Security Analyst at Sandman Hotel Group

Proud to be 100% Canadian-owned, Northland Properties' are recognized as one of the most trusted names in hotels, restaurants, resorts, sports, construction, and asset management. Our well-known and loved brands have been bringing people together to celebrate unforgettable experiences across Canada, the US, Ireland, and the UK for over 50 years. As Canada’s fastest-growing hospitality group, we believe the foundation of our continued success is our people and their ability to take great care of our guests.

EMPLOYER: Northland Properties Corporation (NPC)

LOCATION: Support Centre, Vancouver, BC

EMPLOYMENT TYPE: Full Time

COMPENSATION RANGE: $60,000 - 80,000

BENEFITS: Health/Dental/Vision, RRSP, Paid Time Off, Employee Perks.

Position Overview

The Security Analyst helps protect the Company’s technology environment, systems and information across Canada by monitoring security activity, investigating threats, supporting incident response and maintaining cybersecurity controls across corporate offices and operating locations.

Key Responsibilities

• Monitor security alerts and suspicious activity across endpoints, networks, cloud services, identity platforms and business applications.
• Triage and investigate cybersecurity incidents; escalate significant threats and support containment, recovery, documentation and lessons learned.
• Administer and monitor security technologies, including endpoint detection and response, email security, vulnerability management, firewalls, multi-factor authentication and identity access controls.
• Monitor Microsoft 365 and Azure security environments, including Entra ID, Microsoft Defender, Conditional Access, logging and alerting.
• Perform vulnerability reviews and track remediation of critical patches, security updates and configuration issues.
• Review user access, privileged accounts and security groups, including requirements for onboarding, role changes and departures.
• Coordinate cybersecurity activities with internal IT teams, operating locations and managed service providers across Canada.
• Support security assessments for new applications, vendors and technology changes.
• Participate in phishing simulations, cybersecurity awareness initiatives and employee education.
• Prepare reports on incidents, vulnerabilities, trends and risks, and maintain related procedures, technical documentation and system inventories.
• Support business continuity, disaster recovery and cybersecurity incident response exercises.
• Stay current on cybersecurity threats and recommend practical improvements.
• Provide after-hours support during significant cybersecurity incidents when required.

Qualifications And Experience

• Post-secondary education in cybersecurity, information technology, computer science or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and practical experience.
• Two to four years of experience in cybersecurity, IT security, systems administration, infrastructure or a related technical role.
• Hands-on experience monitoring and investigating security alerts and incidents using security monitoring, endpoint detection, ticketing and vulnerability management tools.
• Working knowledge of Windows, Microsoft 365, Azure, Entra ID, networking fundamentals, identity and access management, endpoint security and vulnerability management.
• Understanding of established cybersecurity practices and frameworks, such as the NIST Cybersecurity Framework, CIS Controls and incident response lifecycle principles.
• Experience supporting a geographically distributed, multi-site or 24-hour operating environment—particularly hospitality, retail or restaurants—is an asset.
• Certifications such as Security+, CySA+, SC-200, SSCP or equivalent are assets.
• Ability to handle confidential information with discretion, travel occasionally within Canada and provide after-hours support when required.

Capabilities

• Analyzes security information methodically, exercises sound judgment and escalates issues appropriately.
• Communicates technical information clearly to technical and non-technical audiences.
• Maintains strong attention to detail and stays organized during competing priorities and security incidents.
• Builds effective relationships with IT teams, business partners and external service providers.
• Balances cybersecurity requirements with operational needs and recommends practical, risk-based solutions.
• Takes ownership of assigned issues through resolution and continuously improves security processes and controls.

Measures of Success

• Security alerts and incidents are reviewed, investigated, documented, escalated and resolved within established timelines.
• Vulnerabilities and security gaps have clear remediation actions, owners and timelines.
• User access and security controls are consistently reviewed and maintained.
• IT teams and business partners receive timely, clear information during cybersecurity events.
• Security procedures and documentation remain accurate and current.
• Recurring security issues decrease through effective investigation, remediation and lessons learned.

Working Conditions

This Vancouver-based role supports locations across Canadian time zones in office and remote systems environments. Occasional travel and work outside normal business hours may be required during significant incidents, system changes or recovery activities.

At Northland Properties Corporation (NPC), we are committed to building a network of talented professionals who can help to provide exceptional hospitality experiences. As an equal opportunity employer, we are constantly seeking motivated and enthusiastic individuals to join us in various fields, including Construction, Finance, IT, HR, Marketing, and Support Center. To join our dedicated team and be a part of our thriving hospitality community, explore the exciting career opportunities available at https://northland.ca/careers/(opens in a new tab).

Submission of resume does not guarantee an interview or transfer. Qualified applicants are encouraged to apply, provided they meet the minimal requirements of the applicable skills required. You must be legally entitled to work in Canada to apply as the employer does not have a Labour Market Impact Assessment (LMIA) that would support a foreign worker. Applications will not be accepted via email or in person. We thank all applicants for their interest in Career opportunities with Company, however, only those applicants we wish to interview will receive a reply to their application.

NPC uses AI enabled tools to assist with application management. All hiring decisions are made by people. We do not use AI to screen, assess or select applicants for this posting. NPC is an equal opportunity employer committed to hiring a diverse workforce and sustaining an inclusive culture. NPC does not discriminate on the basis of disability, veteran status or any other basis protected under federal, provincial or local laws. Accommodations are available at any stage of the recruitment process upon request. If you need support, please email [email protected]. NPC takes seriously its obligations under the Human Rights Code.