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Position : Junior Cybersecurity Analyst

Location : AutoCanada Home Office, Edmonton, AB

Classification : Full-Time, Immediate Hire

AutoCanada is the largest Canadian owned and publicly traded automotive dealer group operating in Canada and the US. We are innovative, data-driven and our commitment to our Team Members, customers and operational excellence fuels our success.

Our dealership Team Members are at the heart of our success, building long-lasting, trust-based relationships with customers across Canada. Our national network provides opportunities and support to build the career that’s right for you. Working here is fast-paced, non-stop, and a little unpredictable—and we love it.

Your area of focus.

As a member of the Cybersecurity and Compliance team, the Cybersecurity Junior Analyst plays a critical role in protecting our organization by monitoring systems, triaging alerts, and investigating potential threats. This position helps maintain a strong security posture and ensures the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of AutoCanada’s systems and data.

The role requires close collaboration with End User Computing, Infrastructure, Networking, Business Application Support, and key technology suppliers to minimize overall cyber risk. Assignments may require independent work with minimal supervision. The Junior Analyst will report directly to the Security Operations Manager.

Main Responsibilities

• Monitor, triage, and respond to security-related tickets and requests through both internal and SOC ticketing systems.

• Administer and maintain core security tools including EDR, email security, IAM, and vulnerability management platforms.

• Actively monitor alerts from SIEM, EDR, and email security solutions, performing initial analysis, documentation, triage, and escalation as required.

• Collaborate with internal teams and external partners to troubleshoot and resolve cybersecurity issues in line with incident management procedures.

• Assist the Security Operations Manager in developing, reviewing, and updating security policies, standards, and procedures.

• Support root cause analysis of critical security events and recommend process improvements.

• Contribute to third-party cybersecurity risk assessments during vendor onboarding.

• Assist in planning and running enterprise-wide security awareness and phishing simulation campaigns. Act as a technical contributor to cybersecurity-related projects and initiatives.

Working Conditions

• Standard office environment, Monday to Friday work week.

• Must be able to meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment and handle pressure effectively. Occasional travel may be required to support business or IT projects.

Skills and Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of overall work experience, including 1–3 years in cybersecurity system administration, incident response, or compliance (preferred).
• Hands-on familiarity with security tools (EDR, SIEM, firewalls).
• Strong working knowledge of Windows, Azure, Active Directory, M365, and Okta (highly desirable).
• Understanding of IT operations, networking, and system administration.
• Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and collaboration skills.
• Ability to clearly communicate technical issues to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Strong organizational and time management skills with attention to detail. Commitment to continuous learning and adaptability to evolving threats and technologies.

Education/Certification

• Bachelor’s degree in information technology, Computer Science, Cybersecurity, or a related field (or equivalent experience). Security certifications such as CompTIA Security+, CISSP, CISM, CISA, CEH, GIAC, or equivalent are considered assets.

The Perks.

• Competitive Compensation and Benefits Package
• Employee Vehicle Purchase & Service Plans
• Employee and Family Assistance Programs
• Company-wide appreciation events and contests throughout the calendar year
• Professional development and the opportunity to grow your career

And those are just the basics. We strive every day to create a workplace culture that embraces diversity and inclusivity, ensures fairness and equal opportunities, and fosters a sense of belonging for all Team Members. As an equal opportunity employer, we actively support everyone in expressing themselves and reaching their full potential.

Can you picture yourself here already?

We hope so. It’s equally as important that you choose us as we choose you. Take a sneak peek at what we think makes this one of the best workplaces around.

If you think you’re a good fit to come along on our ride, apply now through our website at www.autocan.ca/careers. We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Our commitment extends to reaching out to individuals from various backgrounds and identities. We do not discriminate based on gender identity, race, national origin, ethnicity, religion, age, sexual orientation, marital or family status, or mental/physical disabilities. AutoCanada is committed to collaborating with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If you need accommodation during the recruitment process, please inform your recruiter.