Cyber Security Analyst

TELUS Cyber Security Analyst

A valued TELUS client requires a Cyber Security Analyst to develop and implement a cyber security strategy across the enterprise. This role is suited to an energetic, self-starter with foremost cyber security skills who can work within a dynamic, forward-thinking organization.

Roles and Responsibilities:

The Cyber Security Analyst will work closely with cross-functional teams and will be responsible for leading the development and implementation of the cybersecurity strategy. You will identify and address security gaps to enhance the overall security posture. Specific requirements of the role include:

• Develop and implement a 3-year cybersecurity strategy based on audit findings, risk assessments (CMMI), and compliance requirements
• Design an effective cybersecurity program in alignment with industry best practices, regulatory requirements, and organizational objectives
• Implement and monitor the ISMS program to ensure the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of sensitive data owned, controlled or processed by organization
• Provide guidance and support to technical teams in the design and implementation of security systems, networks, and applications
• Establish a security training program, ensuring regular training updates, phishing simulations, and engagement tracking to improve security culture across all entities
• Review and evaluate identified risk probability and impact on the enterprise.
• Help with creating security metrics to track the effectiveness of the security posture.
• Stay updated with the latest security trends, technologies, and regulatory requirements.
• Provide guidance and security thought leadership.
• This role is well suited to an ambitious self-starter. An entrepreneurial mindset is required.

Skills and Experience:

• Post-secondary degree in security technology plus minimum 5 years of related work experience.
• Minimum 5 years of experience implementing and managing Cyber Security governance within an organization
• Certified Information Security Manager (CISM) / Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP) or similar Information Security related certificates
• Strong understanding of security principles and practices
• Experience leading projects and initiatives
• Demonstrated ability to participate in complex, comprehensive or large projects and initiatives
• A solid understanding of security best practices and international standards such as ISO27001, NIST
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.

This is a contract role. Successful candidate must be incorporated.

Start Date: Immediately

Duration: 12 months – likely to extend. Permanent option available.

Work Location: Hybrid role with regular onsite work in Surrey, BC.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $27.04-$78.68 per hour

Expected hours: 35 – 45 per week

Benefits:

• Vision care

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Surrey, BC V3S 0A1: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Experience:

• implementing Cyber Security governance : 5 years (required)
• cyber security strategy : 5 years (required)

Location:

• Surrey, BC V3S 0A1 (preferred)

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Surrey, BC V3S 0A1