Company : Thames Valley District School Board Location : London Ontario From : Talent CA
Working with staff, the role is responsible for proactively ensuring security and privacy requirements are built into system design and selection, ensuring the ongoing security integrity of all board systems, keeping up to date on current security threats and recommending and performing mitigation activities and incident response measures.
The IT SecurityAdministrator will draft and recommend policies, procedures, guidelines and processes for security investigations, systems security design and ongoing security management.
The role is responsible for coordinating with staff and vendors technical and end user training and awareness on matters associated with technology security, storage and privacy.
The role has access to systems, services and data at the highest levels, and is trusted with access to sensitive, private and confidential data and matters.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Monitors, assesses, recommends and reviews information technology systems and applications utilizing industry practices, tools and standards to identify potential security risks and breaches.
Conducts tests to determine potential security deficiencies and recommends improvements and risk mitigation measures.
May develop, advise on and coordinate programs and processes to assess system integrity and security measures.
Recommends, develops and implements approved enhancements, changes and additions to security policies, procedures, protocols and operational guidelines.
Consults with Board staff to determine security needs and recommends solutions and end-user training requirements.
Conducts security and administrative investigations as directed, addressing staff and student matters.
Performs regular security audits and identifies actual and/or potential breaches of security policies, procedures and guidelines.
Prepares and presents security investigation reports.
Regularly monitors and reports on security trends and issues.
Participates on project teams to address security-related matters and interests.
Leads and assists in the training and education of staff and students on technology security, storage and privacy issues and best practices.
Meets with staff and/or students to discuss, advise and resolve information technology security matters.
Communicates with various internal and external stakeholders regarding security and privacy initiatives and opportunities, including by not limited to HR staff and the Board’s Freedom of Information Coordinator/Privacy Officer.
Accesses systems, services and data at the highest levels, and is trusted with sensitive, private and confidential data.
Maintains effective and co-operative liaison with staff, affiliated agencies, vendors, suppliers, consultants, service providers and staff in other government and community organizations and a high standard of employee/public relations at all times.
Continually seeks opportunities to increase customer satisfaction and strengthen customer and vendor relationships.
Maintains proficiency in programs and infrastructure including but not limited to Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access, Project, Publisher, Visio), SharePoint, Teams, Adobe Acrobat, the Internet, firewall policies and logs, Microsoft O365 and Azure security administration, and encryption techniques (e.g.
Public Key Infrastructure - PKI, Transport Layer Security - TLS and Secure Socket Layer (SSL).
Provides leadership in ensuring board compliance with security standards and regulations requirements, including but not limited to firewalls and anti-virus software, security information and event management, authentications including password policies, digital certifications and biometric), penetration testing, vulnerability scanning, information security standards, and data protection.
Attends evening or weekend meetings as may be required and respond to emergencies during off-hours as may be required.
Provides support to the General Manager, Information Technology Services as required.
QUALIFICATIONS/SKILLS/SPECIALIZED KNOWLEDGE:
Knowledge of and proficiency with security and privacy related TVDSB, Provincial and Federal bylaws, legislation, guidelines, and memorandums Possess group facilitation and presentation skills Proficient in Outlook 365, MS Office Suite, Teams, network and endpoint security and related systems, vulnerability management, detection, and events management Excellent interpersonal skills with effective communication skills, both orally and in writing Ability to work both independently and part of a team EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE/QUALIFICATIONS:
Completion of a four-year post-secondary program in a computer related field or equivalent.
Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP) and other cyber security certifications are highly desirable and preferred.
Cisco CCNA/CCNP and/or Microsoft certifications would be an asset.
Five (5) years of relevant experience in information technology infrastructure administration and management, with an emphasis on security is required.
First consideration will be given to permanent members of The Association of Administrative, Professional and Support Personnel (AAPSP).The recruitment process requires a criminal background check for work with vulnerable persons.
Please note it is the responsibility of the applicant to ensure that the application is received by Human Resources on or before the deadline date.
If you were educated outside of Canada, you must have your certificates and/or diplomas or degrees assessed against Canadian education standards.
This will enable you to provide proof of Canadian equivalency when applying for a job.
The Alliance of Credential Evaluation Services of Canada is a membership organization that offers fair and credible academic credential assessment services in Canada. ThamesValleyDistrictSchoolBoard LondonOntario
