Senior Cybersecurity & Compliance Analyst
Location: Hamilton, ON (On-Site) | Company: Space Ops
About Space Ops
At Space Ops, we build scalable, high-performance technology solutions that power modern digital experiences. We are growing at light speed and seeking a Senior Cybersecurity & Compliance Analyst to fortify our infrastructure. If you thrive on building unshakeable security frameworks and navigating complex compliance landscapes in a fast-paced environment, this role is for you.
The Role
As a Senior Analyst, you will be the guardian of our digital perimeter and the architect of our compliance roadmap. You won’t just monitor dashboards; you will shape the security posture of an organization that moves fast and builds thoughtfully.
Major Responsibilities
- Threat Detection & Response: Actively monitor security stacks (SIEM, EDR/XDR, firewalls) and lead investigations into potential threats or anomalies.
- Incident Leadership: Drive incident response efforts, including evidence collection, root cause analysis, and comprehensive post-incident reporting.
- Compliance Orchestration: Manage and track adherence to global frameworks including NIST, ISO 27001, PCI-DSS, SOC2, and GDPR.
- Audit Readiness: Act as the primary point of contact for internal and external audits, ensuring all documentation and evidence are "audit-ready" at all times.
- Risk Management: Conduct rigorous risk assessments and vulnerability scans across cloud and on-prem IT systems.
- Governance & Policy: Draft, implement, and iterate on security policies, standards, and procedures to keep pace with evolving threats.
- Security Culture: Lead company-wide cybersecurity awareness initiatives, including advanced phishing simulations and training.
- Strategic Liaison: Bridge the gap between IT, Legal, Audit, and Executive leadership to communicate risk and security health.
Knowledge & Qualifications
- Education: Bachelor’s degree in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, or a related technical field.
- Technical Depth: Hands-on experience with SIEM tools, IAM (Active Directory / Entra ID), and cloud security architecture (AWS, Azure, or GCP).
- Compliance Mastery: Deep familiarity with the controls required for ISO 27001, SOC2, and GDPR.
- Strategic Thinking: Proven ability to conduct third-party vendor assessments and manage supply chain risk.
- Credentials: Relevant certifications such as CISSP, CISA, Security+, or ISO 27001 Lead Auditor are highly preferred.
Skills & Abilities
- Analytical Rigor: The ability to find the "needle in the haystack" within complex data sets.
- Communication: A knack for translating complex technical risks into actionable business insights for non-technical stakeholders.
- Documentation: Precision in technical writing and reporting.
- Composure: The ability to prioritize and stay calm during high-pressure security incidents.
Compensation & Perks
- Salary: $85,000 – $95,000 annually (commensurate with experience).
- Bonus: Annual performance-based incentives.
- Health & Wellness: Comprehensive Health/Dental coverage + Wellness Spending Account.
- Fitness: On-site gym access and Planet Fitness membership concessions.
- The Office Experience: In-house barista/coffee bar, unlimited snacks, and daily breakfast.
- Culture: Monthly team events, Friday catered lunches, and a high-energy collaborative vibe.
- Growth: Strong investment in Learning & Development and Perkopolis staff discounts.
Why Join Space Ops?
You aren’t just a ticket-taker here. You are a key stakeholder in our engineering velocity. We move fast, build for the future, and invest heavily in the people who protect our mission.
Ready to build what’s next? Apply now to join the mission at Space Ops.
