cybersecurity consultant

Government of Canada - Central; Oakville; On-site; CAD 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A governmental organization in Ontario is seeking an IT professional to develop policies and provide IT solutions to enhance cybersecurity in a fast-paced environment. Candidates should have a diploma in technology and relevant experience in software development and IT infrastructure. The role is based on-site, requiring dedication to client needs as well as strong attention to detail.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of networking security is essential.
• Experience with software development and IT infrastructure required.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to work under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Identify client requirements and confer with them.
• Develop policies and contingency plans for security breaches.
• Integrate and test software code, and maintain existing programs.

Skills

Networking software

Cybersecurity

Java

C++

Python

Education

College, CEGEP or other non-university certificate or diploma from a program of 1 year to 2 years

Job description

Overview

Languages: English

Education

• College, CEGEP or other non-university certificate or diploma from a program of 1 year to 2 years

Experience

1 year to less than 2 years

On site

Work must be completed at the physical location. There is no option to work remotely.

Work setting

• Information technology (IT) infrastructure
• Information technology

Responsibilities

• Confer with clients to identify requirements
• Provide advice on information systems strategy, policy, management and service delivery
• Develop policies, procedures and contingency plans to minimize the effects of security breaches
• JSON
• Write, modify, integrate and test software code
• Communicate technical problems, processes and solutions
• Prepare reports, manuals and other documentation on the status, operation and maintenance of software
• Research and evaluate a variety of software products
• Research and evaluate a variety of interactive media software products
• Maintain existing computer programs by making modifications as required
• Consult with clients to develop and document Website requirements
• Source, select and organize information for inclusion and design the appearance, layout and flow of the Website
• Conduct tests and perform security and quality controls

Experience and specialization

Computer and technology knowledge

• Networking software
• Networking security
• Intranet
• Internet
• Servers
• ASP.NET
• C
• C++
• Java
• Python
• Firewall
• JavaScript

Area of specialization

• Cybersecurity

Additional information

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Fast-paced environment
• Work under pressure
• Repetitive tasks
• Attention to detail
• Sitting

Personal suitability

• Accurate
• Initiative
• Organized
• Team player
• Proactive