Administrator, Protection Services Security Systems - (221399)

Island Health; Victoria; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A health authority in Canada is seeking an Administrator for Protection Services Security Systems. This role involves managing security system programming and operations, providing oversight for projects within the organization. The ideal candidate will have a degree in Software Engineering or a related field, along with five years of experience in a large institutional environment, preferably in healthcare. Strong skills in data modelling, problem solving, and effective communication are essential.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in a large institutional or campus environment, preferably in a health care setting.
• Software Development Certification training for Security Analysts.

Responsibilities

• Manage programming and operations of Protection Services Security Systems.
• Oversee delivery of security functions to sites within Island Health.
• Provide project oversight for security system enhancements.

Skills

Data modelling

Database administration

Client focused services

Effective communication

Problem-solving

Team collaboration

Access control software

Education

Bachelor of Software Engineering or equivalent

Job description

In accordance with the Vision, Purpose, and Values, and strategic direction of the Vancouver Island Health Authority (Island Health) patient and staff safety is a priority and a responsibility shared by everyone; as such, the requirement to continuously improve quality and safety is inherent in all aspects of this position.

Reporting to the Coordinator, Security Systems, the Administrator, Protection Services Security Systems is responsible for the programming and operations of Protection Services Security Systems for the Vancouver Island Health Authority. This includes photo identification, intrusion, door, hold-up and staff duress alarm functions, CCTV monitoring and recording, and card access. The Administrator oversees the delivery of these functions to sites and facilities within Island Health and provides project oversight and support for the implementation and enhancement of security systems and quality improvement initiatives within the portfolio.

QUALIFICATIONS

A level of education, training and experience equivalent to a degree in Software Engineering Program (Bachelor of Software Engineering (BSEng) degree program), Computer Science (Network Mapping, Systems Designer, Systems Auditor, Security Analyst, Data Administrator, Programmer, Systems Architect, Strategic Analyst), or Architectural/Engineering Technology plus five (5) years' recent related experience in a large institutional or campus environment, preferably in a health care setting.

Software Development Certification training for Security Analysts.

Skills And Abilities

• Demonstrated competencies in data modelling, data standards development and database administration
• Demonstrated commitment to client focused services and teamwork.
• Ability to integrate administrative, professional and operational aspects of the department throughout the Vancouver Island Health Authority in an effective and efficient manner.
• Demonstrated ability to plan, organize and problem solve. Proficiency in the use of personal computers.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively, both in writing and verbally, including delivering presentations to groups.
• Demonstrated ability to deal with others effectively, including the ability to both lead and participate as a member of a team.
• Demonstrated ability to function effectively in a highly dynamic environment. Experience with access control software.
• Physical ability to perform the duties of the position.