Sr SOC Cybersecurity Analyst

.Sr SOC Cybersecurity Analyst page is loaded## Sr SOC Cybersecurity Analystlocations: Toronto, Ontario, Canada: Sault Ste. Marie, Ontario, Canadatime type: Full timeposted on: Posted 2 Days Agojob requisition id: R26\_00022**Range:**66,400.00 - 99,600.00 CAD**Job Description:****Sr. SOC Cybersecurity Analyst**We are ready to take this game to the next level and need someone passionate to join the SOC team, responsible for conducting advanced threat analysis, validating and responding to security incidents and enhancing detection capabilities. This role plays a critical role in protecting OLG’s assets across various sectors by applying threat intelligence, refining response playbooks and supporting continuous improvement of SOC Operations. They investigate network, endpoint and cloud environment activities using advanced security tools, leverage threat intelligence to enrich investigations and proactively identify potential threats to maintain a resilient cybersecurity posture. They play a key role in incident response, evidence gathering, root cause investigation, maintaining detailed records of security events and providing comprehensive reports to stakeholders.**YOUR ROLE IN THE GAME**Reporting to the Director Cybersecurity Operations, you will be empowered to:* Investigate escalated alerts or incidents using established procedures and analytical tools; correlate data across sources (SIEM, EDR, NDR, firewall, AD logs) to build timelines.* Execute containment steps (e.g., isolate host, disable accounts, block IPs) and resolve security events to maintain system integrity.* Manage incident lifecycle: prioritize, categorize, document investigations, escalate unresolved issues, and coordinate recovery and closure.* Provide feedback for alert tuning, perform routine threat intelligence tasks, and collaborate with HR on incidents involving employee data or policy violations.* Participate in on-call rotations and troubleshoot escalated access issues within SLA commitments.* Assist in implementing and monitoring security policies, protocols, and compliance standards; support risk assessments and information assurance activities.* Help identify, document, and prioritize problems in systems and processes; maintain records and contribute to playbook/SOP updates to improve SOC effectiveness.* Support threat detection and response by validating detection during simulations, creating investigation guides, and proactively searching data for undetected threats.**WHAT YOU BRING TO THE GAME*****Education & Experience:**** Post-secondary degree or diploma, preferably in Computer Science or Cybersecurity* Cybersecurity Professional Certification is an asset (CC, GSEC, GCIH, GCIA SC-900, Security+)* IT Service Management Certification is an asset (ITIL Foundations)* 2 –5+ years’ experience in Information Technology related disciplines is an asset.***Relevant Skills:**** Strong knowledge of cybersecurity principles, access control, cryptography, privacy requirements, and system administration/hardening across multiple platforms; understanding attacker TTPs and mapping detection to MITRE ATT&CK.* Hands-on experience with network protocols (TCP/IP, DNS, HTTP/S, SMTP, SMB, DHCP), SIEM log analysis, endpoint telemetry tools (Defender, CrowdStrike, Trend Vision One), incident detection/response techniques, threat intelligence, and report writing.**Licenses, Registrations, Certificates:**AGCO Category 2 Gaming Assistant Registration (Initiated at offer stage - employment is conditional upon obtaining and maintaining this license)**BENEFITS OF JOINING THE WINNING TEAM*** **Group Benefits Plan:** Eligible employees and dependents have access to comprehensive, employer-paid group benefits coverage (permanent employees only).* **Public Service Pension Plan:** Participation in a highly desirable defined benefit pension plan.* **Variable Pay Program:** Participation in a performance-based incentive plan that recognizes organizational and individual achievements (permanent employees only).* **Paid Time-Off:** Competitive paid time-off provisions to support work-life balance and well-being.* **Growth Focus:** Become your best self with access to new opportunities and personalized support programs.* **Comprehensive Learning:** 24/7 access to robust online learning programs.* **Equity, diversity, and inclusion:** Core to OLG’s culture, empowering employees to bring their authentic selves and make a meaningful impact across Ontario.To learn more about our organization and other opportunities visit our .**We look forward to hearing from you, interested applicants please apply online by February 1, 2026.**#LI-Onsite*Personal information is collected by the Ontario Lottery & Gaming Corporation (OLG) and/or its third party service provider(s) under the authority of the Ontario Lottery and Gaming Corporation Act, 1999, SO 1999, c 12, Sch L and the Employment Standards Act, 2000, S.O. 2000, c. 41 (as amended) and will be used for the purpose of determining qualifications for employment with OLG and for recruitment modernization initiatives. The information will be managed in accordance with all applicable laws, OLG’s Protection of Privacy Policy (the Policy) and related policies and procedures. For any questions about this collection, please contact careers@olg.ca, 800-70 Foster Drive, Sault Ste. Marie, ON, P6A 6V2.*When you join OLG, you’ll help deliver a winning experience for the people of Ontario while levelling up your career in a collaborative, innovative environment. You’ll help deliver exciting entertainment experiences for our players. You’ll help improve life in Ontario, because at OLG 100% of our profits go back to the province. At OLG we think big, move fast, and welcome change. We are bold, curious, open, and always taking our game to the next level.
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