Cybersecurity Analyst

**Cybersecurity Analyst**:
**Job ID**:

- 233150

**Posting status**:

- Open

**Organization**:

- Elections Ontario

**Division**:

- People & Talent

**City**:

- North York

**Position(s) language**:

- English

**Job term**:

- 2 Temporary 18 month contract

**Job code**:

- Not Available - Not Available

**Salary**:

- Not available $82,217 to $121,155

**Who we are**
The Office of the Chief Electoral Officer (Elections Ontario) is an independent, nonpartisan office of the Legislative Assembly of Ontario, responsible for administering provincial elections, by-elections, and referenda in Ontario. We are committed to making voting easy and accessible for all electors, while maintaining the integrity, security, and transparency of the electoral process.

**Join our team**
The Information Technology & Digital Solutions Division is seeking a motivated and results oriented individual to develop and implement a cybersecurity awareness training program, perform simulated phishing tests and conduct cyber risk assessments while maintaining the cyber security risk register. This role will also be required to support existing team members in cyber security incident response and vulnerability management activities.

**About the job**: Reporting to the Senior Manager, Cyber Security, you will:

- Perform cyber security risk assessments and thread modeling in partnership with internal and external stakeholders. Maintain the cyber risk register.
- Partner with internal and external stakeholders to respond to risk in a timely and effective manner.
- Develop and maintain the cyber security awareness program, including executing training, performing simulated phishing tests and reporting on metrics.
- Provide IT security consulting and advice to business stakeholders across EO; serve as an internal cyber security consultant to EO.
- Support other team members by contributing to cyber security incident response and vulnerability management processes.
- Communicate daily/weekly through reports and meetings regarding ongoing security task status with appropriate team members; compile ongoing safety reports, document security issues and measures taken to resolve them.
- Conduct research on current trends in security and information technology to stay updated on potential threats and attacks, and to develop and recommend preventive strategies and design new security systems or upgrade existing ones to meet evolving business and security needs.

**What you bring to the team**:
**What you need to qualify**: Minimum 4 years of experience in Cybersecurity Analyst or equivalent position with demonstrated specialized knowledge in risk assessment methodologies, security best practices and developing and executing security awareness programs.
- Demonstrated understanding of the latest cyber threat landscape including, but not limited to: Zero-Day Exploits, Hacktivism, DDoS Attacks, Al-Enabled threats, Ransomware, Remote Work Risks, Cloud Security, Advance Persistent Threat attacks etc.
- Well-developed verbal and written communication skills to prepare/deliver a range of documentation, reports, presentation materials and explain complex/technical concepts in easy-to-understand ways.
- Well-developed consultation and relationship management skills to work effectively across the organization and with internal/external stakeholders.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Must be legally entitled to work in Canada.

**How to apply**: Our recruitment process reflects our mission to uphold the integrity and accessibility of the electoral process and to manage elections in an efficient, fair, and impartial manner. We offer career growth opportunities and a competitive rewards program.

**How to request an accommodation**: Elections Ontario is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to fostering an inclusive, equitable and accessible environment, where all employees feel valued, respected, and supported.

**Additional information**:

- Friday, August 15, 2025 11:59 pm EDT

**Position details**:

- 2 English Temporary, duration up to 18 months, 26 Prince Andrew Pl, North York, Toronto Region

**Compensation group**:

- Excluded

**Work hours**:

- Schedule N/A

**Category**:

- Information Technology

**Posted on**:

- Thursday, July 31, 2025

**Note**:
**How to apply**:

- Your cover letter and resume combined should not exceed five (5) pages. For tips and tools on how to write a concise cover letter and resume, review the Writing a Cover Letter and Resume: Tips, Tools and Resources.
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**Language requirements and assessment**:
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