We are looking for an experienced Data Security Analyst to join our team in Hamilton, Ontario, on a contract basis. In this role, you will play a critical part in safeguarding IT systems by monitoring, investigating, and responding to potential threats. This is an excellent opportunity to apply your technical expertise in a dynamic environment leveraging industry-standard security tools. Responsibilities: • Monitor and analyze security alerts from Microsoft Sentinel and other external monitoring platforms. • Investigate and respond to security threats across endpoints, networks, and cloud environments. • Conduct detailed analysis of logs, firewall activity, and endpoint protection data to identify potential risks. • Manage and optimize tools such as Microsoft Defender for Endpoint and Defender for Identity. • Collaborate with vulnerability management efforts, including the use of Tenable to identify and address system weaknesses. • Assist in security investigations involving Palo Alto firewalls and Cisco networking equipment. • Contribute to the development and refinement of incident response playbooks and related documentation. • Identify opportunities to enhance alert accuracy and streamline security processes. • Provide support for cloud security initiatives, including Azure Security Center and Defender for Cloud. • Promote user awareness by leveraging tools like KnowBe4 to educate on security best practices.

• A minimum of 3–5 years of hands-on experience in a technical security role. • Proficiency in endpoint protection, security monitoring, and threat analysis. • Demonstrated experience with tools such as Microsoft Sentinel, Defender Suite, Tenable, Palo Alto, or Cisco. • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail. • Familiarity with cloud environments, particularly Azure, is an asset. • Knowledge of cybersecurity frameworks and standards such as NIST. • Certifications like Security+ or equivalent are considered an advantage. • Ability to work effectively in a team and adapt to evolving security challenges.

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Hamilton, ON
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Temporary
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We are looking for an experienced Data Security Analyst to join our team in Hamilton, Ontario, on a contract basis. In this role, you will play a critical part in safeguarding IT systems by monitoring, investigating, and responding to potential threats. This is an excellent opportunity to apply your technical expertise in a dynamic environment leveraging industry-standard security tools. Responsibilities: • Monitor and analyze security alerts from Microsoft Sentinel and other external monitoring platforms. • Investigate and respond to security threats across endpoints, networks, and cloud environments. • Conduct detailed analysis of logs, firewall activity, and endpoint protection data to identify potential risks. • Manage and optimize tools such as Microsoft Defender for Endpoint and Defender for Identity. • Collaborate with vulnerability management efforts, including the use of Tenable to identify and address system weaknesses. • Assist in security investigations involving Palo Alto firewalls and Cisco networking equipment. • Contribute to the development and refinement of incident response playbooks and related documentation. • Identify opportunities to enhance alert accuracy and streamline security processes. • Provide support for cloud security initiatives, including Azure Security Center and Defender for Cloud. • Promote user awareness by leveraging tools like KnowBe4 to educate on security best practices.
2025-09-29T18:39:07Z

Data Security Analyst Job in Hamilton | Robert Half