Cyber Security Analyst - SW LDG Security Operations

Posting Period

Open:          June 16, 2025

Deadline:     June 22, 2025

Non-Union

Department Name

SW LDG Security Operations

The Cyber Security Analyst position responsible for senior support of critical cybersecurity technologies and processes across the South West Local Delivery Group (LDG). This mid-level position requires hands-on experience in threat detection, incident response, and security monitoring. The ideal candidate will have proven expertise in security tools and technologies, with the ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with cross-functional teams.

Key Responsibilities:

• Use knowledge of security tools (EDR/XDR, SIEM, VM, etc.) to conduct detailed investigations.
• Coordinate and lead incident response activities, including detection, investigation, containment, eradication, and recovery in coordination with external stakeholders (HSP(s), Managed Security Service Providers (MSSPs), Ontario Health, Canadian Centre for Cyber Security and law enforcement).
• Conduct root cause analysis and post-incident activities.
• Maintain documentation of incidents, investigations, and response actions.
• Conduct Threat Hunting activities to proactively identify incidents warranting action to disrupt and remediate threats.
• Conduct vulnerability assessments and support patch management efforts.
• Collaborate with Engineering to improve detections, enrich data, and find process efficiencies. 
• Collaborate with HSP IT staff and departments to ensure the appropriate security controls are in place.
• Conducts research and related fact-finding exercises in relation to emerging threats/vulnerabilities.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of the threat landscape and recommend appropriate security measures.
• Promote professional development and knowledge sharing opportunities within the LDG, it?s HSPs, and provincial partners. 
• Provide 24/7 on-call support of critical security components/incident response
• Digital forensics, risk assessment, vulnerability management and proactive threat hunting.

What we offer:

Rate of Pay: $44.33 per hour to $55.40 per hour

Status: Regular Full-time

Hours of Work: 37.5 hours per week

Pension Plan (HOOPP)

Career development and training opportunities

Employee Wellness Initiatives

Qualifications

• College certificate or diploma in cyber security, computer science, information technology, or equivalent as determined by the Hospital
• Bachelor's degree in computer sciences preferred
• 3 years of recent and relevant experience
• Minimum of 1 year experience in the hospital environment with health care data and insight into legislation and mandated activities preferred
• Security certifications such as CompTIA Security+, SSCP, CEH, GSEC, or CCFA/R/H, GSOC or equivalent preferred
• Experience with CrowdStrike, Splunk, and Tenable or similar tools preferred
• Experience in security practices: incident response, digital forensics, threat hunting, threat intelligence gathering, risk-based vulnerability management, data analytics, etc.
• Solid understanding of operating systems, networking, protocols, virtualization, cloud, etc.
• Familiarity with scripting (e.g. Python, PowerShell, Bash, etc.) and query languages
• Experience in security and regulatory frameworks such as NIST, ISO, PIPEDA, GPDR, etc.  preferred
• Demonstrated knowledge of and commitment to the principles of patient and family centered care
• Demonstrated knowledge of and commitment to patient and staff safety
• Demonstrated practice and commitment to LHSC's vision, purpose and values
• Demonstrated ability to attend work on a regular basis

Has your experience been obtained through alternative pathways? LHSC acknowledges that skills, education and lived experience come in many forms and may have been developed differently from those listed in the job posting. Although LHSC has discretion in determining whether a candidate meets the qualifications and licensing requirements, we welcome applications from those with different experiences who may not meet every requirement listed. Tell us your story and apply today with your resume! 

Teaching, Learning and Research

London Health Sciences Centre is proudly one of Canada's largest acute-care teaching and research hospitals. LHSC has an unwavering commitment to lifelong learning, with education agreements in collaboration with over 55 schools, hospitals, and community agencies from across Ontario, Canada and internationally; among our many education partners, our three regional partners are Western University, Fanshawe College, and Thames Valley District School Board. LHSC provides students with a place where they can learn and discover knowledge and skills to take them forward in their careers as health care professionals. Approximately 2,900 Nursing, Allied Health and other students ranging from secondary school to university graduate level programs receive training at LHSC every year. As an employee of LHSC, you will be expected to engage in role-related teaching, professional development, and research activities in addition to standard position duties and responsibilities.

If interested in this role, please apply with a resume that outlines all current and previous experience relevant to the position.

We are committed to providing a safe, healthy and inclusive work environment that inspires respect.  LHSC is committed to employment equity and diversity in the workplace and welcomes applications from equity-denied groups including Indigenous people, racialized people, women, persons with disabilities, and 2SLGBTQIA+ persons. LHSC is also committed to ensuring an accessible and inclusive recruitment process.  

Upon individual request, we will endeavor to remove any barrier to the hiring process to reasonably accommodate candidates, including those with disabilities, while maintaining a fair, consistent and equitable recruitment approach.  

Should any applicant require accommodation through the application, interview or selection processes, please contact Recruitment Services at 519-685-8500, extension #34321 or recruitment@lhsc.on.ca.

Immunization Requirements

Before beginning employment at LHSC, all new hires must provide documentation related to LHSC's Health Review requirements. For more information and a detailed list of requirements, please visit Health Review Requirements LHSC. 

Work Permit

Please be advised, if you are seeking employment on a temporary work or study permit, we recommend reviewing work permit restrictions as it applies to healthcare organizations in Canada. As per the Government of Canada, LHSC is considered a hospital/healthcare organization, even if an employee is functioning in a non-patient facing role. Individuals on a work or study permit seeking employment in this sector may be required to complete additional steps in the process, including but not limited to a medical exam, which may also apply to employees looking to renew their work permits. It is the employee's accountability to ensure they are adhering to their specific work permit restrictions, and we encourage all candidates and LHSC employees to be proactive and review restrictions as soon as possible as it could be a lengthy process.