We are currently seeking a Senior Cyber Security Analyst to join our team for a temporary 18-month contract.

The Senior Cyber Security Analyst is responsible for Level 2 and Level 3 SOC operations and assists peers, business stakeholders and executives in identifying risks that may impact Tru Cooperative Bank. The role actively promotes the integration of cyber security into most aspects of IT and the business. The role also ensures that Cyber Security operations are following regulatory and industry best practices and that mitigates threats and risks to systems. The role provides senior level guidance to the Cyber Security Analyst role.

Here’s what would be included as a part of your typical day

• Security & Incident Response: Provides Level 2/3 SOC triage and investigations on escalated security incidents to identify root cause and mitigate control gaps. Escalates and leads major cyber security incident response. Provides oversight and backup to the Level 1 SOC operations. Included in on-call rotations and assists other team members with afterhours incident response and resolution if required.

• Project Management: Assists with the design, management and execution of cross-organization project plans that involve the cyber security team. Collaborates with project work stream leads to ensure cyber and information technology security risks are identified, raised, and prioritized. Identifies and closes information and cyber security gaps within project plans by proactively pursuing details from key stakeholders.

• Risk Management: Assists in monitoring Tru Cooperative Bank’s networks for security breaches and/or incidents and investigates any violations. Prepares reports that document security incidents and control gaps. Supports external consultant engagements in support of Cyber Security initiatives.

• Cyber Security Systems: Senior level advisor to the standard and advanced configurations of security systems and controls. Assists in the implementation of configuration changes where required. Senior level interface to security vendor relationships.

• Management Support: Provides management support in the creation of management and executive reporting products. Assists in the creation and maintenance of Cyber Security strategies where required.

• Situational Awareness: Maintains up-to-date detailed knowledge of the information security industry including awareness of new or revised security solutions, improved security processes and the development of new attacks and threat vectors.

Required Skills, Experience & Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Technology or a related field preferred or a combination l of education and experience

• CISSP or CISM an asset

• 5 years information/cyber security related work experience required

• 5 years information technology related work experience required

• Experience in an OSFI regulated environment an asset

• Proven ability to communicate effectively both verbally, and in writing, with a wide variety of people

• Demonstrated ability to work independently or as part of a collaborative team

• Demonstrated time management, organizational and prioritization skills

• Strong working experience with deploying and securing Cloud deployments including PAAS, IAAS and SAAS – Microsoft Azure an asset

• Strong experience with Cyber Security incident handling and SOC operations

• Working understanding of the following control and program frameworks: NIST Cyber Security Framework, OWASP Top 10, and CIS Critical Security Control

• Strong working technical knowledge of log management platforms including Syslog and at least one enterprise class SIEM – MS Azure Sentinel an asset

• Strong understanding of IP, TCP/IP, and other common network protocols

• Experience with two or more scripting languages including Python and PowerShell

• Displays an understanding of risk and risk ownership by being able to demonstrate adherence to policies and procedures.

What’s in it for you:

First, we strive to make our team members feel genuinely rewarded. You’ll have:

• Mental health coverage and resources
• Customizable health benefits, as well as topped-up parental leave
• Performance-based compensation, employee banking advantages and group RRSP matching
• Vacation time and flexible work arrangements to support your lifestyle

We are committed to providing a fair, equitable, and competitive rewards package that reflects the value an individual brings to our organization. The compensation mentioned in this job posting should serve as a guide. The total cash compensation earned may vary based on a variety of factors including bonuses and/or incentives, an individual’s skills and experience, and may correlate with performance in the role.

We also provide and encourage opportunities for our employees to make a meaningful impact. After all, as a credit union we’re powered by giving back—in big ways and through small gestures. That's why we offer employees paid time off to volunteer, partner with thousands of local charities, build long-lasting relationships that help our members get ahead and commit to environmental, social and governance (ESG) practices.

By joining our team, you’ll be able to elevate your potential. Wherever your own purpose leads, we’re here to support you with award-winning in-house training programs, access to LinkedIn Learning, and reimbursement for external courses to help you get ahead.

Take the next step in your career as part of our team. Apply for this opportunity!

Candidates, please note: if you are being considered for this role, you will be required to complete a background check, such as employment verification, credit check and criminal record check.

Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Belonging

At Tru Cooperative Bank, we embrace diversity regardless of gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, religion, race, ethnicity, age, diverse ability, and any aspect that makes someone unique. Inclusion is woven through our organization, from our employee-led network groups, hiring practices and education programs that address barriers and continually grow our equitable, diverse and inclusive culture.

We encourage people who are from equity-deserving groups to apply for a career with us, including women or non-binary people, persons with diverse abilities, Black, Indigenous Peoples, People of Colour and members of 2SLGBTQIA+ communities.

If an accommodation would help you during the process of applying or interviewing for a career with us, please let us know how we can assist you, whether it’s preparing materials in an alternate format, booking an accessible meeting room or other arrangement.

Your individuality is welcome here.

About Us

We’re a financial cooperative that does things differently. We provide time-tested advice that helps our members feel optimistic about their future, and we offer comprehensive banking solutions that enable people to confidently reach their goals. With the financial strength and extended branch network of a large financial institution, we maintain local connections to our communities and take a unique grassroots approach to service. Our more than 250,000 members and approximately 1,250 employees operate from 45 branches throughout the province of BC, under the Envision Financial, Valley First, Island Savings and Enderby & District Financial brands. Visit firstwestcu.ca for more information on Tru Cooperative Bank.

Please know we appreciate your interest in us but only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.