Principal Information Security Analyst

Meet Benevity

Benevity is the way the world does good providing companies (and their employees) with technology to take social action on the issues they care about. Through giving volunteering grantmaking employee resource groups and micro-actions we help most of the Fortune 100 brands build better cultures and use their power for good. Were also one of the first B Corporations in Canada meaning were as committed to purpose as we are to profits. We have people working all over the world including Canada Spain Switzerland the United Kingdom the United States and more!

High-Level Overview

Benevity is looking for a Principal Information Security Analyst to join our combined Security and Fraud Operations this senior-level role you will provide technical leadership and operational oversight across a team of analysts responsible for threat detection alert triage incident response and vulnerability management. You will also play a collaborative role in supporting fraud operations alongside our Senior Fraud Analyst.
This role is ideal for someone with deep hands-on experience in security operations who thrives in leading investigations refining processes developing talent and driving measurable improvements in operational maturity. You will serve as both a senior escalation point and a coach helping elevate the teams ability to respond to security and fraud-related threats in a cloud-native environment.

What youll do:

• Lead daily Security Operations workflows including triage escalation and resolution of alerts from core security tooling such as EDR WAF CSPM and cloud-native platforms
• Drive and oversee the triage investigation and resolution of alerts generated across all security tooling not just those escalated by the MDR provider
• Act as the technical lead and escalation point for Managed Detection and Response (MDR) activities ensuring timely review and validation of escalated alerts
• Develop and continuously refine incident response processes detection logic and triage playbooks to improve clarity and effectiveness
• Oversee the vulnerability management lifecycle ensuring timely identification prioritization remediation tracking and stakeholder coordination
• Collaborate with GRC Product Security DevOps and Infrastructure teams to improve detection coverage alert fidelity and log quality
• Serve as a subject matter expert in cloud-native security operations with strong understanding of containerized and API-driven environments
• Provide oversight and coordination with the Senior Fraud Analyst including reviewing trends supporting cross-functional investigations and aligning response efforts where fraud and cyber threats intersect
• Support the development tracking and reporting of KPIs and metrics across both security and fraud operations to measure and improve team performance
• Conduct post-incident reviews and root-cause analysis driving preventive control enhancements
• Mentor junior and mid-level analysts providing feedback coaching and opportunities for growth

What youll bring:

• 7 years of experience in information security or security operations with at least 2 years in a team lead or senior analyst capacity
• Proven experience triaging and responding to alerts across a broad suite of tools including CSPM WAF EDR and cloud-native logging platforms
• Familiarity with MDR service models and hands-on experience validating escalated alerts
• Exposure to fraud detection tooling or operational workflows and the ability to provide oversight and collaborative support
• Demonstrated ability to work independently while recognizing when to seek input or escalate appropriately
• Strong critical thinking and communication skills with the ability to analyze complex data challenge assumptions and drive resolution
• Experience developing or refining operational playbooks triage guides and incident workflows
• Deep understanding of cloud security best practices threat detection and modern attacker tactics techniques and procedures
• Familiarity with common security frameworks such as NIST CSF CIS Controls and ISO 27001
• A strong sense of ownership and accountability with the ability to act as a self-starter who can lead initiatives from concept to completion
• Demonstrated ability to collaborate across technical and non-technical teams to drive effective outcomes
• Experience fostering a positive and inclusive team environment with a focus on team building talent development and shared success
• A passion for teaching and mentoring others helping team members grow their skills and confidence
• Preferred certifications include GCIH GCFA OSCP CISSP or CFE

Discover your purpose at work

Were not employees were Benevity-ites. From all locations backgrounds and walks of life who deserve more

Innovative work. Growth opportunities. Caring co-workers. And a chance to do work that fills us with a sense of purpose.

If the idea of working on tech that helps people do good in the world lights you up ... If you want a career where youre valued for who you are and challenged to see who you can become

Its time to join Benevity. Were so excited to meet you.

Where We Work

At Benevity we embrace a flexible hybrid approach to where we work that empowers our people in a way that supports great work strong relationships and personal well-being. For those located near one of our offices while theres no set requirement for in-office time we do value the moments when coming together in person helps us build connection and collaboration. Whether its for onboarding project work or a chance to align and bond as a team we trust our people to make thoughtful decisions about when showing up in person matters most.

Join a company where DEIB isnt a buzzword

Diversity equity inclusion and belonging are part of Benevitys DNA. Youll see the impact of our massive investment in DEIB daily from our well-supported employee resources groups to the exceptional diversity on our leadership and tech teams.

We know that diverse backgrounds experiences skills and passions are what move our business and our people forward so were committed to creating a culture of belonging with equal opportunities for everyone to shine.

That starts with a fair and accessible hiring process. If you want to feel seen heard and celebrated you belong at Benevity.

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