Senior IT Security Analyst

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The House of Commons Administration is looking for a Senior IT Security Analyst (L3) to lead security operations in the SOC, overseeing security controls, conducting deep forensic investigations, and shaping incident response strategies while mentoring junior analysts. This on-site role in Ottawa supports a 24/7 operations model with occasional irregular hours and five days a week on site. You will deploy and manage SIEM, EDR and related tooling, perform threat hunting, and coordinate cross functional responses to complex incidents. Qualified candidates bring extensive threat analysis, incident response, and security audit experience, plus certifications such as CISSP, GCIA/GCIH, CYSA, or Security+; emphasize leadership, concrete incident outcomes, and collaboration in your application, and demonstrate readiness for bilingual, public sector environment.

Company Description

The House of Commons Administration delivers outstanding services to Members of Parliament and their employees in support of parliamentary democracy. Our success is made possible by our talented and dedicated workforce. We leverage diversity in all its forms and recognize that everyone has valuable contributions to make and the potential for individual growth. If you dream of joining an organization that is small enough for you to be noticed, but big enough to provide you with a meaningful career, then we want to hear from you! 

Job Description

The Digital Services and Real Property team is looking to staff the Senior IT Security Analyst position.  

As part of our IT Security Operations Team, you will play a vital role in protecting our technologies and responding to cybersecurity threats. You will have the opportunity to join an innovative and dynamic team, delivering critical services to Members of Parliament, their staff, and the House of Commons administration. 

The Senior IT Security Analyst (L3) is a highly experienced cybersecurity professional responsible for leading IT security efforts within the Security Operations Centre (SOC). This role involves overseeing security controls, conducting in-depth forensic investigations, developing incident response strategies, and providing expert guidance on security best practices. You will play a pivotal role in mentoring junior and intermediate analysts, advising on threat mitigation, and shaping the House of Commons' cybersecurity strategy. This position is ideal for individuals who thrive in a leadership role, can handle complex security challenges, and are committed to advancing cybersecurity resilience. 

Digital Services and Real Property has a requirement of a 24/7 support model and work activities related to this role may require working irregular hours and overtime to meet our operational requirements. As part of this position, you must be willing to work onsite five (5) days a week.      

Top Reasons to Join the IT Security Operations Team  

You will join an innovative and dynamic team of IT security professionals. You will have the opportunity to deliver quality service directly to Members of Parliament, their staff and the HoC administration. In addition, you will work with a transformational leader who motivates the team to innovate and create organizational change, promotes collaboration and fosters a trusted, supported environment to learn and grow.  

• Training and development opportunities; 
• Work-life balance /35-hour workweek;
• 4 weeks’ vacation (minimum).

Qualifications

Education : 

• University degree in information technology, computer sciences or another related field, OR an acceptable combination of education, training and experience.

Experiences :   

• Extensive experience identifying, analyzing, and mitigating cyber threats using incident response frameworks such as the cyber kill chain; 
• Expertise in threat hunting, forensic analysis, and malware investigation; 
• Strong proficiency in managing cyber incidents through countermeasures and mitigation strategies; 
• Experience leading security audits, penetration testing, and security assessments; 
• Proficiency in deploying, configuring, and managing SIEM, EDR, and other security tools in a Security Operations Centre (SOC); 
• Knowledge of security threat landscapes, including malware capabilities, attack vectors, and advanced persistent threats (APTs); 
• Experience providing mentorship, training, and leadership to junior analysts; 
• Ability to handle complex security incidents, make critical decisions, and coordinate with cross-functional teams. 

Assets :  

• Security-focused certifications such as Comptia Security+, Comptia CYSA, SANS (GCIA, GCIH), CISSP (L3 preferred) or other applicable certifications; 
• Practical experience with SOC operations, security automation, and advanced threat detection techniques. 

Additional Information

We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace by providing a barrier-free recruitment and selection process. If you have an accommodation request, require material in an accessible format, or need additional support with the application process, please contact Recruitment and Selection Services at [email protected].  

Each bilingual position is assigned a linguistic profile that identifies the level of second language proficiency for reading comprehension, written expression and oral interaction required. The profile for this position is BBB. Consideration may be given to candidates with other linguistic profiles.  

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Qualified candidates may be considered for future vacancies for this role or for other similar and/or related roles on an indeterminate and/or fixed term basis.  

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