Analyst/Consultant, Cyber Offensive Testing

Job Type: Permanent
Work Model: Hybrid
Reference code: 132887
Primary Location: Vancouver, BC
All Available Locations: Calgary, AB; Edmonton, AB; Halifax, NS; Ottawa, ON; Toronto, ON; Vancouver, BC; Victoria, BC

Our Purpose

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By living our Purpose, we will make an impact that matters.

• Have many careers in one Firm.
• Enjoy flexible, proactive, and practical benefits that foster a culture of well-being and connectedness.
• Learn from deep subject matter experts through mentoring and on the job coaching

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In a rapidly changing world where information has a significant value, supply chains are interconnected and there is uncertainty when doing business on a global basis, information security and privacy have become board level issues.

What will your typical day look like?

As part of our Offensive Security testing and Incident response team, you will help our clients improve their overall security posture by proactively identifying security vulnerabilities in our clients’ IT infrastructure, applications and networks by simulating real-world cyber attacks. Through the use of ethical hacking techniques, you will be assisting our clients in uncovering weaknesses in their environment and providing actionable recommendations for remediation.

As a junior member of the team, you will assist in the performance of offensive cyber testing, progressing from a support role to being responsible for all aspects of our services. Your Responsibilities would include:

• Penetration Testing: Perform authorized, simulated attacks (manual and automated) on web applications, internal/external networks, and cloud infrastructure.
• Vulnerability Assessment: Scan systems to identify, analyze, and prioritize security gaps in operating systems and network devices.
• Red Teaming & Simulation: Execute multi-stage attack scenarios—including privilege escalation, lateral movement, and data exfiltration—to test detection and response capabilities.
• Reporting & Documentation: Document technical findings, attack paths, and risk levels in detailed reports for both technical staff and management.
• Remediation Guidance: Collaborate with IT teams to develop and validate solutions for identified security weaknesses.
• Tool Development: Research, develop, and maintain custom scripts or tools for specialized testing.
• Social Engineering: Conduct testing to identify vulnerabilities in human-centric security (e.g., phishing campaigns)

About the team

Deloitte’s Cyber Risk Services helps our clients to be Secure, Vigilant and Resilient in the face of an ever increasing array of cyber threats and vulnerabilities. Our Cyber Risk practice helps organizations with the management of information and technology risks by delivering end-to-end solutions, using proven methodologies and tools. Our services help organizations address timely and pervasive issues such as identity theft, data security breaches, data leakage, cybersecurity, and system outages across organizations of various sizes and industries, with the goal of enabling ongoing, secure, and reliable operations across the enterprise.

The environment at Deloitte is made up of intellectually curious, smart people, including world class security and privacy experts. Your mix of work will help foster your leadership skills and you will develop relationships with a team that you respect and have fun with. In addition, you will have the opportunity to identify areas of work that are of particular interest to you.

Our national practice is growing, and we are seeking an Analyst/Consultant to join our talented team!

Enough about us, let’s talk about you

You bring:

• Experience: 1-5+ years in penetration testing, ethical hacking, or related cybersecurity roles.
• OS Knowledge: Advanced proficiency in Linux and Windows administration.
• Security Tools: Experience with tools such as Kali Linux, Burp Suite, Metasploit, Nmap, Nessus, and Cobalt Strike.
• Networking: Deep understanding of TCP/IP, routing, VLANs, and firewall configurations.
• Programming/Scripting: Ability to read and modify exploit code, with experience in Python, Bash, PowerShell, or C/C++.
• Web/Cloud Security: Knowledge of container security (Docker), API testing, and cloud environments (AWS, Azure, GCP)
• Ability to travel and / or work from a Deloitte office 70% of time.
• Strong communication skills both written and in person presentations.

Preference given to candidates meeting the following criteria:

• Bilingual: Able to fully communicate, including written as well as verbal in French.
• Qualify for Canadian Government clearance
• Education: Bachelor’s degree in computer science or Polytech Certification in Information Security, or a related field.
• Certifications: Highly regarded certifications include:

• • Offensive Security Certified Professional (OSCP).
  • GIAC Certified Penetration Tester (GPEN).
  • INE Junior Penetration Tester (eJPT).
  • CRTO/CRTP (Red Team Ops)

Total Rewards

The salary range for this position is $58,000 - $102,000, and individuals may be eligible to participate in our bonus program. Deloitte is fair and competitive when it comes to the salaries of our people. We regularly benchmark across a variety of positions, industries, sectors, targets, and levels. Our approach is grounded on recognizing people's unique strengths and contributions and rewarding the value that they deliver.

Our Total Rewards Package extends well beyond traditional compensation and benefit programs and is designed to recognize employee contributions, encourage personal wellness, and support firm growth. Along with a competitive base salary and variable pay opportunities, we offer a wide array of initiatives that differentiate us as a people-first organization. On top of our regular paid vacation days, some examples include: $4,000 per year for mental health support benefits, a $1,300 flexible benefit spending account, firm-wide closures known as "Deloitte Days", dedicated days of for learning (known as Development and Innovation Days), flexible work arrangements and a hybrid work structure.

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We are a group of talented people who want to learn, gain experience, and develop skills. Wherever you are in your career, we want you to advance.

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Diverse perspectives and life experiences make us better. Whoever you are and wherever you’re from, we want you to feel like you belong here. We provide flexible working options to support you and how you can contribute.

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Have as many careers as you want.

We are uniquely able to offer you new challenges and roles – and prepare you for them. We bring together people with unique experiences and talents, and we are the place to develop a lasting network of friends, peers, and mentors.

The next step is yours

At Deloitte, we are all about doing business inclusively – that starts with having diverse colleagues of all abilities. Deloitte encourages applications from all qualified candidates who represent the full diversity of communities across Canada. This includes, but is not limited to, people with disabilities, candidates from Indigenous communities, and candidates from the Black community in support of living our values, creating a culture of Diversity Equity and Inclusion and our commitment to our AccessAbility Action Plan, Reconciliation Action Plan and the BlackNorth Initiative.

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When you apply, we will review your application using Deloitte's Global Talent Standards to ensure a consistent recruitment experience. Our recruitment advisors and hiring teams will utilize human screening combined with AI technology to help identify the skills and qualities that matter most to our business, while safeguarding your privacy and using AI responsibly.

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