IT Security Analyst

About This Role Job Title: Incident response Analyst Location: Canada, EU Department: Cybersecurity Reports To: Incident response Team Lead Job Type: Full-Time Overview: CAE is seeking an enthusiastic and detail-oriented Security Operations Center (SOC) Analyst to join our growing cybersecurity team. As CSIRT Analyst, you will be responsible for monitoring, detecting, and responding to security events and incidents, playing a key role in maintaining the security of CAE's digital assets. This position is an excellent opportunity for individuals looking to start their career in cybersecurity and gain hands-on experience in a fast-paced SOC environment. The candidate must possess excellent communication and collaboration skills and will be comfortable working in a shift-based environment, including nights and weekends. Key Responsibilities: Monitor and analyze security events: Continuously monitor and review security events from various sources, such as SIEM, IDS/IPS, endpoint security solutions, and other cybersecurity tools. Incident detection and triage: Detect, analyze, and triage security events to determine their potential impact, escalating to Level 2 or Level 3 analysts as needed. Document and maintain accurate records of security events and investigations. Basic incident response: Assist in basic incident response activities, including initial containment and remediation, under the guidance of senior SOC analysts or the incident response team. Reporting and communication: Create incident reports and summaries for management and communicate security events and findings to relevant stakeholders. Continuous learning and development: Stay current with the latest cybersecurity trends, threat intelligence, and best practices, actively participating in ongoing professional development and training opportunities. Contribute to the maintenance of SOC processes and procedures, ensuring they remain up-to-date and aligned with industry best practices. Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Information Security, or a related field. Relevant experience or certifications (e.g., Security+, Network+) may be considered in lieu of a degree. 1-2 years of experience in cybersecurity or a related field is preferred, but not required. Familiarity with various security technologies, including SIEM, IDS/IPS, EDR, DLP, and firewall solutions. Basic knowledge of network protocols, operating systems, and common attack techniques. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to work effectively in high-pressure situations. Excellent written and verbal communication skills (English), with the ability to communicate security concepts to both technical and non-technical stakeholders. French language desirable. Position Type Regular CAE thanks all applicants for their interest. However, only those whose background and experience match the requirements of the role will be contacted.

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CAE is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race, nationality, colour, religion, sex, gender indentity and expression, sexual orientation, disability, neurodiversity, veteran status, age, or other characteristics protected by local laws. If you don't see yourself fully reflected in every job requirement listed in the job posting, we still encourage you to reach out and apply. At CAE, everyone is welcome to contribute to our success. Applicants needing reasonable accommodations should contact their recruiter at any point in the recruitment process.  If you need assistance to submit your application because of incompatible assistive technology or a disability, please contact us at CAECarrieres-Careers@cae.com