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We are seeking two technically skilled Cyber Security Analysts to join a growing enterprise security team. This role focuses on cybersecurity monitoring, incident response, and vulnerability management across corporate and industrial environments. The successful candidates will have hands-on experience with a range of security technologies, the ability to investigate and respond to threats, and a strong technical foundation in cybersecurity operations. This is an ideal opportunity for early-career professionals with 1–2 years of experience to gain exposure across IT and OT domains in a collaborative, security-first environment.

Responsibilities

·      Monitor security events and alerts, triaging incidents, and initiating incident response processes as needed.

·      Investigate and respond to security breaches and suspicious activity, documenting findings and coordinating follow-up actions.

·      Conduct vulnerability assessments and assist in tracking remediation activities across systems.

·      Utilize email/web filtering platforms, endpoint protection tools, next-generation firewalls, and intrusion prevention systems to detect and prevent threats.

·      Support phishing analysis, including review of reported emails and identification of malicious content.

·      Assist in the development of cybersecurity awareness and training materials for staff.

·      Contribute to the documentation and ongoing maintenance of cybersecurity policies, procedures, and incident response playbooks.

·      Support threat and risk assessments to identify vulnerabilities across IT and cloud environments.

·      Collaborate with other technical teams to implement and refine security controls in cloud platforms (e.g., Azure, AWS, Office 365).

·      Maintain knowledge of industry standards and frameworks including ISO 27001, NIST CSF, and MITRE ATT&CK.

Qualifications

·      3+ years of hands-on experience in a cybersecurity or IT operations role with a focus on monitoring and response.

·      Experience using vulnerability assessment tools and analyzing results for remediation planning.

·      Familiarity with core cybersecurity technologies including endpoint protection, firewalls, email/web filtering, and IDS/IPS platforms.

·      Demonstrated ability to investigate, document, and respond to cybersecurity incidents.

·      Exposure to scripting or programming languages (e.g., Python, PowerShell, .NET, Java) or DevSecOps workflows is an asset.

·      Experience working with or securing cloud-based platforms such as Azure, AWS, or Office 365.

·      Understanding of cybersecurity standards and frameworks such as ISO 27001, NIST CSF, and MITRE ATT&CK.

·      Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to contribute to policy documentation and end-user training content.

·      Must hold at least one cybersecurity certification: CompTIA Security+, CCNA (Security), CEH, or CISSP.

·      Must be available to work onsite full-time in Regina, Monday to Friday from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM.

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About Affinity: 

Affinity Group is a technology and business consulting and services company. We believe in creating long term relationships between clients and consultants that foster a mutually beneficial partnership. Affinity is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit and business need.

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Job Number: 12344