Advisor, IT Security and Risk Management - 24110G.ITQ.0005

Vacancy Type:

Full-time Permanent

Salary/Hourly Range:

$107,358 - $118,094

Work Details (Days/Hours):

Monday – Friday 36.25 hours per week

Hybrid Eligible

Yes

Affiliation:

Non-Union: Management/Exempt

Division and Department

Information Technology Services (ITS)

Location:

729 Petrolia Road, Toronto

Number of Vacancies:

1

Existing/New Job:

Existing

Grade:

07

Vacancy Status

Existing

Candidate List or Eligibility List:

Candidate List

Make a difference
Are you passionate about Cyber Security and Information Risk Management and interested in having a positive impact on your local community? If so, the Advisor, IT Security and Risk Management position at Toronto Community Housing may be for you!
This position will have two main focuses: Cyber Security and Information Risk Management. As a key member of the Information Security & Risk team, the Advisor will be responsible for a broad range of information security work while operating with a high level of autonomy, engaging with stakeholders at all levels within the organization, and contributing to the continuous improvement of TCHC’s cyber security posture. Additionally, the Advisor will be the primary point of contact within their own specific area of expertise.
What you’ll do

Provide security assessments on our in-house developed products as well as procured products
Participate in the planning and design of enterprise security architecture, under the direction of the IT Security Manager, where appropriate
Participate in the creation of enterprise security documents (policies, standards, baselines, guidelines, and procedures) under the direction of the IT Security Manager, where appropriate
Research, define evaluation criteria and recommend information security controls and procedures
Develop information security standards, policies and procedures
Establish information security metrics, gathering data and preparing reports
Participate in the information security incident response process; and champion and communicate the future state of TCHC’s (Toronto Community Housing’s) cyber security program
Exercise knowledge of legislation (MFIPPA), regulations, policies, procedures, interpretations and apply applicable orders of Information and Privacy Commissioner of Ontario

Investigations and Audits:

Under the direction of the Manager, IT Security and Risk, participate in investigations into problematic activity
Conducting audit and providing recommendations to the Manager to address the gaps from investigation and remediation
In collaboration with the Manager, IT Security and Risk, participate in the design and execution of vulnerability assessments, penetration tests, and security audits and proactively conducts IT security risk and vulnerability assessments for new and existing IT infrastructure elements (network/systems/applications/services)
Review logs and reports of all in-place devices, whether they be under direct control (i.e. security tools) or not (e.g. workstations, servers, network devices). Interpret the implications of that activity and provides relevant feedback to the manager for appropriate resolution
Security and threat risk assessments for projects and security evaluations for tools and solutions
Product reviews to identify potential vulnerabilities and risks
Participate in the information security incident response process
Manage access control for existing information technology and provide feedback on the development of access control methodology for new information technology solutions

Reporting and Compliance Control:

Process and track of Freedom of Information (FOI) requests and ensure TCHC’s compliance with MFIPPA
Provide input on FOI policies and procedures and update the framework of compliance
Participate in and provide support to the manager with relevant feedback related to information security standards, policies and procedures
Through stakeholder engagement, ensure proper documentation standards are adhered to; advise Manager on any recommended documentation standards updated, based on industry best practices
Gather and collect data and provide support in preparing reports for Cyber security and Risk
Under the guidance of the Manager, IT Security and Risk, proactively review IT operational processes, identify potential security concerns and risks and recommend mitigation measures

Training and Change Management:

Participate in the development of the annual IT Security Operational Plan, IT Security and Risk Strategy, and roadmap execution
Champion and communicate the future state of TCHC’s cyber security program
Promote security awareness and good data protection practices to safeguard TCHC’s information assets
Provide relevant feedback to Manager, IT Security and Risk to help shape strategic technical direction and standards for the organization
Serve as a source of trusted information security expertise for various programs and projects
Support projects by providing governance, and operational delivery of information security services
Participate in the development of and conduct information security training and other related user education initiatives
Participate in efforts to identify and evaluate project requirements, as they relate to Cyber Security and Information Risk Management. Provide feedback on the development of applications, test and implement said applications. Sustain information technology solutions to meet business objectives and client needs

What you’ll need

An undergraduate degree (or equivalent experience) in Information Technology, Computer Science, Engineering, Business or related degree is required. Information security specific coursework is an asset
One or more security certifications in good standing that may include the following or industry equivalents

CEH: Certified Ethical Hacker, ECSA: EC-Council Certified Security Analyst, GSEC / GCIH / GCIA: GIAC Security Certifications, CompTIA CSA+, CCSP, CCSK

Other industry and product certifications (e.g. MCSE, CCNA, and ITIL) are preferred.
5+ years of broad and progressive information security experience in an enterprise environment including: security program development, security risk and vulnerability analyses, system design and architecture required.
Minimum of 3 years in a senior information security position in a medium to large organization
Experience working on solutions that support verticals such as government, finance, human resources and information management preferred.
Demonstrable experience with conducting security reviews, implementing information security recommendations, analyzing technical controls and applying security control standards required
Demonstrable experience presenting analyses and presentations to both internal and external audiences
Previous experience with application development security tools would be considered an asset

What’s next
Once you apply, we’ll review your resume and contact you if we believe your skills and experience will make you successful in the role. If you are selected to move forward, the process will include one or more interviews and/or assessments and reference checks.

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