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University of Alberta is hiring an Information Security Analyst to help defend the university's data, research, and systems against real-world cyber threats as part of the Office of the Chief Information Security Officer. The analyst reports to the Manager, Information Security, and operates and enforces the university's security systems and policies, from firewalls and remote access to incident response and vulnerability management. The role also shares security expertise with faculties, departments, and units through presentations and campus-wide initiatives.

Highlights

Manage security controls across the network, identity, and endpoint, including next-generation firewalls, remote access, privileged access management, endpoint privilege management, and email security.
Identify, prioritize, and report vulnerabilities across university and third-party systems, applications, and cloud services, and work with system owners on risk-based remediation.
Detect, investigate, and respond to security incidents and account compromises using network security monitoring, deception technologies, and threat intelligence, while maintaining forensic integrity and chain of custody.
Maintain endpoint protection and anti-malware technologies, triage alerts, and analyze suspicious files and phishing through sandboxing and external analysis services.
Deliver cybersecurity training and awareness campaigns and provide expert security guidance to the university community.
Join the weekly 24x7 on-call rotation and respond to after-hours security events.
Post-secondary education in a related field or three years in a dedicated information security role, with knowledge of Windows, macOS, and Linux and strong presentation skills for explaining complex topics to varied audiences.
Preferred professional designations include CISSP, CEH, GSEC, CompTIA Security+, and Cisco security certifications, along with knowledge of network protocols, encryption, vulnerability management, and ITSM platforms such as FreshService or ServiceNow.
Hybrid role mixing remote and in-person work, primarily at North Campus in Edmonton, at 35 hours per week with an annual salary of $70,610.16 to $98,403.72.

Information Security Analyst Full Description

Job Info

Job Identification: 4583

Job Category: Information Technology

Job Schedule: Full time

Locations: Edmonton, AB, Canada (Hybrid)

Grade: 11

Category Type: Support Staff

Position Type: Support Staff - Regular

College/Administrative Portfolio: VP USOF

Faculty/Department: Information Services & Technology

Hours Per Week: 35

Annual Salary Range: $70,610.16 to $98,403.72

About the Job

Location - This role is hybrid with a mix of remote and in-person. Work primarily takes place at North Campus, Edmonton.

The Office of the Chief Information Security Officer (CISO), part of Information Services and Technology (IST), leads information security for the University of Alberta. The team develops security policies and procedures, identifies and mitigates cybersecurity risks, monitors network infrastructure, responds to security incidents, and delivers training and awareness programs that help staff and students stay safe online. As a member of the Office of the CISO, you'll be on the front line defending the University's data, research, and systems against real-world threats.

Reporting to the Manager, Information Security, the Information Security Analyst is responsible for the operation, investigation, and enforcement of IT and information security systems and policy for the University. You will work with a wide range of technologies, including next-generation firewalls, anti-malware systems, remote access, privileged access management, network security monitoring, deception technologies, incident response, and vulnerability management tools, to protect the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of University data and technical resources and to enable secure research. You'll also be a trusted voice for cybersecurity across campus: delivering presentations, sharing security expertise with faculties, departments, and units, and contributing to campus-wide security initiatives.

If you enjoy solving real security problems, explaining complex ideas to a wide range of audiences, and growing in an energetic, professional team, we'd love to hear from you.

Responsibilities

Manages security controls across the network, identity, and endpoint, including next-generation firewalls, remote access, privileged access management, endpoint privilege management, and email security.
Identifies, prioritizes, and reports vulnerabilities across University and third-party systems, applications, and cloud services, and works with system owners on risk-based remediation.
Detects, investigates, and responds to security incidents and account compromises using network security monitoring, deception technologies, and threat intelligence, while maintaining forensic integrity and chain of custody.
Maintains endpoint protection and anti-malware technologies, triages alerts, and analyzes suspicious files and phishing through sandboxing and external analysis services.
Delivers cybersecurity training and awareness campaigns, and provides expert security guidance to the University community.
Participates in the weekly 24x7 on-call rotation and responds to after-hours security events.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

Post-secondary education in a related field, or 3 years of experience in a dedicated information security role. An equivalent combination of education and experience will be considered.
Knowledge of Windows, macOS, and Linux operating systems.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Excellent presentation skills, with the ability to communicate complex topics to a wide variety of audiences.
Ability to work independently and within a team environment.
Ability to participate in a 24x7 on-call rotation.

Preferred Qualifications

One or more of the following professional designations: CISSP, CEH, GSEC, CompTIA Security+, Cisco CyberOps, Cisco CCNP Security, or Cisco CCIE Security. Other relevant certifications will be considered.
Knowledge of network protocols (TCP/IP, ICMP, UDP), encryption fundamentals, next-generation firewalls, VPNs, anti-malware techniques, vulnerability management, mobile device management, threat detection and prevention, and security incident response processes.
Knowledge of current and emerging threats and technologies related to information security.
Knowledge of IT Service Management (ITSM) concepts and service management platforms such as FreshService or ServiceNow.

Application Instructions

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This position is subject to all applicable terms and conditions of the collective agreement between the Governors of the University of Alberta and the Non-Academic Staff Association (NASA).

This position offers a comprehensive benefits package.

About the Team

Information Services & Technology (IST) is the central support group for the university's technological landscape. IST plays a pivotal role in ensuring the evolution and smooth operation of technology for teaching, learning, research and working at the University of Alberta. Beyond having expansive technical expertise, IST fosters a supportive environment where our staff values include compassion, connection, collaboration, creativity and courage. If you are passionate about leveraging technology to empower education, research and to drive institutional excellence, join us and be part of shaping the future of the University of Alberta through innovative IT solutions.

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