Information Security Analyst

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Job Summary

A Brief Overview
Are you passionate about cybersecurity and eager to make a meaningful impact in the Canadian higher education sector As an Information Security Analyst youll play a vital role in protecting the digital environment of a vibrant academic and research community. Reporting directly to the Information Security Officer youll help foster a culture of security awareness by delivering engaging training and educational experiences tailored to students faculty and staff.

In this dynamic role youll contribute to the development and refinement of institutional security policies standards procedures and the overall Cybersecurity Program. Youll also take ownership of enhancing and evolving our Cybersecurity Incident Response Plan and other related response plans ensuring our institution is prepared resilient and futureready.

If youre looking for a role where your work supports education innovation and researchand where every day brings new challenges and opportunities to growthis is your chance to be part of something bigger.

This position analyzes security incidents to determine the root cause identifies actions to threats and breaches and recommends appropriate tools and countermeasures. This position identifies collects and analyzes data and recommends changes for improvement in performance of the information security management program. This position also designs develops maintains and administers security awareness and education materials and associated tools and develops and maintains reference documents to help others to address questions on commonlyknown cybersecurity conditions.

Job Description

What you will do
Analyzes security incidents to determine the root cause identify actions to threats and breaches and recommend appropriate tools and countermeasures.
Conducts research on threats and emerging security technologies and recommends changes to practices and services.
Identifies collects and analyzes data and recommends changes for improvement in performance of the information security management program.
Designs develops and maintains cybersecurity education and awareness programs educational materials and associated tools.
Develops and maintains reference documents on commonlyknown cybersecurity conditions.
Maintains the document repository and associated workflows for security programs services and activities.
Liaises on security matters with other institutions vendors and external partners on behalf of the University.
Prepares conducts and participates in business continuity exercises.
Maintains the cybersecurity incident management and response plan.
Maintains the data classification standard and associated tools.
Updates the department website ensuring to reflect current security information and services.
Other duties as required in support of the department and/or unit.

Required Education
FourYear Bachelor Degree or equivalent in Information Technology preferred. In addition requires trade certification qualification or ongoing learning to remain ahead of changes in technology or emerging fields

Required Experience
More than 3 years and up to and including 5 years of experience.
Experience in information systems security and management tools considered an asset (e.g. Endpoint Protection Management Tools etc.).
Experience in data trend analysis and reporting considered an asset.
Experience in risk management practices considered an asset (e.g. conducting risk assessments Financial Risk Insurance Risk Credit Risk Operational Risk Project Risk Market Risk Technology Risk including information Security and/or Cybersecurity etc.).
Experience with designing and implementing solutions leveraging Microsoft 365 applications and services such as SharePoint Online Exchange Online Microsoft Teams and Teams Voice and Power Platform components considered an asset.
Experience with Microsoft security and compliance tools (e.g. Microsoft 365 Defender Purview) considered an asset.
Knowledge of eLearning standards and best practices as well as emerging learning technologies is considered an asset.

Required Licenses and Certifications
Infosec security certification considered an asset.
Consideration may be given to an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Job Knowledge and Requirements
Knowledge of concepts and principles in a specialist field that is typically acquired through a combination of advanced professional or academic qualifications and/or substantial work experience.
Provide effective consultation and advice on nonstraightforward and/or complex issues.
Interaction with others requires interpersonal skills and the ability to understand and influence.
Adapt messages to meet the different needs of different audiences.
Builds relationships trust and credibility.
Prioritize and distribute work to deliver objectives on time and to the highest standard.
Identify in advance when the intended results may not be achieved and develops a plan to address the gaps.
Actively participate in project team meetings and develop individual and unit project plans.
Lead procedural or technological change within a unit.
Identify opportunities to improve the effectiveness and efficiency of work processes.
Seek information and input to fully understand the cause of problems.
Appropriately assesses risks before making a decision.
Contribute to the creation and evaluation of possible solutions.
Take action to remove obstacles and address problems before they impact performance and results.
Apply equity diversity accessibility inclusion and Indigenization considerations to decision making and planning.
Promote a work environment that is free from sexual violence harassment and discrimination and the ability to show empathy for those who have experienced trauma.

Employment Equity and Accessibility Statement

The University invites applications from all qualified individuals. Queens is committed to employment equity and diversity in the workplace and welcomes applications from women visible minorities Aboriginal Peoples persons with disabilities and persons of any sexual orientation or gender identity. In accordance with Canadian Immigration requirements priority will be given to Canadian citizens and permanent residents.

The University provides support in its recruitment processes to all applicants who require accommodation due to a protected ground under the Ontario Human Rights Code including those with disabilities. Candidates requiring accommodation during the recruitment process are asked to contact Human Resources at .