BCIT IT Services (ITS) provides IT-related strategy, applications, infrastructure, cyber security and support services to the BCIT community, ultimately improving the teaching and learning outcomes for our 50,000+ students, faculty and staff.
The Cyber Security practice at BCIT influences, supports and challenges our overall IT security practices. One key area of focus includes establishing a Cyber Threat and Risk Management practice with focus on meeting IT Compliance and Risk Management requirements along with overseeing Cyber Incident and Vulnerability Management within IT Services. This includes assessing overall cyber maturity, identifying and addressing gaps by aligning and adopting industry frameworks and best practices. We are looking for a resourceful and enthusiastic, permanent, full-time Cyber Security Analyst to join the team and lead the threat analysis and risk management area.
This senior position will require an individual who is highly passionate about the improvement of cyber security through process and technology, proactive in their work often needing little direction from management. In addition to supporting and mentoring junior staff within the cyber security team, this position will assume an increased amount of responsibility, independence, and will work collaboratively to support cyber security across the institution.
Duties & Responsibilities
DUTIES
AND
RESPONSIBILITIES
Provide tactical technical advice and consultation to business unit clients and project teams and assistance with the adoption of technologies with security by design mindset.
Proactively identify and address security weaknesses and gaps at the enterprise level
Lead all IT Compliance and Audit response areas (PIA, FOI, PCI, Audit, Risk Register etc.)
Lead and perform risk assessments based on industry frameworks (IEC 62443, ISO 27001, NIST CSFT, CSA) for new projects, applications, and 3rd party vendors, including business impact analysis, security requirements, and management residual risk documentation
Manages application penetration testing and vulnerability scanning for individual projects and annual testing initiatives.
Keeps up to date on current vulnerabilities and threats and work closely with Enterprise Architecture, Technical Operations and relevant stakeholders on internal and external mitigation.
Remain current with developments in Cyber Security and recommend new approaches and application of new technology which will assist clients to meet their business objectives
Contributes actively as a core member of BCIT's Cyber Incident Response Team
Qualifications
QUALIFICATIONS
Minimum Qualifications:
Diploma of Technology (2 year) in Computer Systems or bachelor's degree in science or business; and
A minimum of 6 years current relevant experience in a similar computing environment similar to BCIT, including four (4) of the last six (6) years in a similar position; or
An equivalent combination of specifically related education and experience.
Proven analytical and problem-solving skills.
Must have demonstrated specific current IT knowledge, in a similar computer environment to BCIT.
Proven commitment to providing the highest level of customer service.
Effective oral and written communication skills
Desired Qualifications:
Proficiency in Microsoft 365 Security controls, Sentinel SIEM architecture and analytics, Purview compliance solutions, and operational technology (OT) / IoT security frameworks is preferred.
Demonstrated ability to interpret, translate, and operationalize audit findings, regulatory obligations, and security requirements into actionable architectural and control designs.
Experience designing and securing cloud environments, including cloud security architecture, identity and access management, network segmentation, and security monitoring across major cloud service providers.
Strong architectural mindset, with the ability to design and evolve long-term security architecture roadmaps aligned with organizational objectives, emerging technologies, and future risk trends.
Strong technical understanding of enterprise infrastructure and identity services, including Active Directory, DNS, virtualization and containerization platforms, and Endpoint Protection / EDR solutions.
Experience in design and implementation of information security policies and controls
Experience in compliance management frameworks such as COBIT, OWASP, ISO 27001, NIST CSF, CSA, IEC 62443
Proactive and Adaptable, showed initiative in identifying risks before they become issues, and adapts quickly to evolving threats, regulatory changes, and organizational priorities.
Experience with core security technologies such as security information and event monitoring systems (SIEM), firewalls, network and host intrusion prevention and detection systems, proxies, vulnerability scanners, and anti-virus solutions
Have or working toward one or more of the industry certifications preferred: CCSP, CISA, CISM, CISSP, ISSAP
Excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills, with the ability to engage technical teams, business stakeholders, and leadership.
Additional Information
Benefits - Why you'd love working with us
Competitive pay
Minimum of twenty-five days of vacation (or more, depending on your
position
)
Competitive employer-paid extended health and dental plan - take a look at our
benefit plans
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Defined benefit
pension
plan with employer contributions
Flexible hybrid work arrangements available
Professional Development
funds and resources
Access to most BCIT Flexible Learning
courses
free of charge
Wellness
and Employee Assistance programs
Complimentary membership with free access to the Fitness Centre, Gymnasium, and more* Eligibility requirements apply, benefits may vary depending on the employee group the position belongs to and whether the position offered is temporary or part-time. For more information on our generous benefits,
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Salary Range
Salary Range: $79,823 - $105,759 per annum.
Additional Salary Information
Salary prorated based on percentage and term of appointment. Salary based on education, experience and placement criteria as outlined in the Collective Agreement.
Position Details
Posting Category
Information Systems / Technology
Department 2
Cyber Security
Campus Location
Burnaby campus
Bargaining Unit
BCIT Faculty and Staff Association (FSA)
Job Status
Regular
Full-Time/Part-Time
Full-Time
Number of Vacancies
1
Anticipated Start Date
03/02/2026
Anticipated End Date
Competition Information
Competition Number
25FSA705
Competition Open Date
12/20/2025
Competition Close Date
Open Until Filled?
Yes
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