• Job Description

  Req#: 1044241

  An excellent opportunity to join this dynamic team and apply your technological skills
  

  The Information Systems Branch (ISB) provides effective and collaborative information management and information technology (IM IT) advice and services to the justice and public safety sector. As a key enabler of the sector’s digital transformation, ISB translates client business needs into high value digital solutions that support common capabilities, integrated services, reusable data and better value for money.
  
  The Senior Security Analyst provides authoritative advice regarding technology, application security and potential security risks. This role guides Ministry and client organizations in the development of security strategies, including cloud security strategies, that meet long- and short-term service plans. Works with clients, partners and vendors to ensure all activity conforms to corporate security policy and procedures and other relevant legislation and meets the highest security standards for a variety of sensitive information.
  

  Job Requirements:

  • Post-secondary degree, diploma, certificate or equivalent in the computer science field and recent, related experience, as described below:
    
  • Recent, related experience must include:
  • Experience conducting Risk Assessments in an IM IT environment, preferably within the public sector, including identifying potential risk controls;
  • Experience with current and emerging technology trends, developments and best security industry best practices, current risks and developing threats; IT systems and systems maintenance.
  • Experience with TCP/IP and networking fundamentals, network architecture, and security infrastructure's best practices.
  • Experience applying risk management frameworks in an IM IT environment; OR:
  • An equivalent combination of education, and experience may be considered.
    

  Preference may be given to candidates with the following:

  • Certified Information Systems Security Professional ( CISSP ) ,
  • Cloud Certified Security Professional (CCSP)
  • Certified Information Security Manager ( CISM )
  • One or more years of experience conducting audits to ensure compliance with laws, policies, standards and/or contract schedules.
  • One or more years of experience with Cloud Security Controls on Microsoft Azure and/or AWS.
  • Two or more years of experience conducting Risk Assessments in an IMIT environment, including identifying potential risk controls, preferably within the public sector.
  • Zscaler Product certification(s) ZIA Administrator or ZPA Administrator
  • Experience preparing reports on IM IT concepts for an executive audience.
    

  Provisos :
  • Successful completion of an enhanced security screening.

  For questions regarding this position, please contact Kimberly.Yanick@gov.bc.ca.

  About this Position:

  Remote work is allowed, this position can work up to full time from their home in British Columbia subject to an approved telework agreement. The locations listed above are to assist applicants in searching for this opportunity and are not a complete list of locations.

  An eligibility list may be established for future permanent opportunities.

  Employees of the BC Public Service must be located in British Columbia at the time of employment.

  Working for the BC Public Service:

  The BC Public Service is committed to creating a diverse workplace to represent the population we serve and to better meet the needs of our citizens. Consider joining our team and being part of an innovative, inclusive and rewarding workplace.

  The Indigenous Applicant Advisory Service is available to applicants that self-identify as Indigenous (First Nations, status or non-status, Métis, or Inuit) seeking work or already employed in the BC Public Service. For guidance on applying and interviewing, please contact IndigenousApplicants@gov.bc.ca or 778-405-3452.

  How to Apply:

  Your application must clearly demonstrate how you meet the job requirements listed above.

  Cover Letter: NO - Please do not submit a cover letter as it will not be reviewed.
  

  Resume: YES - Ensure your resume includes your educational accomplishments, employment history including start and end dates (month and year) of your employment, and any relevant information that relates to the job to which you are applying.

  Questionnaire: YES - You will need to complete a basic questionnaire to demonstrate how you meet the job requirements.

  Helpful tips, videos and more regarding the application process can be found on the Your Job Application page of MyHR. If you are experiencing technical difficulty applying, e-mail BCPSA.Hiring.Centre@gov.bc.ca, before the stated closing time, and we will respond as soon as possible.

  Additional Information:

  Enhanced Security Screening will be required.

  Applicants selected to move forward in the hiring process may be assessed on the Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Competencies as outlined in the attached Job Profile located at the bottom of the posting.

  Applications will be accepted until 11:00 pm Pacific Standard Time on the closing date of the competition.

• About the company

  The provincial government of British Columbia is the body responsible for the administration of the Canadian province of British Columbia.

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