In a changing world, unprecedented challenges require unmatched talent. Join one of Montreal's Top Employers in 2025. We are a dynamic and growing organization having its main establishment located in downtown Montreal and part of a leading international banking institution fully committed to building a more sustainable future. Note that the position may be in the Canadian Branch of BNP Paribas or in one of its subsidiaries based in Montreal.
The position at a glance
The Production CSIRT Analyst Level II position will provide security expertise to the 24x7 Security Operation Center (SOC). The primary purpose of this position is to help coordinate and report on cyber incidents impacting the banks critical assets by detecting, preventing, and responding to cyber threats against our group’s infrastructure. Within AMER IT Production Security, the North American Cyber Security Production Operations office is focused on the development and execution of our Americas cybersecurity strategy, It provides critical support to the firm-wide cybersecurity program via partnerships in the region within our diverse lines of business and also externally with client, partners and regulators.
As a Cybersecurity Analyst, you are not only responsible for hands-on real-time monitoring, analysis, and resolution of identified security incidents, but you will also be responsible to continual development and improvement of the 24x7 Security Operation Center (SOC) capabilities as the first line of defense to identify potential information security incidents.
In detail
- Monitor bank sources of potential security incidents, health alerts with monitored solutions and requests for information. This includes the monitoring of real-time channels or dashboards, periodic reports, email inboxes, helpdesk or other ticketing system, telephone calls, chat sessions
- Follow incident-specific procedures to perform triage of potential security incidents to validate and determine needed mitigation
- Escalate potential security incidents to Level III and Level IV engineers, implements countermeasures in response to others, and recommend operational improvements
- Keep accurate incident notes in case management system
- Maintaining awareness of the bank’s technology architecture, known weaknesses, the architecture of the security solutions used for monitoring, imminent and pervasive threats as identified by client threat intelligence, and recent security incidents
- Continuously improve the service by identifying and correcting issues or gaps in knowledge (analysis procedures, plays, client network models), false positive tuning, identifying, and recommending new or updated tools, content, countermeasures, scripts.
- Perform peer reviews and consultations with other Level II analysts regarding potential security incidents
- Serve as a subject matter expert in at least one security-related area (e.g., specific malware solution, python programming, etc.)
- Actively seek self-improvement through continuous learning and pursuing advancement to a Level III Analyst
- Provide shift status and metric reporting
- Support weekly during 24x7 coverage
- Adhere to internal operational security and other BNP Paribas policies
- Perform light project work as assigned
The strengths and skills that will help you succeed
- 4-5 years of experience with the following technologies: SIEM, ELK, IDS/IPS, network- and host- based firewalls, data leakage protection (DLP)
- Bachelor Degree or equivalent
- Direct experience with anti-virus software, endpoint detection response (EDR), firewalls and content filtering
- Demonstrable knowledge in Incident response, log analysis and PCAP analysis
- Good level of knowledge in network fundamentals, for example, OSI Stack, TCP/IP, DNS, HTTP(S), SMTP
- Good level of understanding in the approach threat actors take to attacking a network, phishing, port scanning, web application attacks, DDoS, lateral movement
- Knowledge in Windows and/or Linux operating systems, how to investigate them for signs of compromise
- Passion to learn and to contribute to the ongoing development of the team
Skills/Behaviors Preferred: - Foundational level of scripting knowledge is desirable
- Ability to demonstrate the right approach to investigating alerts and/or indicators and document your findings in a manner that both peer and executive level colleagues can understand
- Appreciation of the wider roles of interconnecting Cyber Security teams and collaboration with each of those (i.e., Forensics / Threat Intelligence / Penetration Testing / Vulnerability Management / "Purple Teaming" etc.)
- Ability to handle fluctuating workloads, conflicting priorities, and concurrent activities
- Analytical skills
- Strategic vision
- Rigor & Accuracy
- Flexibility
- Communication skills
- Collaboration
- Self-driven
- Given the vast majority of our clients, both internal and external, are based outside of Quebec and Canada, specific language requirements may apply. Knowledge of the English is required.
What’s in it for you
In addition to competitive compensation, we offer flexible benefits including a family and spouse insurance program, a defined contribution pension plan and paid days for volunteering. Hybrid work arrangements are available for most positions. In-office presence is required a minimum of 3 days per week, one of which must be on a Monday and/or a Friday. BNP Paribas provides excellent training and personal development programs, as well as opportunities for career development within the company and internationally.
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What you need to know
- We will review candidates as they apply, so don’t wait to submit your application;
- 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
Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DE&I) at the heart of our commitments
- At BNP Paribas all employees are on an equal footing allowing us to create a work environment that values and respects people for their talents, skills and competences.
- 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 is the top bank in the European Union and a major international banking establishment. Present in 63 countries, with more than 180,000 employees, the bank holds key positions in several areas of banking and financial services.
BNP Paribas’ mission is to contribute to a responsible and sustainable economy by financing and advising its clients according to the highest ethical standards, while striving to respond to essential concerns in terms of the environment, regional development and social inclusion.
Since 1961, BNP Paribas has supported large Canadian companies and institutions in their business development by offering a full range of specialized financial services and investment products.
With over 1,400 employees, BNP Paribas in Canada continues to attract experts from diverse fields as well as ambitious young talent from around the world. We are proud to offer our employees a rewarding and international workplace where they can build their professional careers by honing their skills, meeting challenges and enriching their knowledge of the financial industry.
Our certifications and partnerships
- Montreal’s Top Employers 2025
- Canada’s Best Diversity Employers 2025
- Women in Governance – Parity certified - Platinum certification
- Pride at Work Canada
- Part of Les Affaires top 300 companies in Quebec
- Synclusiv
- Ready, Willing and Able
- Autisme sans Limites
- LinkedIn Top Companies 2024
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*** 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***
