File No: MNU-24-15
Date Posted: April 10, 2024
Closing Date: Until Filled
Hours of Work: 37.5 hours per week
Wage: Hourly: $33.04 – $37.41
Annually: $64,428 – $72,949

POSITION:

Responsible for ensuring the security of our organization’s information systems and networks, including staying up-to-date with the latest security trends, performing system updates, monitoring logs, identifying potential vulnerabilities and threats, collaborating with the privacy office, and investigating alerts/detections to ensure the effectiveness of our security measures.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Perform hardware/firmware/software updates to firewalls, network hardware, Windows/Linux systems.
• Monitor firewalls, antivirus, log files and system alerts for threats, intrusions, unusual activities or anomalies and escalates as required to management.
• Respond to and mitigate security incidents, including conducting post-incident analysis and reporting.
• Participate in incident response, data safeguarding, computer forensics and investigations related to network breaches and/or unauthorized access of data.
• Research and analyze current exploits, vulnerabilities, and threats to provide insights into potential risks to our systems.
• Collaborate with other IT members to implement security measures, including firewalls, intrusion detection systems, and data encryption.
• Assist in the development and maintenance of security policies, procedures, and protocols.
• Conduct security assessments and audits to identify weaknesses and recommend corrective actions.
• Collaborate closely with the privacy office to ensure that security measures align with privacy regulations and compliance requirements** For the complete position description please contact Human Resources through careers@ongwanada.com

QUALIFICATIONS, SKILLS & KNOWLEDGE REQUIRED:

• Degree or diploma in a Computer Science, or Information Technology related field, or equivalent work experience.
• Demonstrated two years experience as a Cyber Security Technician or in a similar role.
• Strong understanding of network protocols, operating systems (Windows and Linux), VMWare and security technologies.
• Familiarity with security tools and techniques for identifying vulnerabilities and mitigating threats.
• Knowledge of common security frameworks, standards, and best practices
• Ability to analyze log files, network traffic, and system events to identify potential security incidents.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to prioritize and think critically under pressure.
• Effective communication skills to collaborate with cross-functional teams, convey complex security concepts.
• Relevant certifications such as CompTIA Security+, Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP), or Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH) are a plus.
• Strong commitment to maintaining the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of sensitive information.

Les candidats bilingues sont fortement encouragés à soumettre leur candidature.      

Please submit a Cover letter and Resume quoting file number.

Human Resource Specialist-Human Resources

Ongwanada 191 Portsmouth Avenue

Kingston, ON    K7M 8A6

Fax (613) 548-8135 Email: careers@ongwanada.com