNIX, and their networking protocols.<br>
<br>• Strong grasp of networking fundamentals, including IP addressing, OSI model, routers, switches, and threat mitigation techniques.<br>
<br>• Proven ability to work collaboratively across teams and build effective relationships.<br>
<br>• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.<br>
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