We are recruiting a proactive and detail-oriented Security Analyst to join our growing IT department. Reporting to the Director of IT, this role plays a vital operational part in safeguarding our global infrastructure, networks, and digital assets against emerging cyber threats.
The Security Analyst will actively participate in day-to-day security operations, including threat monitoring, alert triage, incident response support, vulnerability assessments, and security awareness training. Working collaboratively with the broader IT team, you will help continuously strengthen LMI’s security posture, policies, and operational workflows.
Typical Duties, Activities, Responsibilities
- Security Operations & Monitoring: Investigate, analyze, and triage security alerts and events generated by EDR/XDR/other security solutions and systems.
- Detection & Rule Tuning: Continuously refine and optimize detection rules, suppression logic, and automation playbooks to reduce false positives.
- System & Vulnerability Management: Assist in identifying, prioritizing, and applying critical security updates and baseline configurations across enterprise systems and endpoints.
- Incident Response & Communication: Support security incident handling by performing initial containment, root-cause analysis, and clear communication of technical findings and mitigation steps to stakeholders.
- Security Awareness & Culture: Facilitate internal cybersecurity training initiatives, phishing simulation campaigns, and employee security education program updates.
- Compliance & Auditing: Participate in internal and external cybersecurity audits, risk assessments, and compliance initiatives.
- Documentation & Process Improvement: Develop and maintain technical documentation, standard operating procedures (SOPs), and incident post-mortem reports.
- Tool & Vendor Evaluation: Collaborate with the team to evaluate, implement, and support new cybersecurity software, cloud controls, and external cybersecurity consultants.
- Policy Enforcement: Uphold and enforce corporate IT, privacy, and information security policies across the organization.
- Business Unit Engagement: Collaborate directly with other LMI business units to assess, improve, and report on overall corporate security posture.
- Perform other related IT and security duties as required.
Education and Qualifications
- Core Requirements:
- 2–3 years of combined hands-on technical experience in cybersecurity, IT support/sysadmin with a security focus, or relevant post-secondary education in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, or Information Technology.
- Industry certifications such as CompTIA Security+, SANS GIAC (e.g., GSEC, GCIH), or equivalent industry-recognized credentials.
- Hands-on familiarity with modern EDR/XDR solutions.
- Solid understanding of Windows, MacOS, and Linux in an enterprise environment.
- Scripting capability (PowerShell, Python, or Bash) for task automation and log analysis.
- Familiarity with network analysis tools (e.g., Wireshark, Cisco Meraki packet analyzer) and core networking concepts (firewalls, VPNs, switches, WiFi).
- Platform & Cloud Administration: Working knowledge of enterprise management platforms including Google Workspace Admin and Microsoft Intune, as well as cloud environments (Microsoft Azure/M365, AWS, GCP) and identity security (IAM, Active Directory/Entra ID, Zero Trust).
- Operational Tools: Hands-on familiarity with modern ticketing systems and project management software.
- Nice to Have:
- Experience with SIEM solutions.
- Familiarity with containerization and virtualization environments (Docker, Hyper-V, ProxMox).
- Exposure to IDS/IPS, NAC, or Cloud Access Security Brokers (CASB).
- General understanding of security compliance frameworks and regulatory standards, including NIST CSF, ISO 27001, OWASP, GDPR, and CRA (Cyber Resilience Act).
- Awareness or exposure to emerging security considerations, including Security for Agentic AI.
- Soft Skills & Competencies:
- Strong problem-solving, critical thinking, and analytical skills.
- Self-motivated with high initiative and attention to detail.
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills (verbal and written English) to translate technical concepts for diverse non-technical teams.
- A strong passion for continuous learning and staying updated on evolving cybersecurity threat landscapes.
Salary Range: $64,000 - $80,000 CAD + Eligibility for Profit Sharing Program Participation (pending successful completion of probationary period and based on business performance).
Perks and Benefits- Health Benefits: Full health care coverage (with 100% paid premiums) including dental, vision, and drugs for you and your family.
- Work-Life Balance: We support a healthy balance with hybrid work arrangements, flextime, and competitive paid time off.
- Growth & Development: An annual Education Support Program for training and professional growth, plus annual performance reviews.
- Enjoy free snacks and drinks, team-building events, tenure awards, and our official "May the 4th" (Star Wars Day) company holiday!
- Access to an on-site fitness facility, tennis/basketball court, and company-wide wellness initiatives.
- This is a hybrid position based out of our Burnaby, BC headquarters. To support our collaborative model, preference will be given to local candidates that are able to work in the office on Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays.
- Please note that financial relocation assistance and immigration sponsorship are not available for this position.
- We are recognized as a “Great Place to Work” for 10 consecutive years!
While we appreciate your interest in LMI very much, we are only able to respond to candidates selected for further consideration.
Our Recruitment Process
We believe in a transparent and collaborative hiring journey. Our goal is to ensure you are as excited about us as we are about you. Below is the typical path (can vary by position):
- Talent Discovery (Human Resources): An initial screening call focused on your professional background, language and communication proficiency, and cultural alignment with the team as well as overview of role and company.
- Role Fit (Hiring Manager): A deep dive into your experience, knowledge and skills as well as sharing of role expectations and team initiatives.
- Team Fit (Peers and Colleagues): An opportunity to meet with potential team members and/or cross-functional peers to discuss your experience/background and their experience and work at LMI.
- Assessment: Some roles may entail a technical assessment to further discover your technical capabilities and skills.
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