Security Analyst

Description:

The SecurityL1 Analyst is responsible for the initial triage and analysis of security alerts and incidents within the Security Operations Center. This role involves monitoring security systems, identifying potential security threats, and escalating incidents as necessary. The ideal candidate will have a foundational understanding of cybersecurity principles, a keen eye for detail, and the ability to work effectively under pressure.

Please note the Security Operations Center operates on a 24/7 basis, as a result this role requires a flexible working schedule and will operate on rotational shifts. Due to the sensitve nature of the work, this role requires elgibility to obtain a Secret level clearance with the Federal Government (10 years of residency in Canada)

What will your typical day look like?
 

• Continuously monitor security alerts from various security tools and systems, including SIEM (Security Information and Event Management), and EDR (Endpoint Detection and Response).
• Perform initial triage of security events to determine their potential impact.
• Analyze logs and network traffic to identify signs of malicious activity.
• Respond to security incidents following established incident response procedures.
• Escalate incidents to the L2 Security Consultant or other relevant teams as necessary.
• Document incident details, actions taken, and outcomes in the incident management system.
• Collaborate with other SOC team members to ensure comprehensive coverage and effective incident response.
• Communicate effectively with stakeholders, providing clear and concise information regarding security incidents and their status.
• Collaborate with IT teams, stakeholders, and third-party vendors for issue resolution.
• Participate in audits and reviews to validate the effectiveness of SOC operations
   

About The Team

This is your opportunity to work in Operate at Deloitte. Operate services harness the latest technologies, talent, and capabilities from all over the world to deliver ongoing outcomes and client value. We do more than traditional business process outsourcing. We do more than just “keeping the lights on.” We work shoulder-to-shoulder with clients and their customers, constantly adapting to the pace of change, to ideate, innovate, and embed continuous advantage at the heart of their operations. And we do it with the kind of drive and passion that comes from loving what you do—and who you do it with.

Enough About Us, Let’s Talk About You

Your are someone with these required skill, experience and qualifications:
 

• A Bachelor’s Degree / Diploma in Computer Science, Information Technology, Cybersecurity, or a related field.
• Familiarity with common security tools and technologies (e.g., SIEM, EDR, IDS/IPS, firewalls, antivirus software) and experience with the MITRE attack framework
• Basic understanding of networking concepts, including TCP/IP, DNS, and HTTP.
• Knowledge of common operating systems (Windows, Linux) and their security features.
• Analytical mindset with strong problem-solving abilities.
• Effective communication and documentation skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment.
• Must be elgible to obtain a Secret level Government Security Clearance
   

It would be great for you to have some of these nice to haves as well:
 

• CompTIA Security+
• Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH)
• GIAC Security Essentials (GSEC)