Senior Information Security Analyst

The Information Security Analyst is part of the first line of cyber defense team, working with IT and business partners to help them understand and manage information security risks and comply with the organizational information security policies. The role also supports the delivery of analysis-based cyber security services to our internal clients across Canada including a security assurance assessment, responding to security inquiries from stakeholders and clients, assessing security controls, and more.

This is a senior security role which reports to the Director, Security Assurance within the Information Security Canada group. This position is being offered in Toronto or London, Ontario and/or Winnipeg, Manitoba.

 In addition to the general accountabilities below, we are particularly interested in hearing from candidates with the following specialties:

What you will do 

• Focused on providing information security consulting to the business and IT clients
• Accountable for information security risk assessments
• Leads security awareness activities
• Conducts threat analysis, including researching evolving threats and providing recommendations
• Develops and conducts vulnerability assessments, and documenting findings in reports
• Conducting penetration tests is a nice to have
• Strong desire to work collaboratively in an unconventional and non/linear way to problem solve unique solutions
• Be customer focused and delivery oriented to drive change in ambiguous situations
• Work proactively with internal clients to understand their needs and deliver creative solutions
• Strive for continuous learning and can influence others

What you will bring 

• Bachelor degree from an accredited college or university or equivalent experience
• Minimum five years’ experience as an information technology professional with at least two of those in information security demonstrating the accountabilities as listed above
• Holds at least one information security certification or actively working towards at least one security certification (e.g. CISSP, CISM)
• Strong working knowledge of threat risk assessment methodologies NIST, ISO, IRAM2, etc.
• Strong technical background with exposure to multiple aspects of information technology, networks, server, application dev, architecture, storage, cloud etc.
• Excellent communicator including demonstrated presentation and negotiation skills
• Experience with security solutions for multi-tier cloud based applications (Microsoft Azure, GCP, AWS, etc.)
• Experience with DevSecOps and/or Agile would be an asset
• Experience interpreting and consulting around meeting the requirements of the Information Security Policies and Standards for a large organization
• Strong knowledge of IT control frameworks such as COBIT, ISO 27001, and the NIST cyber security framework
• Working knowledge of IT Audit processes, including design of control test procedures
• Demonstrated ability to foster relationships and build trust
• Ability to work independently and deliver on commitments
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Experience in risk assessment methodologies

What you’ll like about working here:

We offer a challenging, team-oriented work environment, competitive income and benefits, and opportunities for professional and personal development and growth.  We provide a total rewards package that is competitive and consistent with our core values. Our variable incentive and compensation programs support our performance culture by rewarding our high achieving teams and individuals. Our health and dental benefits are flexible and comprehensive to suit a variety of needs.

We also offer an employee pension plan, a share purchase plan, group RRSPs, discounted home and auto insurance and preferential rates for home mortgages.

Be your best at Canada Life- Apply today! 

We are Canada Life

Being a part of Canada Life means you have a voice. This is a place where your unique background, perspectives and talents are valued, and shape our future success.

You can be your best here. You’re part of a diverse and inclusive workplace where your career and well-being are championed. You’ll have the opportunity to excel in your way, finding new and better ways to deliver exceptional customer and advisor experiences.

Together, as part of a great team, you’ll deliver on our shared purpose to improve the well-being of Canadians. It’s our driving force. Become part of a strong and successful company that’s trusted by millions of Canadians to do the right thing. 

Canada Life serves the financial security needs of more than 13 million people across Canada, with additional operations in Europe and the United States. As members of the Power Financial Corporation group of companies, we’re one of Canada’s leading insurers with interests in life insurance, health insurance, investment and retirement savings. We offer a broad portfolio of financial and benefit plan solutions for individuals, families, businesses and organizations. 

We are committed to providing an inclusive, accessible environment, where all employees and customers feel valued, respected and supported. We are dedicated to building a workforce that reflects the diversity of the communities in which we live, and to creating an environment where every employee has the opportunity to reach their potential.

Canada Life would like to thank all applicants, however only those who qualify for an interview will be contacted


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