Security Analyst
Full Time Support Staff
Reporting to the Manager, Infrastructure Support, the Security Analyst is a subject matter expert in ensuring the security and continuity of existing and proposed technology infrastructure, systems, applications and data access services. Working under the guidance of the Security Architect, the primary mandate of the Security Analyst is to recommend, institute and oversee approved systems and solutions to protect the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of IT assets and data university-wide. The Security Analyst will assist in performing routine risk and vulnerability assessments, aid in establishing IT security controls and monitoring routines that align with industry best practices. The Security Analyst will also work closely with University IT security partners, vendors and industry peers as information, service and knowledge sources.
This position will work closely with the Security Architect and the UTS management team in establishing and assessing information security policies, standards, regulations and guidelines to minimize IT security and compliance risk in the operation and use of IT systems and services, ensuring alignment with the business needs and the risk posture of the institution. This position will play a vital role in the development of end-user security education, awareness, and training campaigns to foster a culture of heightened awareness of risks and best practices across the institution. This position holds a critical role in all incident response management situations and activities which may be sensitive in nature and involve restricted and confidential data. Professionalism and confidentiality are essential in this position.
A Bachelor degree in Computer Science, Business Administration or equivalent, as well as three to five years of relevant experience. Must be bondable and receive a negative Criminal Record Check. A certificate in CISSP, CISM, CRISC, CITA, ITIL, COBIT would be considered an asset.
A comprehensive group benefits and pension plan is offered, as well as a tuition subsidy for eligible dependents. Please submit your letter of application and resume in one document, via email to careers@nipissingu.ca. Posting will remain open until filled. Hiring is subject to final budgetary approval.
Nipissing University is committed to employment equity and strongly encourages applications, which may include self-identification in a covering letter, from Indigenous persons, women, persons with disabilities, persons who identify as LGBTQ2+, and visible minorities.
First consideration of candidates is given in accordance with Article 12.05 (b) of the OPSEU Full-Time Support Staff Collective Agreement and OPSEU Part-Time Staff Collective Agreement. The search committee would like to thank all applications for their interest in Nipissing University. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply. Please note that only those candidates invited for an interview will be contacted. Nipissing University is an inclusive employer and will provide accommodation in accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code. If you require accommodations for interviews or other meetings, please email access@nipissingu.ca.