Production CSIRT Analyst LII

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The position at a glance

The Production CSIRT Analyst Level II provides essential security expertise to the 24×7 Security Operation Center to protect the bank’s critical assets. This role supports the firm-wide cybersecurity program by detecting, preventing, and responding to cyber threats against the group’s infrastructure. Through partnerships with diverse lines of business and external stakeholders, the position ensures the continuous improvement of the bank’s first line of defense.

In detail

• Monitor real-time channels, dashboards, and ticketing systems to identify potential security incidents and health alerts.
• Perform triage of potential security incidents by following specific procedures to validate threats and determine necessary mitigation steps.
• Conduct forensics analysis on compromised systems to identify the extent of a compromise and provide remediation recommendations.
• Execute threat hunting activities to identify potential adversaries within the network and enhance defensive capabilities.
• Investigate and document emerging security trends by reporting on information security issues to maintain institutional awareness.
• Develop and validate security use-cases to improve the detection accuracy of the Security Operation Center.
• Provide Incident Response support by escalating actionable incidents and delivering security advisory services to stakeholders.
• Analyze software and hardware vulnerabilities to respond to undisclosed threats and minimize organizational risk.
• Integrate and share intelligence with other analysts and teams to foster a collaborative security environment.
• Maintain accurate incident documentation within the case management system to ensure thorough record-keeping and compliance.
  
  
  

The Strengths And Skills That Will Help You Succeed

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or a related field.
• Certifications: GCFA, GCIH, OSCP, or similar.
• The knowledge of English is required.*
• Minimum 3 years of experience in a related role.
• Scripting knowledge for automating security tasks and investigations.
• Reasoning and documentation skills when investigating alerts and presenting findings to peer and executive level colleagues.
• Collaborative approach when working with interconnecting Cyber Security teams such as Forensics, Threat Intelligence, and Penetration Testing.
• LLM utilization to accelerate investigations, automate report drafting, and extract insights from unstructured data.
• Technical proficiency in SIEM, ELK, IDS/IPS, firewalls, and Data Leakage Protection (DLP) for effective monitoring.
• Endpoint security expertise using anti-virus and Endpoint Detection and Response (EDR) tools.
• Incident response and log analysis capabilities for identifying and mitigating active threats.
• Network fundamental knowledge including OSI Stack, TCP/IP, DNS, HTTP(S), and SMTP to understand communication flows.
• Understanding of threat actor methodologies, including phishing and lateral movement, to anticipate attack patterns.
• Operating system proficiency in Windows and/or Linux to investigate signs of compromise.
• Dependable management of fluctuating workloads and concurrent activities to maintain service continuity.
• Commited and supportive communication skills for effective information sharing across the organization.
• Responsible and accurate approach to maintaining rigor in all security processes.
• Given the vast majority of our clients, both internal and external, are based outside of Quebec and Canada, specific language requirements may apply. Professional working proficiency in English language is required.
  
  
  

While the description above describes our ideal candidate, we encourage applicants to apply even if they do not fully meet the complete list of qualifications noted

What’s In It For You

Alongside a competitive compensation, we provide a comprehensive suite of flexible benefits designed to support your health, wellbeing, and long‑term success:

Health & Wellness – A menu of flexible options for you and your family, including a 24/7 telemedicine service.

Mental‑Health Support – Up to $5,000 per year for sessions with mental‑health practitioners, plus unlimited access through our Employee Assistance Program.

Financial Benefits – A defined‑contribution pension plan and a range of additional financial perks.

Paid Volunteering Days – Take time off to give back to the community.

Learning & Development – Access to high‑quality training, personal‑development programs, and clear pathways for internal career progression across our global organization.

Work‑place flexibility – Hybrid work is available for most roles. You’ll be required in the office at least three days per week, with one of those days being either a Monday or a Friday.

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Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DE&I) at the heart of our commitments

BNP Paribas is committed to fostering a work environment where all employees can feel heard, valued, safe and supported, and can be their authentic selves.

BNP Paribas recruits, employs, trains, compensates and promotes regardless of race, religion, colour, national origin, sex, disability, age, and other protected status (Employment Equity Act and Canadian Human Right Act).

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About Us

BNP Paribas, the leading bank in the European Union and a major global financial institution, operates in 63 countries and has nearly 178,000 employees. Its mission is to foster a responsible, sustainable economy by financing and advising clients to the highest ethical standards while addressing environmental, regional development, and social inclusion concerns. With over 1,700 employees in Montreal and Toronto, BNP Paribas in Canada strives to develop long-term relationships with its clients by supporting their business strategies and meeting their financing and investment needs, both locally and abroad.

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What You Need To Know

• BNP Paribas is committed to accessibility and inclusion. During the recruitment process, accommodation needs are available at all times for candidates. You will have the chance to make a request for an accommodation during your application.
• You must be legally eligible to work in the Greater Montreal area and, if applicable, hold a valid work or study permit. Physical presence in BNP Paribas’ office(s) is an essential function of this position;
• If you are applying and accepted to a position which requires working in/for the U.S. securities industry, you will be required to provide your fingerprints and undergo additional background checks by the FBI. BNP Paribas Securities Corporation is required to maintain a supervisory program over the conduct of its Associated Persons; some of your personal data will be transmitted to the United States of America and made available to US regulators. Please reach out to BNPP for additional information; or you can also find an overview here: 3110. Supervision FINRA.org
  
  
  

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