IT Security Senior Analyst

IT Security Senior Analyst

Connor, Clark & Lunn Financial Group Ltd.

Vancouver, BC

The Information Technology (IT) resides within the Information Systems group and is responsible for the management, operations, maintenance, cloud technology and security for the IT infrastructure that supports the organization.

The team is made up of several sub-teams that are collaborative and effectively apply technology to solve complex problems which has been a key factor to the firm's success.

CC&L, as an investment management firm, manages a wide range of global assets and the financial group relies heavily on the IS team for a variety of distinct functions. This is a fantastic opportunity to be part of a strategic team, whose scope and importance continues to grow.

We place high value on maintaining an entrepreneurial spirit and creating a culture where each of us has opportunities to succeed. We are a solution orientated and collaborative team seeking like-minded individuals who thrive in a challenging and dynamic environment.

What You Will Do

• The IT Security Snr Analyst performs two core functions for the enterprise. The first is the day-to-day operations of the in-place security solutions while the second is the identification, investigation, and resolution of security breaches detected by those systems.
• Secondary tasks may include involvement in the implementation of new security solutions, participation in the creation and or maintenance of policies, standards, baselines, guidelines, and procedures as well as conducting vulnerability audits and assessments.
• The IT Security Analyst is expected to be fully aware of the enterprise's security goals as established by its stated policies, procedures, and guidelines and to actively work towards upholding those goals.
• Participate in the planning and design of enterprise security architecture, under the direction of the IT Security Manager, where appropriate.
• Participate in the creation of enterprise security documents (policies, standards, baselines, guidelines, and procedures) under the direction of the IT Security Manager, where appropriate.
• Participate in the planning and design of an enterprise business continuity plan and disaster recovery plan, under the direction of the IT Security Manager, where appropriate.
• Maintain up-to-date detailed knowledge of the IT security industry including awareness of new or revised security solutions, improved security processes, and the development of new attacks and threat vectors.
• Recommend additional security solutions or enhancements to existing security solutions to improve overall enterprise security.
• Perform the deployment, integration, and initial configuration of all new security solutions and of any enhancements to existing security solutions in accordance with standard best operating procedures generically and the enterprise's security documents specifically.
• Maintain up-to-date baselines for the secure configuration and operations of all in-place devices, whether they be under direct control (i.e., security tools) or not (e.g., workstations, servers, network devices).
• Maintain operational configurations of all in-place security solutions as per the established baselines.
• Monitor all in-place security solutions for efficient and appropriate operations.
• Review logs and reports of all in-place devices, whether they be under direct control (i.e., security tools) or not (e.g., workstations, servers, network devices). Interpret the implications of that activity and devise plans for appropriate resolution.
• Participate in investigations into problematic activity.
• Participate in the design and execution of vulnerability assessments, penetration tests, and security audits.
• Provide on-call support for end users for all in-place security solutions.

What You Bring

• 6+ years of previous experience in IT Security
• CompTIA Security+
• GIAC Information Security Fundamentals
• Microsoft Certified in any of the following: AZ-500, SC-200, SC-300, SC-400, and SC-100
• Experience with Azure security tools and best practices.
• Experience with scripts and reporting (PowerShell, Sentinel, Power BI, SSRS)
• Experience with design, implementation, and support of Microsoft products (Endpoint Manager [SCCM + Intune], Microsoft 365 Copilot, Entra suite, Purview and Defender XDR and Azure)
• Experience with design, implementation, and support of SASE products (Secure Access Service Edge products like Palo-Alto Networks, Aruba, Netskope)
• Experience with virtualization (VMware and Hyper-V)
• Preferred certification with Microsoft & Palo Alto Networks
• Education - Degree or diploma in computer science field, or Information Management, or Information Technology field.
• Proven analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to effectively prioritize and execute tasks in a high-pressure environment.
• Good written, oral, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Ability to conduct research into IT security issues and products as required.
• Ability to present ideas in business-friendly and user-friendly language.
• Highly self-motivated and directed.
• Keen attention to detail.
• Team-oriented and skilled in working within a collaborative environment.

The salary range for this position is $105,000-$115,000. The salary range provided reflects the base salary range for this position as required by legislation. In addition, there is an annual performance bonus which contributes to the total compensation of this position. Further questions may be directed to the HR team during the interview process.

About Connor, Clark & Lunn Financial Group

At CC&L Financial Group, we understand the value of opportunity - for our clients and our team. Independent and employee-owned, we partner with investment professionals to grow successful asset management businesses, giving them the space to innovate and truly make an impact.

With more than 40 years of history and offices across Canada and in the US, the UK and India, CC&L Financial Group and our multi-boutique family of affiliate firms collectively manage over $139 billion in client assets, providing a diverse range of traditional and alternative investment products and solutions to institutional, high-net-worth and retail clients.

For a closer look at how you can build your career with us, we invite you to explore cclgroup.com.

CC&L Financial Group is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to gender, ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation or expression, disability, or age.

To apply for this position, please submit your resume and cover letter as one PDF.

We thank all applicants in advance for their interest, but only those candidates shortlisted for interviews will be contacted. No telephone calls or recruitment agencies will be accepted.

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