Cybersecurity Analyst Sr Contract

Job Posting: Cybersecurity Analyst Sr: contact ending January 7, 2027
You will be working on a remote schedule as part of Fidelity’s dynamic working arrangement.

Current work authorization for Canada is required for all openings.

The work location for this role is 483 Bay Street in Toronto until approximately late 2026, when the work location will change to the new Mississauga office at 3 Robert Speck Parkway.

Who We Are:

At Fidelity, we’ve been helping Canadian investors build better financial futures for over 35 years. We offer individuals and institutions a range of trusted investment portfolios and services – and we’re constantly seeking to find new and better ways to help our clients. As a privately owned company, we boldly embrace innovation in all areas as we continue to grow our business into the future.

Working with us means you’ll be part of a diverse and dedicated group of people who make a real difference for our clients and communities every day. You’ll have a wide range of opportunities to grow and develop your career in an inclusive environment where you’ll feel valued and supported to be your best – both personally and professionally.

What You’ll Do:

The Cybersecurity Analyst Sr supports the risk mitigation efforts of Fidelity’s Cyber Defense Operations (CDO) under the Information Security and Technology Risk group in order to safeguard and protect our information assets and critical data from current and emerging Cyber threats.

The Cybersecurity Analyst Sr will apply their Cybersecurity skills and knowledge in the day-to-day management Cyber activities including, but not limited to, analyze security logs and systems data to identify anomalous or irregular events; execute Cyber management processes to respond to, investigate and report on identified security incidents; maintenance of various security tools and technologies such as, advanced malware detection, DDoS, IDS/IPS, DLP, Anti-spam as well as other Cyber threat intelligence and vulnerability management capabilities. The ideal candidate has experience not only using a wide range of technologies to respond to security events but also supporting ongoing maintenance of the tools.

How You’ll Make an Impact

Ensure computing platform compliance with Cybersecurity policies and directives. Use provided tools to perform continual monitoring and analysis of system activity to identify malicious activity and configure mitigations. Coordinate with other departments to manage and administer the updating of rules and signatures across the information security stack (e.g. intrusion detection/protection systems, anti-virus, and content blacklists). Identity and recommend actions to address vulnerabilities in the computing environment or inconsistencies in existing security processes.
Conduct research, trend analysis, correlation and reporting across a wide variety of internal and external source data sets (e.g., network, OS, DB and application logs and alerts). Provide timely detection, identification, and alerts of possible attacks/intrusions, anomalous activities, and misuse activities, and distinguish these incidents and events from benign activities. Perform event correlation using information gathered from a variety of sources within the enterprise to gain situational awareness and determine the effectiveness of an observed attack. Analyze identified malicious activity in the computing environment to determine weaknesses exploited, exploitation methods, and effects on system and information. Participate or lead Cyber incident detection, investigation, and response.
Participate in Cybersecurity awareness and training exercises. Advise on Cybersecurity policies, industry standards, best practices, and strategies. Participate in On-Call and shift rotation when needed.
Provide summary reports of network events and activity relevant to CDO including trend analysis. Monitor external data sources to maintain currency of threat condition and determine and report on security issues may have an impact on Fidelity. Support CDO reporting activities.
What You Will Bring:

Excellent knowledge of Cybersecurity detects and response methodologies using a wide range of technologies, standards and best practices.
Strong understanding of the Incident Response lifecycle.
Strong communication and reporting skills, with ability to document incidents, provide insights, and collaborate across teams.
Proven capability to identify anomalous behavior, assess threats, and determine impact and root cause.
Knowledge of the threat landscape, common attack vectors and the use of security tools to monitor the technology infrastructure and computing environment.
Understanding of complex, enterprise-wide information systems security architecture and how network, application and host-based security controls work.
What We’re Looking For

University Degree (bachelor).
3 years relevant experience in Information Security or Cybersecurity.
2 years’ relevant experience in incident respond in SOC environment.
Experience leading cyber incident respond.
Experience in threat hunting.
Certifications: OSCP CASP ISACA CDPSE SANS 504: Security Incident Responder GCIH Certified Incident Handler SANS 503: Intrusion Detection SANS 500: Windows Forensic Analysis SANS GREM SANS GXPN InfoSec Security Engineering
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Total Rewards That Reflect Your Impact

We believe exceptional work deserves exceptional recognition. That’s why we offer a competitive compensation package designed to support your success today—and your financial well-being tomorrow.

Total Rewards That Reflect Your Impact

We believe exceptional work deserves exceptional recognition. That’s why we offer a competitive compensation package designed to support your success today—and your financial well-being tomorrow.

For this role, your total rewards include:

This contract role offers a flexible, hourly compensation model that reflects your expertise and the value you bring. The hourly rate ranges from $54.00 to $71.00, based on experience and qualifications.

We’re proud to offer a compensation package that aligns with provincial pay transparency requirements.

This posting represents an existing vacancy within our organization—an opportunity to step into a role where your talents will make a meaningful difference.

We care a lot about fostering a compassionate, people-centric culture, and are proud to have been named one of Canada’s Top 100 employers for the last five years.

Fidelity Canada is an equal opportunity employer

Fidelity Canada is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. We will consider all qualified applicants for employment regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national or ethnic origin, age, disability, family status, protected veterans’ status, Aboriginal/Native American status or any other legally protected ground.

Accommodation during the application process

Fidelity Canada welcomes and encourages applications from people

Fidelity Canada is an equal opportunity employer

Fidelity Canada is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. We will consider all qualified applicants for employment regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national or ethnic origin, age, disability, family status, protected veterans’ status, Aboriginal/Native American status or any other legally-protected ground.

Accommodation during the application process

Fidelity Canada welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in the selection process. If you require an accommodation, please email us at [email protected].

No telephone inquiries or agencies please. We thank all applicants for their interest, please be advised that only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Why Work at Fidelity?

We are proud to be recipients of the following:

Awards

• Canada’s Top 100 Employers
o Greater Toronto’s Top Employers
o Canada’s Top Family-Friendly Employers
o Canada’s Top Employers for Young People

• Great Place To Work® Certified
o Best Workplaces for Inclusion
o Best Workplaces for Mental Wellness
o Best Workplaces for Today’s Youth
o Best Workplaces for Women
o Best Workplaces in Financial Services & Insurance
o Best Workplaces in Ontario
o Best Workplaces with Most Trusted Executive Teams

• LinkedIn Top Companies in Canada

• Human Resource Director (HRD) – Best Place To Work
o HRD – 5-Star Benefit Program
o HRD – 5-Star Diversity & Inclusion Employer

Designations
• Canadian Compassionate Companies – Certified
• Benefits Canada’s Workplace Benefits Award – Future of Work Strategy
• TalentEgg National Recruitment Excellence Award – Special Award for Diversity & Inclusion in Recruiting
• Canadian HR Reporter’s Most Innovative HR Team