information technology (IT) analyst

Dymaxion Research Ltd.; Halifax; Hybrid; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the telecommunications industry is seeking an IT Analyst to join their team in Halifax. The role involves collaborating with clients to define technical requirements, developing IT solutions, and ensuring data security. Ideal candidates will have relevant certifications and experience in cybersecurity, along with strong analytical and interpersonal skills.

Benefits

Group insurance benefits

Paid time off (volunteering or personal days)

Free parking available

On-site amenities

Qualifications

• 3 to 5 years of experience in IT.
• Certified in relevant IT security certifications.
• Experience in cybersecurity and quality assurance.

Responsibilities

• Confer with clients to identify requirements.
• Design and implement information systems business solutions.
• Conduct reviews to assess quality assurance practices.

Skills

Cybersecurity

Client focus

Analytical

Team player

Education

Certified Cloud Security Professional (CCSP)

CompTIA Security+ Certification

Microsoft certified IT professional (MCITP)

Network+ Certification

A+ Certification

Tools

MS SQL Server

MS Office

Firewall

MS Active Directory

Job description

• Computer technology / computer systems technology

Work setting

• Telecommunications industry
• Private company, corporation or industry
• Software company
• Information technology (IT) infrastructure
• Office building

Tasks

• Confer with clients to identify requirements
• Document technical requirements to ensure that products, processes and solutions meet business requirements
• Prepare cost-benefit and return-on-investment analyses to support system implementation
• Design, develop and implement information systems business solutions
• Provide advice on information systems strategy, policy, management and service delivery
• Assess physical and technical security risks to data, software and hardware
• Develop policies, procedures and contingency plans to minimize the effects of security breaches
• Develop and implement policies and procedures throughout the software development life cycle
• Conduct reviews to assess quality assurance practices, software products and information systems
• Resolve conflict situations
• Usability testing
• Consult with clients after sale to provide ongoing support
• Execute and document results of software application tests and information and telecommunication systems tests

Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses

• Certified Cloud Security Professional (CCSP)
• CompTIA Security+ Certification
• Microsoft certified IT professional (MCITP)
• Network+ Certification
• A+ Certification

Computer and technology knowledge

• Networking software
• Networking hardware
• Networking security
• Servers
• Security software
• MS Office
• MS Windows
• Firewall
• MS Active Directory
• MS SQL Server

Area of work experience

• Quality assurance or control

Area of specialization

• Cybersecurity

Security and safety

• Criminal record check

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Ability to work independently
• Fast-paced environment
• Work under pressure
• Ability to distinguish between colours
• Combination of sitting, standing, walking
• Bending, crouching, kneeling

Personal suitability

• Accurate
• Client focus
• Efficient interpersonal skills
• Initiative
• Judgement
• Organized
• Team player
• Flexibility
• Analytical
• Proactive
• Are you available for shift or on-call work?
• Are you available for the advertised start date?
• Are you currently legally able to work in Canada?
• Do you currently reside in proximity to the advertised location?
• Do you have previous experience in this field of employment?
• Do you have the necessary equipment for remote work (i.e. internet, home office, etc.)?

Experience

• 3 years to less than 5 years
• Involves duties and responsibilities that lead to positive environmental outcomes

Workplace information

• Hybrid
• Bonus
• Group insurance benefits
• Mileage paid

Other benefits

• Free parking available
• On-site amenities
• Paid time off (volunteering or personal days)
• Parking available

Support for persons with disabilities

• Provides physical accessibility accommodations (for example : ramps, elevators, etc.)
• Applies accessible and inclusive recruitment policies that accommodate persons with disabilities

Support for newcomers and refugees

• Supports newcomers and / or refugees with foreign credential recognition

Support for mature workers

• Applies hiring policies that discourage age discrimination
• Offers phased retirement options that allow mature workers to gradually reduce their workload (for example : flexible or reduced work hours, part time employment, project-based or seasonal work, etc.)
• Offers phased re-entry options for mature workers who are returning to work after retiring (for example : gradually increasing hours and responsibilities)

Supports for visible minorities

• Applies hiring policies that discourage discrimination against members of visible minorities (for example : anonymizing the hiring process, etc.)
• Provides diversity and cross-cultural training to create a welcoming work environment for members of visible minorities

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