Analyst, Cyber Security

About the Role

Dream Unlimited Corp. is seeking a dedicated Cyber Security Analyst to join their Technology Team in Toronto. This role offers broad exposure to cybersecurity and technology infrastructure, including daily interaction with AI technologies and opportunities to own key systems and initiatives that protect the business. The position requires occasional after-hours availability for change facilitation or cyber-incident response.

Job Responsibilities

• Investigate cybersecurity alerts and incidents utilizing various tools and technologies.
• Serve as daily liaison with the external Security Operations Centre (SOC) provider, managing escalations, detection tuning, and performance reviews.
• Audit and review security tools and configurations, providing improvement recommendations.
• Configure and test security platforms as directed by senior leadership.
• Take proactive ownership of specific security systems and processes to drive continuous improvement.
• Identify and create automation for repetitive security tasks.
• Utilize AI tools for triage, analysis, reporting, and refining processes, promoting safe and effective use within the team.
• Support data security initiatives including data classification, data loss prevention, access governance, and protecting sensitive information in cloud and on-premises environments.
• Collaborate with technology teams to deploy security technologies, policies, and settings.
• Develop and update security reports and alert mechanisms collaboratively.
• Conduct risk assessments to identify vulnerabilities that could compromise data integrity.
• Document and establish security standards and policies.
• Work with cloud security and automation technologies.
• Perform other duties assigned by the Cybersecurity Manager.

Required Skills and Qualifications

• Ability to solve intermediate to advanced tech problems effectively.
• Experience or strong familiarity with AI-based tools, understanding their advantages, limitations, and security implications.
• Interest or experience in automating security and operational workflows using scripting or low-code platforms.
• Knowledge of data security principles and tools such as classification, DLP, encryption, and access management.
• Experience working with outsourced or managed security operation providers is advantageous.
• Familiarity with standard and next-generation endpoint detection and response (EDR) and antivirus products.
• Understanding of Next-Generation Firewall (NGFW) technologies.
• Exposure to Microsoft Cloud offerings including Azure and Office 365.
• Competency in Microsoft Office suite tools like Word, Excel, and Visio.
• Skill in reviewing and analyzing log files to extract pertinent information.
• Working knowledge of networking technologies and IoT devices with associated security risks.
• Strong communication skills to explain technical concepts clearly to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.

Core Competencies

• Critical thinking to assess potential solutions and their impacts carefully.
• Complex problem-solving skills to address challenging issues effectively.
• Systems analysis capability to understand system behaviors and change impacts.
• Ownership mentality with drive to improve and maintain security systems and procedures.
• Forward-looking approach to anticipate the effects of decisions.
• Collaborative teamwork to facilitate technology implementation and problem resolution.

About Dream Unlimited Corp.

Dream Unlimited Corp. is a prominent Canadian real estate company with over $28 billion in assets across North America and Europe. Established in 1996, Dream is among Canada's largest developers, creating diverse communities and managing properties with a strong emphasis on innovation and employee well-being.

Compensation and Benefits

This full-time, permanent position offers a base salary ranging from 65000 to 80000 CAD annually. In addition to the base pay, the candidate is eligible for performance bonuses and a comprehensive benefits package that includes paid vacation and personal days, flexible benefits, mental health support, access to perks and professional development opportunities, and team-building events.

Additional Information

Compensation will consider relevant experience, education, professional certifications, and demonstrated value. The role may be adjusted for candidates exceeding the outlined qualifications. Dream values diversity and provides accommodations during the recruitment process upon request. Note that artificial intelligence tools are not used in the recruitment process.