INTERMEDIATE SECURITY ANALYST

Location: Halifax, NS

Intermediate Security Analyst

• We are seeking an Intermediate Security Analyst to join our IT Security Team in Halifax, Nova Scotia supporting Defence programs for the Canadian Navy.
• You will join a high-performing team that prioritizes security, leverages a large suite of powerful tools, and enables our people to drive improvement across the organization. We empower our people to jump in, take ownership, and apply critical thinking to apply innovative solutions to complex problems.
• As an Intermediate Security Analyst (Program Security), you will provide guidance and oversight to support IT Operations in the recommendation, implementation, and validation of security controls. You will be help ensure that System Security Engineering principles are considered from project initiation through design, build, operation, and disposal. You will work closely with other teams and provide security advice to systems engineers, designers, and architects.
• This role includes opportunities to provide technical briefs to senior leaders and have input to security policy and design.
• The ideal candidate is an independent worker with a passion for security and a deep understanding of security principles. Experience in the Defence Industry is desirable.

Must Have

• University Degree (Computer Science, Engineering) or College Diploma (Cybersecurity)
• 3-5 years of Security experience
• Basic understanding of security concepts such as:

oNetwork security zoning

oSecurity controls

oZero Trust Architecture

oSecurity Assurance

oSecure design principles

oSystem hardening and configuration compliance

• Comfortable consuming and producing technical documentation
• Ability to initiate and pursue independent work
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, including advanced Word, PowerPoint, and Excel functions
• Able to obtain Canadian Government Security Clearance (CAN SECRET)

Desirable

• CISSP, Certified in Cybersecurity, Security+, or similar certification
• An understanding of penetration testing
• Experience with risk management and integrating security into software development life cycle
• Experience with Process Development and Process Engineering
• Ability to anticipate trends and develop plans to protect against emerging threats
• Familiarity with industry best practices and security references (e.g. NIST 800 series)
• Participation in vulnerability management programs
• Experience with security analytics and metrics
• Scripting and query language abilities

JDI IT:Who we are and what we offer

At JDI IT,the belief that what people experience matters more than technologyispart of our foundational core.

With over 300 employees, we offerthe opportunity to create real value by helping people and businesses work smarter.JDI IT supportsthe entireJ.D. Irving Limited group of companieswhich means weoffer opportunities and experiences across a wide breadth of IT areas, businesses, and industries. Fromforestry, totransportation, toshipbuilding, we are working directly with our business counterparts to align their strategies to continued advancements in IT. As a member of the JDI IT team, you will be a key player in enabling the business to win by overcoming obstacles and "getting it done"!

Webelieve in the power of diverse teams andinvest in continuous professional growth.We are seeking naturally curious change makers looking to join a collaborative and motivated team.Come help JDI IT Raise the Bar!

We appreciate your interest in our company! Only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

J.D. Irving, Limited is committed to the principle of equal opportunity in its employment practices and to providing an environment free from discrimination and harassment for all employees.