Analyst, Cyber Security

Job Title: Cyber Security Analyst

Company: Precision Drilling Corporation

Work Arrangements: Calgary, Alberta – In office

At Precision Drilling, our mission is to deliver safe, sustainable, and high-performance drilling solutions that reduce risks and optimize resources for our customers across global markets. Driven by our Core Values, we empower our people, invest in cutting-edge technology, and foster lasting relationships built on integrity, collaboration, and an unwavering pursuit of excellence.

The Cyber Security Analyst will assist in developing and implementing technical security measures to protect Precision Drilling’s information systems. The successful candidate will support the organization’s cybersecurity strategy through hands-on technical work and collaboration with various teams.

Culture

Precision Drilling promotes a strong safety culture through our "Target Zero" initiative, emphasizing employee well-being and environmental responsibility. We support career growth through robust training and development, encouraging innovation and collaboration. With competitive benefits, a casual work environment, generous time-off policies, and a culture grounded in respect and integrity, we create a workplace where people feel empowered and valued.

Day In The Life

- Security Monitoring & Threat Mitigation: Monitor computing environments using Microsoft Defender, InTune, and MDR services to detect, respond to, and prevent security threats.

- Incident Response & Risk Management: Support incident investigations, proactively identify risks, and implement preventive measures to ensure system integrity and availability.

- Security Strategy & Solutions: Drive the development of advanced security strategies, build business cases with cost-benefit analyses, and align initiatives with enterprise goals.

- Governance, Compliance & Reporting: Ensure compliance with security frameworks, conduct security assessments, and contribute to regular KPI reporting for leadership visibility.

- Collaboration & Communication: Work cross-functionally with IT teams and external partners, fostering a security-aware culture and building trust across departments.

- Technical Guidance & Documentation: Provide technical security guidance, assist with secure configurations, and support the development of policies, procedures, and guidelines.

- Organizational Effectiveness: Demonstrate strong time management, decision-making, and the ability to clearly present complex technical information to diverse audiences.

What We Need From You

- Comprehensive Cyber Security Expertise: Strong technical skills in threat detection, network security (on-prem and cloud), privileged access management (e.g., CyberArk), and Microsoft enterprise environments, including Azure, Entra, and M365.

- Governance, Risk & Compliance: Deep understanding of security frameworks (NIST, ISO 270XX, CMMC), regulatory requirements (e.g., SOX/C-SOX), and how cyber risks translate to financial impact.

- Technical Proficiency & Innovation: Proficient in vulnerability identification, DevSecOps practices, virtualization (HyperV, Docker, Kubernetes), and exploring emerging technologies to enhance security solutions.

- Collaboration & Communication: Proven ability to work cross-functionally across IT, business units, and external partners; skilled in documenting procedures and presenting technical information effectively.

- Industry Experience & Qualifications: Tertiary IT qualifications or 5+ years in cyber security, with desirable experience in SAP, OT/ICS/SCADA environments, and the Oil & Gas industry.