Senior Security Analyst (70279)
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Job Title:Senior Security Analyst
Job Requisition ID:70279
Ministry:Health
Location:Edmonton
Full or PartTime:Fulltime
Hours of Work:36.25hours per week
Permanent/Temporary:Permanent
Scope:Open Competition
Closing Date:May 8 2025
Classification:Systems Analyst Level 3
Salary: $3295.49 to $4364.99 biweekly ($86012 $113926/year)
The Government of Alberta is committed to a diverse and inclusive public service that reflects the population we serve to best meet the needs of Albertans. Consider joining a team where diversity inclusion and innovation are valued and supported. For more information on diversity and inclusion please visit: Ministry of Health is building a more resilient and sustainable health care system that can support Albertans getting care when and where they need it while responding to systemwide health challenges improving health outcomes and maintaining fiscal responsibility. The ministry supports Albertans health and wellbeing throughout their lives by protecting public health and promoting wellness; coordinating and delivering safe personcentered quality health services; health system planning and capital infrastructure planning; supporting innovative information management and technologies; regulating health care; and funding the health system.
The Department of Health establishes the Government of Albertas strategic direction for health including advising government on health policy legislation and standards and public health concerns; monitoring and reporting health system performance; setting policies and priorities for the electronic/digital health environment; and providing oversight and ensuring accountability across the health system.
For further information visit the ministry website at .
Were looking for a Senior Security Analyst who thrives in highstakes environments and can lead timely effective responses to complex security requirements of Alberta Health. If youre passionate about protecting the privacy integrity and availability of critical health information systems this is your opportunity to make a meaningful impact.
Are you a cybersecurity professional ready to make a real impact Join the Government of Alberta as a Senior Security Analyst and play a vital role in protecting the provinces health information systems. This is your opportunity to use your skills to ensure the confidentiality integrity and availability of Albertas health data.
Role Responsibilities
As a Senior Security Analyst you will work closely with the Manager Privacy and Security to lead initiatives that secure information systems within the department and across the provincial health sector. Youll assess and manage risks respond to incidents guide major projects and help build a culture of security awareness.
The job responsibilities include:
Information Security Maintenance and Monitoring
- Develop implement and monitor departmental security programs and policies.
- Ensure compliance with provincial security standards across all EHRconnected custodians.
- Lead security awareness efforts and respond to policy exceptions.
Project Management & Collaboration
- Lead and support information security projects from initiation through delivery.
- Conduct threat risk assessments and guide IT project teams on secure design.
- Mentor junior staff and support crossdepartmental collaboration.
Security Reviews & Incident Management
- Oversee vulnerability assessments penetration tests and external audits.
- Lead and coordinate incident response efforts including executive reporting.
- Support oncall rotation for incident response and maintain comprehensive documentation.
Threat Intelligence & Risk Management
- Monitor assess and report on emerging cyber threats.
- Maintain and contribute to the provincial Information Security Risk Register.
- Develop mitigation strategies and provide threat intelligence to stakeholders.
Technical Controls & Disaster Recovery
- Configure and recommend security controls to defend against current threats.
- Participate in DR planning and ensure operational readiness.
- Contribute to training material and awareness sessions.
Please click on this link to view the job description for this position.
APS Competencies
Competencies are behaviors that are essential to reach our goals in serving Albertans. We encourage you to have an in depth understanding of the competencies that are required for this opportunity and to be prepared to demonstrate them during the recruitment process.
This link will assist you with understanding competencies: Thinking:
- Analyze and plan with awareness of broad trends risks and political environments.
- Integrate organizational vision and longterm strategy into daily planning.
- Recognize and address behaviors or barriers that may hinder progress.
Creative Problem Solving:
- Lead collaborative discussions to break down complex issues with crossfunctional teams.
- Foster an open inclusive environment where all voices are heard and creative ideas flourish.
- Bring together the right people and tools to cocreate new solutions for public service challenges.
Drive for Results:
- Take and delegate ownership for results ensuring performance meets high standards.
- Embrace accountability even for indirect responsibilities.
- Focus on what is best for Albertans even when it challenges the status quo.
- Deliver outcomes that align with the Alberta Public Service (APS) direction and vision.
Qualifications
Minimum Recruitment Standards
University graduation in computer science and information technology or a related discipline plus four years related experience; or equivalent as described.
Equivalency: A related twoyear diploma in computer technology or a related discipline from a recognized postsecondary institution and six years related experience; or a related oneyear certificate from a recognized postsecondary institution and seven years related experience.
The following experience is required:
- Technical and policy related experience in the Information security field in operational and tactical roles.
- Degree in Computer Science.
- 4 years of progressively responsible experience in computing and information security.
- Experience with Internet technology and security issues.
- Experience with security policy development security education network penetration testing application vulnerability assessments risk analysis and compliance testing.
- CISSP GIAC or other security certifications desired.
- Knowledge of information security standards (e.g. NIST ISO 17799/27002 etc.) rules and regulations related to information security and data confidentiality (e.g. FERPA HIA etc.) and desktop server application database network security principles for risk identification and analysis are essential.
- Strong analytical and problemsolving skills.
- Excellent communication (oral written presentation) interpersonal and consultative skills.
The following experience is considered as assets:
- Governance and/or operational security working experience within a complex and highly regulated environment.
- Previous experience leading a security governance program.
- Security related certification such as CISSP CISM OSCP CEH.
- Experience with NIST cybersecurity framework.
The following experience will be given preference:
- Previous experience working in cybersecurity within health industry.
- Previous experience developing security policies and processes as they relate to protecting health information and systems.
- Previous experience leading and developing threat risk modelling and security assessments for complex systems.
Minimum recruitment standards outline the minimum education and experience required for appointment to a job classification.
Fulltime position working 36.25 hours per week.
If a security screening is required:
- Final candidates will be required to undergo a security screening.
- Any costs associated with obtaining the required documents/checks as noted or interview travel expenses will be the responsibility of the candidate. Outofprovince applicants can obtain the required documents/checks from the province they currently reside in.
A cover letter outlining how your experience relates to the qualifications of this role is required.
Do you have security related certifications such as CISSP OSCP CEH If yes please include this information in your resume.
In your resume please include dates (including months and years) associated with all education and work experience. Also please indicate whether your work experience is casual parttime or fulltime. For example January 15 2006 June 25 2009: Assistant (PT three 8 hrs. shifts/week).
Any costs associated with obtaining the required documents/checks as noted or interview travel expenses will be the responsibility of the candidate. Outofprovince applicants can obtain the required documents/checks from the province they currently reside in.
Links and information on what the GoA have to offer to prospective employees.
- Working for the Alberta Public Service Service Pension Plan (PSPP)
- Alberta Public Service Benefit Information
- Professional learning and development Alberta Public Service Careers tool
- Positive workplace culture and worklife balance
- Opportunity to participate in flexible work arrangements such as working from home up to two days per week and modified work schedule agreement.
- Leadership and mentorship programs
How To Apply
Applicants are advised to provide information that clearly and concisely demonstrates how their qualifications meet the advertised requirements including education experience and relevant examples of required competencies.
Candidates are required to apply for a job online. Please visit for more information. Please visit Recruitment Principles for more information.
It is recommended applicants who have completed postsecondary studies from outside of Canada obtain an evaluation of their credentials from the International Qualifications Assessment Service (IQAS)( or from a recognized Canadian Credential Evaluator; please visit the Alliance of Credential Evaluation Services of Canada for more information ( is recommended that applicants include the assessment certificate from IQAS or any other educational assessment service as part of their application.
Closing Statement
This competition may be used to fill future vacancies across the Government of Alberta at the same or lower classification level.
We thank all applicants for their interest. All applications will be reviewed to determine which candidates qualifications most closely match the advertised requirements. Only individuals selected for interviews will be contacted.
If you require any further information on this job posting or require an accommodation during the recruitment process please contactAbhishek Sharmaat.
Required Experience:
Senior IC
Employment Type
Full-Time
