Vulnerability Scanning Analyst – Global Security
Company | Royal Bank of Canada |
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Location | Vancouver, BC, Canada |
Salary | $Not Provided – $Not Provided |
Type | Full-Time |
Degrees | |
Experience Level | Junior, Mid Level |
Requirements
- 2+ years of experience in vulnerability scanning, security analysis, or IT risk management.
- Hands-on experience with security scanning tools such as Tenable Nessus, Qualys, Rapid7, Aqua Security, or similar platforms.
- Strong understanding of network security, system hardening, and cybersecurity frameworks.
- Knowledge of cloud security principles (AWS, Azure, GCP) and container security.
- Experience in analyzing vulnerabilities and providing remediation recommendations.
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to interpret complex security data.
- Effective communication and collaboration skills to work with technical and non-technical teams.
Responsibilities
- Perform regular vulnerability scanning across RBC’s cloud and on-premise environments to identify potential security threats.
- Analyze scan results, prioritize vulnerabilities, and work with IT and security teams to ensure timely remediation.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate vulnerability management best practices into development and deployment pipelines.
- Develop and maintain standard operating procedures (SOPs) for vulnerability scanning and assessment.
- Generate detailed security reports, track remediation efforts, and present findings to management.
- Continuously enhance scanning techniques, improve automation processes, and stay informed about the latest cybersecurity threats.
- Support regulatory and compliance requirements by ensuring security scanning aligns with industry frameworks (e.g., NIST, ISO 27001, PCI-DSS).
Preferred Qualifications
- Security certifications such as CISSP, CEH, Security+, or GIAC GSEC.
- Familiarity with DevSecOps practices and integrating security into CI/CD pipelines.
- Experience working in financial services or a highly regulated industry.
- Proficiency in scripting languages (Python, PowerShell, Bash) for automation.