Staff Cybersecurity Analyst

Article•Vancouver, BC

2d•CA$185,000 - CA$230,000•Hybrid

About The Position

In Tech & Security, we need an experienced expert to build robust security frameworks across our growing hybrid infrastructure. This fits into our larger need to reduce cyber risks, strengthen our operational resilience, and maintain compliance as Article continues to scale. Within the first few months, you’d design and roll out key AI governance standards, update endpoint security guidelines, and mature our vulnerability management program. In a year, you’ll be proud to say you’ve built scalable security controls across our cloud, identity, and incident response operations that keep Article secure, resilient, and adaptable to emerging threats. To start, you will audit our current stack of applications, identify vulnerabilities, and build a clear remediation plan. Then, you will establish a security baseline for Article to build our multi-year security roadmap. In a year, you’ll be proud to say you’ve built scalable security controls across our cloud, identity, and incident response operations that keep Article secure, resilient, and adaptable to emerging threats.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Cybersecurity, or equivalent practical experience.
Typically 9–12 years of progressive experience in cybersecurity, security engineering, risk management, or security operations.
Proven track record as an Enterprise Capability Builder who can design and launch operational security programs from scratch.
Proven success as an Incident Commander leading major incident response efforts and strategic security investigations.
Deep technical authority in cloud security, endpoint protection, vulnerability management, and infrastructure governance.
Expert knowledge of identity management tools, including privilege management, MFA, and identity federation.
Hands-on experience mapping technical security controls to regulatory, audit, PCI, and cyber insurance standards.
Hybrid cloud platforms, central authentication and IAM tools, EDR, SIEM, and vulnerability scanning software.
Demonstrates above-the-line behaviour, clear accountability, and strong, steady execution in complex, fast-moving environments.
Resilient and adaptable when building new structure amid organizational growth and evolving security landscapes.
Legally able to work in Canada.
Completion of a criminal background check.

Responsibilities

Safeguard Article's cloud environments, employee identities, network assets, and internal data.
Build, deploy, and scale core security capabilities across hybrid cloud, endpoints, identity, and AI governance systems.
Develop and mature Article's Vulnerability Management Program, prioritizing risks and governing remediation efforts.
Define onboarding standards and security reviews for SaaS platforms, AI tools, and external vendors to eliminate shadow IT.
Lead identity and access management (IAM) strategies, including MFA, centralized authentication, and least-privilege controls.
Act as Incident Commander for major cybersecurity incidents, coordinating response across engineering, legal, product, and leadership teams.
Translate PCI, regulatory, and insurance requirements into low-friction security controls that enable business growth.
Establish monitoring, investigation, and escalation procedures to ensure high operational readiness and fast response times.
Coordinate third-party penetration testing and security assessments, translating findings into practical fix plans.
Provide daily guidance, mentorship, and work direction to cybersecurity team members to build overall technical maturity.
Track and report security metrics through clear dashboards to give leadership visibility into risk levels and control effectiveness.

Benefits

The salary range is $185,000 to $230,000
Starting salary is determined by your transferable skills, knowledge, work experience, and the hiring team’s budget, which is based on business needs, market compensation data, and internal equity
When Article hits its annual financial goals, eligible employees will receive a cash bonus
4% RRSP matched contributions through Wealthsimple
20 days of vacation
1 extra day off (Inclusion and Diversity Day)
6 well-being (sick) days
Hybrid work: 3 days a week in the office
Work remotely (anywhere in the world) for up to 3 weeks
Excellent extended health, dental and vision benefits
$1000 health/lifestyle spending account for your total physical and mental well-being
TELUS Health App
Mental Health Assistance/Counseling
Virtual medical appointments
The Article HQ is a converted warehouse, with an open accessible layout and no offices (even for our founders)
Work from your desk, an Article sofa, collaboration spaces, or a private meeting room
Standup desks can be requested too
Our kitchens are stocked with salty, sweet and healthy snacks, & all the premium coffees and teas to keep you buzzing
Onsite fitness equipment with showers and towel service
Pickleball, badminton, and table tennis matches happen, from very competitive to very casual
A dog-friendly office - well-socialized pups are welcome
Free street parking (first come, first serve; no reserved spots for senior leaders)
Indoor secure bike storage with change rooms and showers
20-minute walk to either Main Street- Science World or VCC Clark Skytrain stations
45% discount on our entire product range (15% for friends and family)
Prorated